Sometimes it can seem like social media is taking over younger generations! But it may surprise you just how many senior adults are utilizing it as well. And quite frankly, they should be! If you aren’t on social media yet, or if you think there’s nothing you can get out of it, then think again! Even seniors living in communities that provide independent living options keep in touch using social media. Here are some reasons you really should be on social media (if you aren’t already).
Stay Connected with Social Media
Social Media Keeps You Engaged
From games to educational articles to “how-to” videos, there is an infinite number of things to do online. It’s a great way to pass the time and even develop new skills while you’re at it. These aspects of social media can help keep your mind sharp as you get older. Social media is also where younger generations tend to share the things going on in their lives, so if you have children, grandchildren, or other family members you’d like to engage with, social media is a great place to do it!
Online Shopping Is Perfect for Those With Limited Mobility
Getting out to the mall isn’t as easy as it used to be, but that doesn’t mean you have to go without! Everything you could ever want is at the tip of your fingerprints and can be delivered right to your front door in a matter of days. Just be sure only to order from reputable websites to avoid being scammed! For example, if you like shopping at Target but can’t drive as easily as you used to, you can use social media to find ordering options.
Social Media Keeps You in Touch With Family and Friends Across the World
You can find everyone from your childhood friends to your grandchildren on social media. Communicating with friends and family has never been easier and faster. No more worrying about the delay of writing letters or the cost of long distance phone calls. Not only can you type a message that is instantly delivered, but you can also use your smartphone make face-to-face phone calls with applications like Skype or Facetime.
Sharing Photos Is Super Easy
It can be hard when your family lives far away, especially if you have grandchildren. It can feel like you’re missing out on important milestones in their life. That’s another thing Facebook and other social media sites can really help you out with. Between their visits you can still feel like you’re there, since photos are uploaded and shared immediately! And if you have a photo you’d like to share with them, you can send it via a direct message (DM) or post it to your profile.
Meet New People
Not only can social media help you keep in touch with people you know, but you can use it to meet new people with whom you share common interests. You can search by location, interests, and other things to find new virtual pen pals across the world. And if you decide to live at Westminster Towers, you will surely meet some new friends whom you can connect with on social media.
While the internet and social media are wonderful tools for staying connected and engaged with the world around you, they also come with their share of risks. Be sure to keep an eye out for scammers and misinformation, as older users are often targeted by bad actors. Stay safe and have fun!
At Westminster Towers, we offer independent living apartments as well as homes for other lifestyles. Contact us today through our website (or social media accounts) to learn more about our community!