Options to Remain Independent after Retirement Options to Remain Independent after Retirement. | Page 4

• Keeping seniors socially engaged. The more seniors can spend time socializing with friends and family, the more independent they will feel. Seniors not only need to visit with their friends and loved ones, but they need to be able to leave their retirement homes for parties, events, gatherings and holidays. Seniors who have a healthy social life not only tend to feel less isolated, but they are also more likely to have higher self- esteem.