There are plenty of benefits to becoming an active older adult, such as: 

• wisdom acquired from life experience and sharing that with others
• time to explore new interests
• opportunity for leisure travel and entertainment
• quality time with friends and family
• feeling more accepting of who you are

Yet, these positive aspects of older adulthood rarely get the attention they deserve. To address this, as a nation, we observe Healthy Aging Month every September. 

Never Too Late…

The theme for Healthy Aging Month 2025 is “Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself.” Read on for “fun and fabulous” tips to help you reset your outlook on growing older and renew your commitment to your physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. 

1. Keep a “What’s Next” Journal. 
This journal is a way to give thoughtful consideration to what comes next for you in older adulthood. There’s no right or wrong way to approach figuring out “what’s next” for you. Imagine, envision, and reflect on what can add meaning to this new phase of your life. Consider starting with wish lists; pictures of things, places, or experiences that resonate with you; make sketches or collages; or simply answer “what if…” for yourself. You might also find it helpful to work with a certified coach who specializes in adult life transitions.

2. Connect with Purpose. 
With the time that most older adults have available to them, why not put yours to good use by volunteering as a way to connect with others with purpose. Whether it’s an after-school program, animal rescue, food pantry, library, or other mission-driven organization of interest to you, the wisdom and experience you bring as an older adult is highly valued. Plus, volunteering has many health benefits for you, too!

3. Cook a New Healthy Recipe Every Week.
Be it an appetizer, entrée, side dish, or dessert, learning to cook keeps your reading and math skills sharp. The added bonus of cooking with or for others helps maintain social connections. When you stick with healthy dishes, you’re supporting your physical health. To mix-in more learning fun, consider cooking cultural foods and take the time to learn the history and significance of foods from around the globe. Don’t want to go it alone? Join a local cooking club or take lessons through your local community college or senior living program.

4. Cultivate Incidental Connections.
If you haven’t found new friends through volunteering or cooking adventures, then try cultivating new connections through “incidental connections.” These are the casual connections you encounter daily but tend to breeze by. For example, if you make a daily stop to the local bagel shop in the morning, strike up a casual conversation with your server or the barista who prepares your coffee. Do you cross paths with the same neighbor on your evening walk—strike up a chat and maybe plan to walk together another night. These micro-connections can help reduce loneliness and lift your spirits. There are dozens of incidental connections throughout your day—pick one and cultivate it!

5. Go on Microadventures!
You don’t need to travel far to have fun or add adventure to your life. Take some time to rediscover your local area through museums, gardens, and nature trails. Your local library, senior center, or concierge at Everbrook Senior Living can point you in the right direction. Bonus! Adding laughter, play and adventure to your day helps support emotional  wellbeing, and physical stamina, and brain health.

Live a Fabulous Life at Everbrook Senior Living

The Everbrook Senior Living communities provide abundant opportunities and programs to support healthy aging. Our Wellness 4 Later Life program keeps residents active, curious, and inspired. You find resources that support a holistic approach to physical, social, emotional, financial, and spiritual wellbeing. From personalized fitness programs to hobby and social clubs, and travel opportunities you’ll have abundant choices for living, learning, playing, and laughing throughout the Golden Years. 

We invite you to come see for yourself all that Everbrook Senior Living has to offer. Call today to schedule a tour.    

And don’t forget to look for more events at an Everbrook communtiy near you.