April is National Volunteer Month! Now that it’s getting nicer out and things are beginning to open up, you may find yourself looking for ways to spend your time. Did you know that there are actual health benefits to volunteering?
Social
- Volunteering is a great way to meet new people
- Volunteering together is a great way to strengthen existing relationships
- Strengthen your ties to the community and other volunteers
Physical Health
- Improved physical health
- Studies have shown that volunteering can help reduce the risk of hypertension,
- Individuals who volunteer regularly live longer
- Volunteers tend to be more physically active
Mental Health
- Improved mental health
- Greater life satisfaction
- Can lower depression and improve your sense of purpose
- Increases sense of accomplishment
- Improved brain function
- Increased level of well-being
Other benefits
Are you 55 or over and interested in volunteering? We always welcome new volunteers to our Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Visit the website or call (734) 971-9781 (option 8) for more information. You can also find volunteer opportunities by searching the Online Senior Resource Directory.
