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Being widowed might not be part of your retirement plans. After all, having extra time to enjoy life with your partner or spouse is one of the benefits of retirement life. However, all those grieving about their lost spouse can be comforted with the idea of not having to spend their retirement by themselves. There are many ways through which you can experience life without having to alter the love you shared with your spouse. Some of the best ways to enjoy your retirement life in an assisted living facility after being widowed are discussed below.

Start With Your Finances 

You and your spouse may have carefully planned to live on a fixed income in your retirement years. In an assisted living community, you can ensure that your planning pays off. Your financial advisor can help you with certain tricks to make a foolproof budget. Your financial advisor will also be able to help you find out ways to best use money that you may get from Social Security or the pension of your spouse.

Continue Traditions 

Even though keeping up with the seasonal or daily traditions that you shared with your spouse might feel sad and depressing, continuing with these traditions might help you feel connected to your partner or spouse. You can travel to your favorite vacation spots and continue with your favorite hobbies whenever you wish.

Try New Things 

It might feel overwhelming to face retirement alone. You can work on improving your self-confidence, firstly by moving out of your safe haven. Attempt things you have not even thought of ever doing in life. This is because trying something new can lead to new memories, connections, and experiences which can help make you happy and can offer a new purpose to your life. This does not essentially mean you must try doing new things without any company.

Make Connections 

Older adults requiring skilled nursing facility care are already vulnerable to health issues and complications that can arise from feelings of loneliness. Losing a partner or spouse can enhance feelings of loneliness and loss. Even though it is impossible to replace the connection that you and your spouse shared, you can always find connections with your friends. Finding new friends in your retirement life in an assisted living community does not need to be difficult. You can make connections by sharing experiences. You can attend a book club, or attend an outdoor music concert with your neighbors to make new friends.