Baby Boomers are flocking to the internet and the companies that want us as customers are taking notice. From 2007 through 2008 the number of boomers actively using the internet increased roughly 50% according to Forrester Research. With a number of nearly 70 million, we are a group that is gaining a lot of attention as more of us continue to discover the benefits of the internet and social networking.
It is now very easy to stay in touch with friends and family by sharing email, photos, movies and even internet phone service form anywhere in the world that offers internet service. Many seniors are finding these services very effective and rewarding ways to stay involved with children and grandchildren.
In addition to offering a way to shop for just about anything, the internet is also a great resource for social networking with other boomers who share your interests or hobbies. You can find information on health, knitting, golf and nearly anything else you may have an interest in or need for. Social network groups can also be a great source for support and friends, locally as well as globally.
You can find sites for special interest groups simply by doing a google search but just a sample of sites which contain social networking groups are eons.com, facebook.com, and aarp.com.
It might take you a few tries to find the best fit but you’ll find the benefits of social networking are well worth it.
