Importance of Social Networking

Social relationships include social networks with spouses, children, friends, neighbors, colleagues and acquaintances, and relationships with community service providers.
Social participation and social support are key factors that affect physical health. Keeping in touch with society, interacting with different people and new things, and having an active social circle can reduce the sense of disconnection among older individuals and help promote a sense of abundance in old age.

Achieve healthy aging.
Use social resources and support to stay active.
Enhance sense of self-esteem, sense of value and belonging.
Gain confidence and satisfaction from the process of interacting and helping others.
Prevent loneliness and functional deterioration, improve mental health and quality of life, and increase lifespan.