I work a full time job at nights so it is hard to do activities that make a daily commitment. I thought about volunteering somewhere but all of the places I checked want a weekly commitment and I just am not sure I can do that every week because of my schedule.
2007-12-08 05:39:24 · 20 answers · asked by jfjohnsonrn2 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
Many of my friends have moved away or passed away. I am in my mid 50's right now and am looking towards the future. Don't want to be one of those old ladies in a house with too many cats. :)
2007-12-08 05:53:36 · update #1
Big problem as we get older. You need to find activities that fulfill you, and slowly friendships will develop. I moved most my life, and at 40 I am just beginning to make some lasting friendships, although 2 of my friends are moving to other countries. It is so much harder as you get older. That is why you need to find happiness within yourself, be happy by yourself, and be friendly to people. NOt till we are friendly can we get friends, not till we are loving will we find Love, you know that kind of stuff.
Life can be tough and lonely, butLife is good afterall.
Good luck
2007-12-08 05:43:33 · answer #1 · answered by Cherie 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
At least in this corner of world where I am volunteering change a lot. Young students have to have quite a lot of volunteering hours before they can move farther in their education. So some organization accept them the same way they would do with regular employees... such organizations demand precise amount of working hours weekly, describe skills needed . Ask for CV. Choose. And dismiss if students do not show up without proper, best medical excuse. Students fear that so they volunteer often in places they do not have real interest for. Not speaking about passion. But where they will get the paper and needed references.
For you might be better bridge groups. They meet also morning or noon hours. But people are usually older. Or yoga or meditation groups they meet morning. Or gardening groups. Day time activities. Or just right more about your hobbies and somebody will come with more suggestions.
2007-12-08 06:27:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get off the computer because that is a trap it feels like you are talking and being social with others but really it is a strange form of contact with little or no real human interaction. You just have to get out there. Try to see if you could volunteer for a local political party with no forced schedule, go and join a knitting club,photography club etc... I know it is hard those are just ideas. Good lUck.
2007-12-08 06:22:29 · answer #3 · answered by Pen 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do something you like, be yourself, pray about it. It'll work out. There are lots of things that don't take a full week commitment for example, book clubs, church, etc. You could even gather up some of your friends that are around and start a club of something you like to do. If you like books, get some friends, pick a book, and post fliers. There's no telling what kind of people will come. That was just an idea i had. It might be a bit silly, but if your up to it, anything is possible.
2007-12-08 05:47:25 · answer #4 · answered by smiley_774471 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do you have any hobbies? If not, are there any things that you would like to learn? Knitting, crocheting or crafts? Inquire at a store like Michael's or Hobby Lobby to see if they have classes. Or maybe scrapbooking? If you take a class, and see a woman who seems friendly, ask if she would like to go for coffee after the class. You really have to exert yourself these days to make new friends.
Is there a senior citizen center in your town? Many have classes there or just times they get together to do certain things. If you are really good at doing something, offer to teach a class some place. Learn how to sew. Contact a fabric shop and see if they have classes. And what ever you decide to do, don't be afraid to talk to the people there! Going for coffee after a class is a good way to get acquainted!
2007-12-09 17:57:41 · answer #5 · answered by Cat Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Red Cross loves volunteers, Retired Seniors Volunteer Program, Literacy, help out as the SPCA, whatever your interests are there is some organization that would love your help
Most do not require a lot of commitment
2007-12-08 05:45:37 · answer #6 · answered by slk29406 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Would you like to know more about the Bible? Jehovah's Witnesses have a wonderful program that is free. You choose what subject you are interested in and someone can meet you at work, at home, whereever you want. It usually takes an hour a week, but you would want to read over the material ahead of time so you can think about it. The Bible study can even be done over the telephone or by email if you wish.
I learned more about the Bible in a few weeks than in years of attending my church. And I have a real hope for the future now.
Call a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses to tell them you would like a study.
jann_johnston@yahoo.com
2007-12-08 05:51:25 · answer #7 · answered by Tessie 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
You would be surprised at the number of people who meet good friends in restaurants. You have to become a regular customer. Most just come in to relax and have a cup of coffee. Just be open with everyone, and you may find some really nice people who need friends too. Also shopping, I have met a lot of people who need others to talk to.
2007-12-08 09:31:11 · answer #8 · answered by Fruit Cake Lady 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try to find a group which shares your interests. Just don't be TOO friendly. People will take advantage of you if you let them. I've cut myself off voluntarily from some acquaintances in the neighborhood. A club I belonged to, only called me if they needed some work done, but not if they were having something fun. Be careful.
2007-12-08 05:52:35 · answer #9 · answered by shermynewstart 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
not everywhere wants big commitments...befriending organisations are a good way to meet new people..hospitals usually run them. There are activity clubs that meet during the day..especially tai chi classes..getting out and about and just chatting to people helps..it depends what you mean and want by friendship..as we get older we are our own best friends and find acquaintances less intrusive and more easy going
2007-12-08 05:44:19 · answer #10 · answered by minerva 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋