Volunteering May be Good for Your Health

Volunteering
 

According to a recent survey by UnitedHealthcare, American adults who volunteer experience improved health and a sense of well being. According to the survey: "92% of volunteers agree that volunteering enriches their sense of purpose in life."

Volunteering appears to correspond with higher levels of life satisfaction, including a greater sense of meaning and purpose and higher levels of optimism.

You can start your search online at sites such as VolunteerMatch.com, as well as look for opportunities in your community.