Environmentalism is Universal

There are many physical, mental, social, ethnic, and socioeconomic factors that can affect a person, especially as they age into later life. One large issue that many elderly individuals face is dealing with some physical and cognitive decline in themselves and others. This is a universal issue. Overall, individuals who have inquisitive minds and positive approaches towards life and their endeavors are better off overall than those who posses passive or negative attitudes towards life and the world around them. 
Being environmentally conscious is a great way to help stimulate the mind and body. From reading the news, to participating in beach (local habitat) clean ups, and from turning off lights, to replacing plastic bottles with a reusable canteen for water—every person, young and old, has the capacity to make a difference in their own life, and lessen their negative footprint on the world.

The environment is blind whom or what is affecting it, and whom or what it affects. The environment does not see species, gender, ethnicity, religion, or social status. Since there is so much about our world that we cannot change immediately, we must focus on those day-to-day changes one can make in order to make the world a better, more hospitable place. Making these small changes will benefit all people, especially those who may be weaker and more susceptible to harm or illness, like the elderly populations of the world.