“Eat healthy, exercise and find a compatible companionship that will share some of your interests. Friends are an important part of fulfilling retirement and don’t depend on the younger generation to fulfill your needs.” Peggy, retired member and former Public Health Nurse.
“Know your body and take care of it. If anything seems not right – see you health care provider as soon as possible. Don’t panic, but don’t put it off either. Just be active. Don’t sit around and think about things too long.” Sharon, 66, retired member and former HR Officer.
"Don't put off going on trips or doing things you enjoy because you may not always have the health to do them. Build memories today." Steve, 49, retired police officer
"Keep active. Don't become a couch potato." Ron, 59, retired Police Officer
"If you need to lose weight, do so. Get into a regular exercise regime. Local community associations have all sorts of programs, use them!" Mary, 61, retired member and former School Administration Assistant
"Have an annual physical. Be knowledgeable about your own body and ask questions." Patricia, 74, retired member and former Committee Secretary
"Look beyond the medical benefits provided by your company." George, 61, retired member and former Platoon Chief Fire Fighter
"Retire while you are healthy. Waiting until you are ill and cannot work also means you cannot enjoy what you have worked for." Brian, 58, retired member and former Police Superintendent
"Quit smoking and lose the gut." Christian, 49, retired member and former Constable
"Keep fit. Keep your dental health up. Being healthy has been my biggest asset." Mary, 59, retired member and former Head Secretary
"Annual check-ups at your doctor, exercise and healthy foods." Leo, 62, retired member and former Chief Design Engineer
"Keep going to your grandchildren’s and play with them – they will keep you young. Do not sleep too long each day. Take part in every activity you get invited to as long as you can." Ernie, 59, retired member and former Bus Operator
"Take responsibility for your own health and wellness. It's better – and easier – to keep and enhance the level of wellness you currently have rather than wait until you are diagnosed with an illness and try to recover. Prevention is the key to optimal health and longevity." Wayne, 51, retired member and former Engineering Technologist
"[Take] a good walk every day." Wayne, 59, retired member
"Be aware of your [insurance] coverage; look for charge cards that provide travel and health insurance." Philip, 60, retired member and former Chaplain
"Go for yearly medical check-ups. If you try to act as your own physician, just remember it's similar to being your own lawyer: You still HAVE A FOOL FOR A CLIENT!" Bern, 69, retired member and former Electronic Maintenance Worker
"Be afraid of becoming a ‘retired couch potato.’ Have decisive goals for keeping physically active, perhaps even more so since more time is now available." Richard, 53, retired member and former Director of Administration
"Don't ever say ‘I wish I had . . .’ In other words, don't go there. Keep a healthy lookout for the moment – all the time. Good mental health and a happy lookout are needed to enjoy retirement and life." Jean, 57, retired member and former Manager