7. Volunteer.
Regardless of where you live, there are organizations eager for your help. There are numerous church- and community-based organizations all over the country addressing the needs of all segments of the population, and there’s likely to be one that seems right for you. Whether you’re more interested in serving the needs of seniors or younger people, organizations ranging from Meals on Wheels all the way to Big Brothers Big Sisters can provide enriching opportunities for you to make a positive difference in your city or town.
Even a few hours a week can make a huge difference both to you and to the people whose needs your volunteer service would help fill. And if you find there’s a need in your community that existing volunteer groups aren’t addressing, why not put your experience and vision to work by organizing your own group of volunteers?
8. Read.
Few things will keep you sharper. Join a book club or enroll in a literature class. Is there a book you started 40 years ago and never finished? Now that you’re retired, you may finally have the chance.
Reading is a low-cost activity designed to keep you razor-sharp and well-informed. It sparks the imagination, opens new doors and worlds, and bridges generations and even centuries. Unfortunately, we’re living in a time when many people have forgotten that. Even so, there’s no reason for you to be among the millions of Americans who haven’t read a single book in the past year, and it’s very likely there’s a public library within easy distance of your home where you can enjoy countless hours of entertainment at absolutely no cost.
9. Move.
A lot of retirees decide to move into smaller quarters across town, but if you’re looking for a challenge sure to enrich your retirement, what about considering a move across the state … or across the country? Starting fresh—new customs, new friends, a whole new setting—can fire up the brain cells in a way few other experiences can do.
Picking up stakes and leaving familiar territory isn’t for everyone, but it’s an experience many seniors have found enriching. While some seniors have chosen to relocate to communities popular among retirees, many have opted instead for thriving cities equally or more popular among young people.
Enjoy your retirement years—and let MedicareMall find the senior health plan that’s best designed for what you want to get out of retirement!
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