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Social engagement improves life among residents in assisted living

Does it matter if social connections occur inside or outside an assisted living residence? An analysis of information from 150 residents in assisted living, average age 82.8 years, found that residents with more severe functional disability received significant psychological benefit from interpersonal contacts and social activity within the facility.

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