Where you live can have a big impact on your mental health.
Especially for the elderly, it is important to settle in a country that promotes happy.
Elderly adults face a higher risk of mental health problems Secondly on circumstances such as loss of loved ones, loneliness, chronic illness or disability, medication, changes brought about by pension and other stressors, according to the National Action Council.
Caring.com, a high source of care, recently released his happy index of happiness, revealing where the elderly are happier based on the summary of Wallethub state happiness.
Experts analyzed various factors such as levels of happiness per state, cost of living, average life expectancy, health levels among residents over 60 and the number of old centers per state.
Below are the results for the 10 happiest countries for the elderly.
- Utah
- Idaho
- Connecticut
- Duffy
- Nebraska
- Hawaii
- New Hampshire
- MINNESOTA
- New Jersey
- Vernont
Utah claimed place 1 for the most content seniors, with a result of happiness of 7.69 out of 10.
According to the study, the high rank of Utah is the second to his “supporting environment” for old living, good old health and the lower third percentage (21.48%) of the elderly living alone, which reduces the risk of social isolation.
Researchers mentioned that more than two -fifths of the elderly in Utah Volunteer, which is the highest degree in the US
Volunteering allows the population of the aging of the state to “remain connected and involved with their community,” commented Caring.com, which “contributes significantly” to well -being and happy.
Idaho followed closely, with a general result of happiness of 7.38 out of 10.
Less than a quarter of the elderly in the ID live alone, the second -language level in the country, and the state ranks first for the old centers.
“Known for its stunning natural landscapes, Idaho offers the elderly many opportunities for outdoor recreation, promoting physical and mental well -being,” Caring.com added.
Connecticut and Delaware were bound for no. 3, marking a 7.01 out of 10 on the degree of happiness.
Connecticut has the third highest average life expectancy and is one of the 10 best states for overall health.
Only 7.2% of Connecticut residents have no health insurance, which provides access to the necessary medical services for the aging population.
Connecticut also offers a variety of cultural and comprehensive experiences for the elderly, such as museums, parks, libraries and art events.
According to Caring.com, Delaware is regarded as one of the “happiest and most supportive states for later life”.
The state is ranked in the first 10 countries for general health and happiness, and in the first five for the lowest percentage of people living alone.
Caring.com considered the delaware cost index of “relatively affordable” delaware, which can help residents maintain a “comfortable and independent” living.
Other states were distinguished in these categories, including the North Dakota for the oldest centers of 100,000 populations and Western Virginia for the most affordable cost of living.
Hawaii has the lowest percentage of elderly over 65 years of age living alone, the highest average life expectancy and the highest happy state of happiness.
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