We all want to feel connected. Check out these ideas for different ways to connect with others around you.
Take a Health Promotion Class
Meet new people while learning how you can better manage your health. Find classes at wihealthyaging.org
Volunteer
What better way to connect with others than by giving back to your community! Find opportunities
Join a Fitness Facility
Build friendships with others while building strength and endurance!
Start a New Hobby
Learning something new is a great way to connect with others – oftentimes, others are learning new things right alongside you!
Use Technology
Using technology to call, text, or video call with loved ones at a distance is a great way stay connected while not being able to see each other in person.
Join a Club
A book club, knitting club, garden club, golf club, or other!
Learn Something New
See what opportunities might be available at local community colleges.
Visit a Neighbor
Bring a plate of cookies, a homemade loaf of bread, or just stop by and say hi!
Visit a Park
A great place to meet someone new with similar hobbies is a local park. Find accessible recreation in Wisconsin.
Get a Job
A job provides a great opportunity to connect with co-workers and clients.
Care for Others
Whether it’s grandchildren, neighbors’ kids, or others – spend time with younger generations.
Host a Night
Whether a game night, a dinner, a coffee hour, or other – invite people to connect with you.
Relocate
Moving closer to family or loved ones or into residential or independent living can be a great option to be surrounded by others you can connect with.
Re-Connect
If you’ve lost touch with people you used to be close with, reach out!
Reach Out
Need someone to talk to? Check out AARP’s Friendly Voice