Feeling Happy and Staying Connected

Did you know that if you keep yourself busy with activities in the community or with friends, you are more likely to be happy, healthy and able to cope with change in your life? Stress and limited contact with other people can lead to poor health and feeling lonely. Keep reading for more information about how to live happily and feel connected with other people.

Feeling happy as an older adult

Depression or other mood problems are not a part of normal aging. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health has lots of information about mood problems and addictions in older adults. For information about warning signs and how to get help, click on the links below.

• Anxiety in older adults
• Depression in older adults
• Alcohol use in older adults
• Medication use in older adults
• Gambling addiction in older adults

Staying connected

If you're feeling lonely or would like to meet new people, you might be interested in some of the friendly visiting programs and seniors' clubs in Hamilton.