Building a Strong Social Life for a Healthier Senior Journey

Enjoying a robust social life is one of life’s great joys. Still, many deprioritize this aspect of life as they grow older, spending more time alone and less with others. Sometimes, this is a conscious choice. Other times, it’s the result of access issues and limitations that affect a person’s ability to choose when and how they engage socially.

Humans are social creatures, and most of us crave a life full of connections and companions. From family to friends, socialization makes us feel like part of a community.

But did you know that maintaining a strong social life offers us significant and measurable health benefits? It’s true!

Unfortunately, the opposite is also true. Those with less social engagement are at greater risk for health issues, because of their lack of connection to others.

We want you to understand the science behind these surprising facts, in addition to learning why social involvement is so vital to overall quality of life.

Senior health and wellness are our top priority, here at MorseLife. That’s why we want to deliver you all the info you need to understand the importance of senior social life.

Let’s start by reviewing some important facts about the importance of social life for senior health.

You may be surprised to learn that loneliness in seniors is considered an epidemic in this country.

A study from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) found that around a quarter of Americans aged 65 and over meet the criteria for social isolation.

And loneliness and depression aren’t the only consequence of being socially isolated.

Lacking a social life and feeling chronically disconnected from a community to call your own can have massive impacts on both your physical and mental health as a senior.

Research reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows social isolation can also lead to serious health issues in seniors.

This includes increased risks for serious health consequences like:

• Dementia
• Heart attacks
• Strokes
• Hospitalizations
• Even premature death

Those are some pretty serious senior health issues!

Thankfully, there are many ways to combat social isolation and its related risks as you age.

Joining a senior living community can be a great way to overcome social isolation, loneliness, and their associated risks.

Let’s explore why this is so.

Senior living has much to offer seniors who are looking for a carefree lifestyle, full of services and amenities. It’s also a great option for those in need of extra daily support and care to enjoy life in comfort and security.

But senior living also offers a wealth of chances to form social bonds and community connections. These enhanced social opportunities also provide health benefits for seniors, who experience less isolation and loneliness as a result.

But you don’t just have to take our word for it. The science backs us up:

• Social interactions with friends and same-aged peers have been shown to enhance seniors’ quality of life, improve their morale, and reduce their feelings of loneliness.
• Having quality social opportunities has also been shown to be vital for seniors.
• This study found social interactions with friends and family to correlate to enhanced psychological well-being in seniors and, indeed, all ages of adults.
• And this one discovered seniors’ psychological well-being is positively influenced by how enjoyable their social interactions are, how much control they have over interactions, how responsive others are to their needs, and their level of social activity.

One need not look far or dig deep to find the data and statistics to back up claims that older adults strongly benefit from enhanced positive social interactions and opportunities.

And, as the data has shown us, seniors stand to experience both mental and physical health benefits as a result.

Using the statistics on social isolation and its health risks in this demographic, we can determine the opposite is also true: seniors who have a more robust social life are less at risk for the health issues related to social isolation.

Senior living is designed to offer residents a lively social schedule. But senior living at MorseLife takes social connection opportunities to the next level.

Let’s explore how MorseLife empowers residents to achieve their best quality of life, with an array of signature programs, activities, services, and amenities.

Senior health and wellness are always top priority at MorseLife ​Health System​​.

We nurture and empower the holistic wellness of our residents in each of our communities with a wealth of unique offerings and services, designed to promote senior social life and comprehensive well-being.

Independent Living residents in our exceptional Levin Palace community experience white-glove service and five-star amenities in a luxurious, resort-like setting.

With delicious and nutritious dining options that cater to residents with kosher and non-kosher fare, fine art, and world-class entertainment—Levin Palace residents experience firsthand our philosophy of Younging™. This is our term for living well at every age.

Here, the worry-free lifestyle we offer our valued residents helps them discover the freedom and fun they’ve been dreaming of in retirement.

We also enhance their opportunities for wellness, connection, and enjoyment, with superb offerings like our heated indoor and outdoor pools, pickleball and shuffleboard courts, spa and wellness center, state-of-the-art fitness center, and dog park.

At The Levin Palace, the health, wellness, and joy of our residents are at the forefront of everything we do.

​Assisted Living​ and Memory Care​ residents in our Tradition community also savor the luxe life and all the senior health and wellness benefits it affords.

Here, luxury senior lifestyle amenities are deftly blended with our compassionate, comprehensive care, to ensure all our residents get what they need to thrive and enjoy their optimal health and wellness.

At Tradition, our daily exercise and fitness classes foster the physical and mental health of our residents, while exciting classes, social events, and activities—including our studio art classes!—enhance residents’ spiritual health and well-being and sense of connection.

Residents of our Resnick community enjoy excellent Assisted Living and Memory Care services with comfortable, home-like accommodations, and an array of wonderful programs and activities that promote social engagement and quality of life.

Here, our valued residents and their loved ones also savor the peace of mind that comes with ​knowing that accessing​​ ​ customized care in a warm and welcoming community can fit within their monthly budget.

The Resnick community offers ​budget-friendly​​ ​senior living that delivers first-rate comfort, quality, and care. Because worrying about how you’ll afford senior living should not negatively impact your mental health and leave you stressed and worried each month.

No matter the MorseLife community you choose, you’ll discover a place you can truly call home, and a team who are committed to delivering the very best in personalized lifestyle support and care.

Here, aging with grace and style are a way of life. Join us and learn how we’ll empower you to live your best, healthiest life as a senior in beautiful West Palm Beach, Florida!

Contact us for personalized support and guidance.