Time to Get Out and Get Social! Introducing STEPPING Out.
The Issue - Isolation
Isolation among aging seniors is a growing health epidemic and many are suffering as a result of being disconnected from support groups such as family, friends and community. The risks of feeling socially isolated are more than psychological, such as depression. It can detrimentally affect physical health as well: Research has shown that prolonged isolation may be equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
Isolation results from many causes, including poor physical and mental health, inaccessible public transportation in communities, and major life events such as loss and retirement.
The Answer - STEPPING Out - Senior Activity Calendar
In answer to requests from our clients and their families for ideas for local activities for their loved ones, we have created the STEPPING Out - Senior Activity Calendar. This calendar will serve as a tool for you and our aides to engage with your loved ones and get them out and social in their community.
The launch of STEPPING Out focuses month by month on community events and activities that will be of interest not just to seniors, but to your families and friends as well.
You can access STEPPING OUT here.
A Few Examples of Hand-Selected Activities for Your Loved Ones
- Live HD Metropolitan Opera viewings every Saturday at the IMAX movie theater in White Plains (you can always leave early!).
- Broadway Theater production of Mamma Mia (no crowds and a 15 minute drive).
- Baseball Card Trade Show at the Westchester County Center in White Plains.
- Art exhibits easily accessible, such as the Neuberger Museum at SUNY Purchase.
- Nature Centers with engaging lectures to bring your grandchildren.
We have created this calendar with you in mind! Each month, we will update the calendar to keep it current and interesting. If you have any ideas or suggestions for additional ongoing or seasonal activities, we would love to hear from you!
If you have any ideas or suggestions for additional ongoing or seasonal activities, we would love to hear from you! Give STEPS Home Care a call @ (855) 548-1797. We service Fairfield County, CT, Manhattan, or Westchester and Nassau Counties, NY. One of our Care Coordinators can help.
