Want To Stay Healthier and Fulfilled Later in Life? Try Volunteering

March 28, 2025

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Presented by The Conversation

Volunteering can significantly boost older adults’ physical and mental health, from lowering blood pressure to fostering a greater sense of purpose. With the U.S. population of older adults growing, engaging them in service enhances well-being and strengthens communities. At the University of Michigan, experts are exploring how volunteering could shape lives—offering insights that could one day make “volunteering prescriptions” a reality.

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