Spiritual Fitness

Community, Purpose, Service

• What’s going on at your local community center? Senior Center?

• Have you had a hearing test? If you can’t hear, it’s hard to stay connected. Research from National Institute of Health (NIH) says hearing aids could reduce cognitive decline by 50%.

• Sight is key. When was your last vision test?

• Is there a group you’d find interesting? Religious group, Volunteer organization, Run club, Yoga class, Bridge club, Garden club, Knitting circle, Art class, etc.

• How could you help your community? Organize your own group. Start with your local United Way or Community Foundation.

• Can you find a way to increase your service to others?

• Maybe a college class? Many colleges and community colleges offer classes for and reduced rates to seniors.

• Phone a friend!

• Maybe set a goal to reach out to an old friend once a week… text? phone? letter? knock on the door?

• Is there a course you’re dying to teach?