Aging in Place 3rd edition

CONNECTION & GROWTH

Opportunities for Social Interaction Do you feel that you have enough social interaction with other people? Yes____ No____ Not Sure ____

Did You Know?

If you answered “ no ”: What are the reasons? Select all that apply.

Isolation and loneliness are associated with higher rates of chronic health conditions, weakened immune system, depression, anxiety, and dementia .

 Transportation (hard to drive at night, cost, etc.)  Home is far away from social opportunities  Children/family no longer live in the area  Don’t feel connected to people or groups in the area  Other: ______________________________________

Are the social activities and entertainment that you prefer, available in your community? Yes____ No____ Not Sure ____

If you answered “ no ”: What kind of social activities and entertainment would you be interested in?

 Theatre  Exercise

 Civic and Service groups/clubs  Religious or Spiritual groups  Craft Clubs or Guilds

 Dance  Music  Movies

 Book Clubs or Writer’s Groups  Speakers and Adult Education  Sports and/or Recreation  Other: _____________________

Aging in Place: Your Home, Your Community, Your Choice

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