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As we age, making new friends can become more challenging. We may no longer be in the workforce, we may have moved to a new location, or our social circle may have diminished over time. However, it’s never too late to make new connections and expand our social network. Here are the top 10 ways to make new friends over 65.
As we age, our mental health needs also change. Aging brings with it a new phase of life with its own unique challenges and trials. That can often lead us to feel burdened, stressed and at times helpless. As many as 1 in 5 elderly people have mental health concerns that are serious enough to require intervention. Many elderly need assistance and support in coping. However, there is always help available. Seeking the right help at the right time can make a world of a difference in ensuring future comfort.
Depression is not a normal part of aging. Yet depression is a widely underrecognized and undertreated medical illness. It’s just as important for an older person with symptoms of depression to seek treatment as it is for someone younger.
