Travel is halted now, and that is a hard pill to swallow. But virtual travel is thriving. There are so many online resources that allow us to enjoy destinations through photos, videos, and stories. Let’s take advantage of this and explore places that we have always wanted to see. Benefit from seeing your community, your region, and the world. Travel increases our confidence and a sense of adventure, as we get out of our comfort zones with family and friends.

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Maintaining your community of friends, and finding new friends with similar interests will enrich your life, and a key to living life fully is to engage in mental and physical activity. We offer some suggestions. In normal times, local colleges and universities are a great place to start - exploring lecture and concerts series, or just taking a walk around a campus. Strike up a conversation with the (young) students or faculty that you may meet. Churches and synagogues offer many activities including book clubs, bridge, canasta, maj jong and other games. Community senior centers offer unlimited activities including fitness programs and trainers. I have friends who play bridge several times a week, while others play poker regularly. Many seniors are avid golfers and tennis players, and now pickleball has become popular as a small or large group physical activity. Obviously, we cannot congregate right now to enjoy these activites, but when we resume normal life, keep these in mind.

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If exercise is your main hobby, go for it - and move your body! There are numerous exercise facilities as well as yoga, pilates and other outlets for staying fit and young and keeping in shape. These facilities are closed now, but keep them in mind for the future. Many people will find groups for walking together on a regular basis, for example our malls are filled with people who are up early and walk on a regular basis while avoiding the ice and cold temperatures. If you are able to get outside now to walk during this Coronavirus period, find a friend or relative, stay at least 6-10 feet apart, and enjoy the fresh air.

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In normal circumstances, museums and zoos welcome seniors participating in various activities. I know retirees who have become avid bird watchers. Libraries offer continuous speakers and programs including book clubs and reviews, courses in computer programming and literacy, as well as cooking, photography and other passions and hobbies. Many movie theaters have special programs and offerings for seniors, such as live streaming the Metropolitan Opera.

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Be creative and take an art class (again, when they reopen). Pottery, painting, metal sculpture, glass blowing, textiles, photography and even creative writing are very popular. Political organizations welcome senior participants as volunteers, especially during election cycles. Non-profit organizations would love your input and help, such as tutoring or working at a food bank. Get creative, and get involved.

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As we seek calm and comfort in tumultuous times, we turn to comfort foods, innovative chefs, and delicious finds in the culinary world. If you come across any of these that our 50+ audience would enjoy, please share with us.

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