Healthy hobbies for seniors

Jane Wood

I am getting older and many of my dear friends are passing away or going off to nursing homes. My husband passed away many years ago and my family only visits once or twice a week. I am still quite healthy, although my hearing is no longer top notch. My grand daughter set me up on the Facebook, but I find it rather confusing and silly. I do want to keep busy though. I like knitting, but my arthritis is becoming quite a barrier. Can you suggest some healthy hobbies for a 71 year old woman like myself?

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  1. Shirley C.

    I'm sorry to hear that, Jane. I've been going through the same thing. First off, be sure to check about the arthritis to seek treatment from your doctor to alleviate some of the pain, it would be a shame to lose out on your knitting! Facebook and other computer applications are a great start too, easy to keep up with busy kids and family members! Skype is also useful if they're far away. Other than that, keep active, I like to do water aeribics twice a week, and try out lots of new hobbies! Recently I played some video games with my son! Be adventurous!