Benefits of Socialization in the Elderly

The promotion of socialization and the establishment of interpersonal relationships in seniors are essential to avoid their social isolation and, consequently, to improve their physical and emotional well-being.

In the Las Mercedes Clinic Activity Centers, older people can perform exercises that help them face the day with greater optimism, as well as develop activities and games that adapt to the physical and emotional needs of each person, always based on interaction between people.

The current pace of life of people makes it increasingly necessary to choose these types of resources and services. It is common for the care of an elderly person to be complicated and generates a significant workload, both physical and emotional, which can end up affecting family relationships and the health of the different members of the household.

However, families are still unaware of the positive benefits for the elderly to be placed in an environment exclusively designed for them, where socialization plays an essential role. When a person grows up, their activity is increasingly reduced to a family environment in which there is little contact with people who are in the same circumstances and needs. By encouraging activities of socialization it is a matter of filling this gap.

Of course, socialization is also a way to prevent older people from suffering from depression problems. The autonomy of these people is also promoted by strengthening their abilities and making them feel useful.

The most common activities carried out by older adults in our centers are crafts, board games, painting, as well as participation in cultural events.

We invite you to place your trust in our Centers where, in addition to finding well-being, we also take care of your health in a careful and highly professional manner.