Staying Active

Perhaps one of the best things we can do to secure our independence and well being as we get older is to remain fit in both body and mind.

This episode focuses on seniors who have found ways to keep themselves both mentally engaged and physically healthy, illustrating an important theme in The Series: American society will benefit as a whole when more of its senior citizens take charge of a critical life issue.

One way to "do something" is to follow your interests and perhaps develop a hobby. Life-long pastimes or a fresh perspective can offer a wealth of worthwhile activity. Or you may want to look into volunteerism. Many seniors find this particularly satisfying because it allows them to interact with their community, as well as provide support to those in need.

The most crucial point to keep in mind is that staying active will lengthen and enrich your quality of life. Stagnancy, depression, and chronic illness are an unfortunate reality for many older Americans. Remember, if you don't use it, you will lose it.