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Seniors need to maintain independence in order to avoid feeling helpless or aimless in life. Independence is of many types and being independent in older age helps senior feel more confident and in control of their own life.
Financial independence requires seniors to bear their own expenses; seniors may enroll in pension or annuity plans or make government supported investment for guaranteed returns.
Emotional dependence allows seniors to be self sufficient, which can be attained in keeping themselves busy through a proper and productive routine.
Technology is growing wildly and invading every aspect of life be it home security or banking. It is important to learn basic tools like video calling, net banking etc.
Living on your own allows seniors to achieve a sense of freedom, this can be achieved through making your home senior friendly and adding grab bars, stairs climbing chair system.
Mobility independent comes with being able to drive a car and run chores and go to appointments on your own. It is important to take proper actions like safety checks in your car and routine eye checkups to ensure good vision.
Meeting new people and having a life outside of your family to cope with difficult times is important for every one and not limited to just seniors. seniors may meet new people through communities and senior clubs.