Many younger generations do not realize that aging has many benefits and is not something to be feared. In fact, to showcase the fun and unique benefits of becoming a Senior citizen, we’ve created a list of 8 fun facts about seniors in America.
1. Senior Citizens are the Fastest-Growing Demographic on Facebook
One may think that college students are the fastest growing user demographic in the Facebook world, but you may be surprised to find out that it is senior citizens instead. Research studies done by the Pew Internet & American Life Project found that 53% of Americans who are the ages of 65 or older are online and 34% of those numbers are on Facebook and similar social sites. Being on these social sites is a way for grandparents to be a part of children and grandchildren’s lives and connect with them beyond family functions and holidays.
2. Several Seniors Participate in Fun Events Almost Every Day
Seniors who are members of community centers often have the opportunity to participate in fun activities almost daily. Whether it is engaging in board games, taking yoga classes or hosting a fashion show, the senior population of America is having more fun than almost any other age demographic.
3. In America, Seniors Use More Internet Than Any One Else
Seniors in America are the fastest growing group of consumers buying new computers and logging time online. In fact, older adults aged 55 years old and older log the most usage online with 33 hours a month spent on sites like Facebook and 7.6 million senior internet surfers.
4. Seniors are Focusing on Slowing the Aging Process Through Exercise
Many seniors are focusing on slowing the aging process and a study in 1995 found that the death rate of fit men was decreased by 44% compared to unhealthy adults. It is because of several studies like these that exercising with water aerobics, yoga and walking are some of the most popular senior exercises.
5. Seniors Make More Life Transitions Than Any Other Age Range
Adults in their 50s and 60s experience more significant transitions in life and any other phase of life. This can be an exciting time of experiencing new hobbies, making lifelong friends and defining what life means to them. This also includes becoming more involved in a community of similar aged adults and having fun with exercising, unique activities and hobbies.
6. Gardening is The #1 Hobby for Adults Over 50
As senior adults gain more free time, they often find joy in new hobbies such as gardening, competing in competitions and traveling. Gardening takes patience and care while yielding great results, making it the number one hobby for adults over the age of 50.
7. Seniors are the Fastest Growing Tourism Traveler Demographic
Senior tourism is expected to continually increase in the next ten years as more seniors seeing improved health and more time after retirement. Currently through better organization, easy bookings and improved health, more seniors travel the world than ever before. This also could be due to the increased online presence of seniors, making booking and finding new locations to travel much easier than ever before.
8. Senior Healthcare is Becoming More Well Rounded
Adults over the age of 65 are turning their healthcare focus into something much better rounded. Blending several healthy life aspects together such as fitness, spirituality, meditation, entertainment, travel and clean living, has resulted in a shift to healthier senior adults.
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Written by Amy Trenton.
