This is critical. Participating in activities entails costs. You have to be able to travel and pay for the activity. So there are costs, but we know that seniors who stay active derive enormous benefits from their activities. This has very positive consequences for their long-term health, unlike poverty, which creates a form of isolation. The isolation of seniors who can't afford to socialize or participate in activities clearly has consequences and can lead to cognitive disorders, among other things.
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