1. What it should mean to you…
Social Wellness
What it should mean to you…

2. The Wellness Concept
Wellness is an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a more successful existence.
Process means that improvement is always possible.
Aware means that we are continuously seeking more information about how we can improve.
Choices means that we consider a variety of options and select those in our best interest.
Success is determined by each individual to be their collection of life accomplishments.

3. Dimensions of Wellness
Social
Emotional
Environmental
Physical
Intellectual
Vocational
Spiritual

4. Dimensions of Social Wellness
Social Wellness is engaging in social activities that encourages positive relationships and good communication skills within the community .
Examples:
A person may have interactions with the community, but still remain selfish.
A person who is isolated is 3x more likely to be susceptible to diseases or illnesses.
A person who has a strong social network can create a good mood and enhance self-esteem.

5. Being Social Involves creating positive relationships with others.
Touching, stroking, and hugging can improve overall health.
Laughter is good medicine.
Being social is closely intertwined with your emotions, physical fitness, and mentality.

6. How to Achieve Social Wellness
Practice self disclosure
Get to know your personal needs and pursue them
Contact and make an effort to speak with family and friends who are supportive in your life
Join a club or organization

7. What impacts Social wellness?
Community
Positive Interactions
Enjoy Being with Others
Develop/Build Friendships
Care for Others
Your Self
Know Your Needs
Connect with Others
Make an effort to talk to others
Join Clubs/Volunteer

8. Physiological Response
The following conditions of the body are positively affected by being socially well:
Increases
-Immunoglobulin A
-Positive Emotions
Decreases
-Stress & Depression
-Cholesterol

9. Social Activities at GVS
Shuffleboard Play
Lunch Bunch
Diners Club
Exercise Classes
Bridge
Birthday Dinner
Pinochle
Billiards
Musical Recordings
Euchre
Bus Trips