Living on Long Island - Something For Every Senior

Long Island truly is one of the best places in the United States to live, especially for senior citizens. It is far enough outside of New York City to have a nice suburban feel, but close enough to the city to have plenty to do. In fact, there is so much to do on the island that there is something for everyone, no matter what your interests and hobbies are.

For the music lover, there are plenty of local concerts. As the spring and summer months approach many concerts are held outdoors in parks and arboretums. A popular summer concert is the New York Philharmonic at Heckscher State Park. There are also concerts for the different holidays throughout the year, including a traditional Irish concert in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. If musical theatre is where your heart belongs, Long Island has plenty of that too. There are so many local theatres that put on outstanding productions. Long Island also has programs that put an educational spin on theatre.

While spending your days at concerts and the theatre can be exhilarating, it can also be tiring. But don't worry - Long Island is also the home to many senior communities where quieter activities are offered daily. For example, the Wyandanch Senior Nutrition Center offers bridge games each day and there is no cost to play. Out in East Hampton, the Senior/Youth Center hosts an arts and crafts session each Thursday and Friday.

When you have had your fun going to concerts, seeing a show, playing bridge, or expressing your creativity, you can exercise your brain by attending one of the many senior educational programs that can be found on Long Island. Many recreation centers offer mah jong games in order to help seniors keep their minds young and fresh. There are also self-help classes which can be beneficial as well. A senior complex in Smithtown hosts a seminar that helps seniors know how to avoid being trapped in a scam that targets their demographic.

In addition to the many organized activities, you can find plenty of things to do on your own when you live on Long Island. There are beaches and parks all over where you can spend a nice day going for a walk or reading a book. You can visit the different historical sites on the island, the aquarium, or go whale watching off the Montauk shore.

No matter how you like to spend your days, you will be able to find activities on Long Island that interest you. Long Island is a great place to live and a great place to spend your golden years.