The Role Socialization Has on Healthy Aging — Casa Sandoval

There have been many studies done on the link between healthy aging and diet, exercise and a good night’s sleep, but researchers say not as much attention has been paid to the role socialization has on healthy aging. Recent studies have now found that strong social ties are just as critical to our brain health.

While most of us enjoy a night out with friends talking and laughing, scientists say the time we spend socializing also helps stimulate our attention and memory as well as strengthen our neural networks. In fact, they say cognitive decline is more likely to occur in people who spend most of their time alone. One such study with more than 12,000 participants, suggests that when people are lonely, their risk of dementia rises by as much as 40%.

However, researchers say it is important to remember not all relationships are equal and stressful, toxic relationships can actually be harmful to our health according to a 2021 Journal of the American Heart Association study. To widen your range of social connections, experts say you may have to be creative. If you can’t get out, explore online connections including meeting with family and friends on facebook as well as joining online groups such as book clubs, choral groups or others.

At Casa Sandoval, our senior living community flourishes on connections, and residents enjoy socializing as much or as little as they like. Our range of activities, special events and wellness programs along with restaurant-style dining makes it easy to find new friends and acquaintances. Located in the East Bay region just 25 miles south of San Francisco, our home offers 223 stylish suites in spacious studio, alcove, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. Please visit our website to see what sets our community apart from other assisted and independent living Hayward offers and why our residents are happy to call Casa Sandoval “home.”

Casa Sandoval provides the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve to create an atmosphere that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle. Please contact us to learn more about the finest assisted and independent living Hayward, CA has to offer.