Staying Social and Aging Well
Human beings are social by nature and how successful we are at aging often depends on the kind of social networks we are able to maintain. The stronger our social lives – friendships, companionships, involvement in enjoyable activities - the more likely a person is to age happily and healthily.
According to Karen Fingerman and Frieder Lang, psychologists, “our social relationships get better as we age due to many factors, especially our emotional maturity and placing a greater value on the meaningful relationships in our lives. The size of a person’s social network typically grows smaller as we age, however the quality grows”.
Studies have shown that aging adults who live a more socially active lifestyle report a higher well-being later in life. A socially active lifestyle can also lead mental and physical activity with increased longevity, as being social promotes well-being.
Over the past 10 years, more and more active adult communities for lease have been popping up all over the United States, but especially Florida. Communities that alleviate the burdens associated with homeownership that can include isolation, and offer a wide range of social opportunities that foster friendships, wellness, and a better chance at a happier and longer life.
The Floridian Club of Sarasota is one of the more popular 55 plus active adult-retirement community on the gulf coast of Florida to answer the social call.
The event calendar is robust and focuses on truly active adults.
The Floridian Club of Sarasota is one of the more popular 55 plus active adult-retirement community on the gulf coast of Florida to answer the social call. The robust event calendar offered by the Floridian Club in Venice, Florida focuses on truly active adults that still bike, hike, include fitness into their daily regime, travel, boat, kayak and enjoy experiences that involve classes on fine wines, art, sporting events et.al.
The Floridian Club of Sarasota offers unique single-story villas with attached garages for lease. With true maintenance-free experience both inside and out, members have more time to foster friendships and live well.
“Though more research is definitely needed, this latest study is one of the first to examine how important social living can be for people… participating in social activities and interacting with family and friends may be a critical part of staying healthy and happy for as long as possible.”
Adapted from the article in Psychology Today, “A new study shows the importance of social behavior in living longer”, Posted March