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Many seniors read, because it is an activity that does not require them to be mobile and is something they can do at their convenience while in the comfort of their own homes. While decline of eyesight may present a challenge, there are ways that seniors can get the same benefits; by purchasing large-print books or books on CD.

For seniors, books can become both a form of entertainment and an escape. Without leaving their homes, they can become engrossed in stories that take them away from the problems of their day-to-day lives. Reading a fictional story allows seniors to use their imaginations and exercise their minds. Non-fictional publications allow seniors to learn about current affairs and more while expanding their vocabulary, utilizing memory skills and generally improving their cognitive function.

A book or article that a senior has read can also be a good conversation starter when attending a social event. By engaging in discussions and debate with other people who have read the same piece, seniors are strengthening their minds by using problem-solving skills and demonstrating their comprehension.

It’s great for seniors to focus as well on publications that are specifically directed towards their demographic. This helps them inform themselves about important elder issues, individual’s reflections upon the aging process, and the generation’s perspective on today’s world.

For a list of magazines for seniors, visit the Yahooo! Directory, and learn about good fictional and non-fictional books by visiting SuddenlySenior.com.

Sources: http://dir.yahoo.com/Society_and_Culture/Cultures_and_Groups/Seniors/Magazines/
http://seniorwriter.blogspot.com/2008/06/poetry-especially-for-seniors-book.html
http://www.suddenlysenior.com/books2004.html