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Hot Springs, Ark. – Social activity is good for a person regardless of who you are, where you live, or how old you are. Social connectedness can include people you look forward to seeing, people you have something in common with, and people you trust such as family, friends and co-workers or other people you interact with; other examples are your health care provider, banker, and store clerk. Quality relationships help to provide ongoing joy, support, love and purpose, and maintaining these relationships can play an important role in the benefits of social activity. Social connectedness can also include activities in your community or in your home and there are several ways to get connected.
Being socially active doesn’t always mean you have to leave your home. It is easy to stay connected with those both far and near through technology. Common avenues that are being used today are Facebook, Instagram, text messaging and video messaging. Of course the telephone, email and the “old fashioned” letter writing and card sending are still good ways to stay connected if you are not plugged in to the latest technology. Medical services are even available online. These include tele-medicine, tele-nursing, and tele-therapy that allow health care professionals to check on you and remind you of your health care needs while you are at home.
It can be a challenge to be socially active when you don’t want to be, so it is important to know your own personality and social preferences. For some, engaging in social activity can be energizing, while others prefer more quiet time. You may also struggle with social activity because you are depressed. Being depressed may make you feel like you want to be alone, but social isolation can actually make depression worse. To help ease symptoms of depression, even though it may be difficult, seek out social interaction even if it is with one person, such as one-on-one interaction with a close friend, family member, or a therapist.
There are several benefits to being socially active, including:
It is important for people of all ages to reflect on things that matter the most to them and to decide if their time and energy are being balanced properly. It is also important to recognize that meaningful social activity will be different for everyone and that this can change throughout your lifespan as you experience various life transitions, such as losses. Let relationships and social activities help you with your life’s transitions.
For more information on Keys to Embracing Aging, contact the Garland County Extension Office at 623-6841 or 922-4703, email Jessica at jvincent@uada.edu, or visit our website at www.uaex.uada.edu.
EHC Information
Are you interested in joining an existing Extension Homemakers Club? EHC is the largest volunteer organization in the state. For information on EHC call 623-6841 or 922-4703 or email jvincent@uada.edu.
Master Gardeners
If you’re interested in becoming a Master Gardener and would like more information, you’re welcome to attend their monthly meeting on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1pm at the Elks Lodge. You may also call the Extension office on 623-6841 or 922-4703 or email abates@uada.edu.
4-H Information
We have several 4-H clubs for our Garland county youth who are 5 to 19 years old. For more information on all the fun 4-H activities there are, call the Extension Office at 623-6841 or 922-4703 or email Linda Bates at lbates@uada.edu.
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By Jessica Vincent County Extension Agent - FCSThe Cooperative Extension ServiceU of A System Division of Agriculture
Media Contact: Jessica Vincent County Extension Agent - FCS U of A Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service 236 Woodbine Hot Springs AR 71901 (501) 623-6841 jvincent@uada.edu
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