Across the country, older Americans – a rapidly growing population – are taking part in activities that promote wellness and social connection. They are sharing their wisdom and experience with future generations, and they are giving back to make enrich their communities. They’re working and volunteering, mentoring and learning, leading and engaging.
For 55 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been observed to recognize older Americans and their contributions to our communities. Led by the Administration for Community Living’s Administration on Aging, every May offers opportunity to hear from, support, and celebrate our nation’s elders. This year’s OAM theme, “Engage at Every Age,” emphasizes the importance of being active and involved, no matter where or when you are in life. You are never too old (or too young) to participate in activities that can enrich your physical, mental, and emotion well-being.
It is becoming more apparent that remaining socially engaged can improve the quality of life for older adults. SETXSeniorLiving.com will use OAM 2018 to focus on how older adults in our Southeast Texas area are engaging with friends and family, and through various community activities. Throughout the month, SETXSeniorLiving.com will share information designed to highlight SETX Senior programs, resources, stories, etc. We encourage you to get involved by sharing your own stories and giving praise to all of our older friends!
Let us know how you are celebrating and what you are sharing on Facebook, Twitter or other social media networks that you use, simply use the hashtags #OAM18 and #SETXSeniorLiving