Facing the reality of getting older and eventually dying is a natural part of the aging process. But we do not have to lose the perspective of finding meaning and purpose in life.
There are several emotional health points that people over 60 may face. These may include:

1.        Adjusting to retirement and the loss of a daily routine
2.        Coping with the loss of loved ones
3.        Managing the demands of caring for us and losing independence
4.        Contemplating one’s own mortality

Joining a support group and staying connected, and finding activities that bring meaning and joy to life, will contribute to our emotional stability.
(See freetime and relationships)

We will work on how to make practical preparations, such as

1. Creating a will and
2. Settling an advance care directive
3. Advance-care options