Embrace New Challenges and Stay Engaged
Exciting Opportunities Await
Entering the golden years doesn’t mean slowing down. Rather it is an invitation to embrace new challenges and stay actively engaged. If you are living in Cleveland and are 65 and older, consider yourself fortunate: There is a vibrant array of opportunities in this great city! Let’s explore how stepping outside your comfort zone and staying active can pave the way for a fulfilling and healthy life well into your 80s and 90s.
- You may plan to retire from your job, but don’t retire from life. Consider pursuing a new career or passion. Some opt for real estate ventures, proving that it’s never too late for entrepreneurial pursuits. The journey of learning and contributing can extend well beyond traditional retirement age.
- Share your expertise and passion by teaching others about your craft or hobby. For example, become a yoga or pilates instructor or teach writing at a local community college. Teaching not only keeps you physically and mentally active but also provides an opportunity to inspire and connect with others.
- Embrace volunteer opportunities. Here are just a few ideas:
⭐Join Blossom Music Center as a summer volunteer.
⭐Serve as a front-of-house usher at the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra.
⭐Apply to be a RedCoat at Playhouse Square.
⭐Become a friend of the Rockefeller Greenhouse.
⭐Serve as a volunteer at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
⭐Become an ongoing volunteer for Cleveland Metroparks and the Zoo.
⭐Support local students’ success as a volunteer through the Cuyahoga Library.
⭐Become a volunteer for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank.
These volunteer positions allow you to contribute to the community while staying active.
Live a Long Life After 65
Living a long, healthy life after 65 is not about sitting around; it’s about actively participating in the world around you. Whether exploring new careers, teaching, volunteering, or engaging with Cleveland’s cultural scene, the key is to step outside your comfort zone and embrace activities that challenge and invigorate you—and make an impact on others in the process.
