The study reveals 10 happier states for older people: did he make the list?
Where he lives can have a great impact on his mental health.
Particularly for the elderly, it is important to establish themselves in a place that promotes happiness.
Older adults face a greater risk of mental health problems due to circumstances such as loss of loved ones, loneliness, chronic diseases or disability, medications, changes caused by retirement and other stressful factors, according to the National Aging Council.
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Caring.com, a higher attention resource, recently launched its senior happiness index, revealing in which part of the country last year students are happier according to the happiness summary of the Wallethub state.
Older adults face a greater risk of mental health problems due to circumstances such as loss of loved ones, loneliness, chronic diseases or disability, medications, changes caused by retirement and other stressors. (Istock)
Experts analyzed several factors such as happiness by state, the cost of living, average life expectancy, health rates in residents over 60 and the number of centers for older people per state.
The results are presented below for the 10 happiest states for older people.
- Utah
- Idaho
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Nebraska
- Hawaii
- New Hampshire
- Minnesota
- New Jersey
- Vermont
Utaah claimed the number 1 position for the largest number of older people, with a happiness score of 7.69 of 10.
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According to the study, the high range of Utah is due to its “support environment” for high -level life, the good health of the elderly and the third lowest percentage (21.48%) of the elderly who live alone, which reduces the risk of social isolation.
Caring.com used the happiness summary of the Wallethub state as a baseline for its investigation, noting that Utah was among the five happiest states. (Istock)
The researchers mentioned that more than two fifths of older people in voluntary Utah, which is the highest rate in the United States.
Volunteering allows the population of the state of the state to “remain connected and involved with their community,” said Caring.com, which “contributes significantly” to well -being and happiness.
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Idaho followed closely, with a general happiness score of 7.38 of 10.
Less than a quarter of the elderly in Idaho live alone, the second lowest rate in the country and the State is among the top five for major centers.
“Known for its impressive natural landscapes, Idaho offers the elderly many opportunities for outdoor recreation, promoting physical and mental well -being,” added Caring.com.
“With 30 state parks to explore and proximity to national treasures such as Yellowstone, it is not surprising that Idaho is among the 10 happiest states,” said Caring.com. (Istock)
Connecticut and Delaware tied for number 3, scoring a 7.01 of 10 on the happiness scale.
Connecticut has the third highest average life expectancy and is among the 10 main states for general health.
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Only 7.2% of Connecticut residents lack health insurance, which guarantees access to the necessary medical services for the population that ages.
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Connecticut also offers a variety of cultural and immersive experiences with discount for older people, such as museums, parks, libraries and arts events.
According to Caring.com, Delaware is considered one of the “happiest and support for later life.”
Hawaii has the lowest percentage of people over 65 who live alone, the highest average life expectancy and the highest state of happiness. (Istock)
The State is among the top 10 for health and happiness in general, and in the first five for the lowest percentage of people living alone.
Caring.com considered the cost of living of the “relatively affordable” of Delaware, which can help residents maintain a “comfortable and independent lifestyle.”
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Other states stood out in these categories, including North Dakota for the most senior centers for every 100,000 Western virginia for the most affordable cost of living.
Hawaii has the lowest percentage of people over 65 who live alone, the highest average life expectancy and the highest state of happiness.
Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for News Digital.