Table 1.
Social Engagement (SE) Index
| Item number | SE index component | Score of 0 | Score of 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Married now | No | Yes |
| 2 | Not live alone now | No | Yes |
| 3 | Play board games, card, bingo | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 4 | Travel 100 miles or more from home | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 5 | Movie, concert | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 6 | Class or adult education | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 7 | Lecture, discussion, or public meeting | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 8 | Church, community, or social activities | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 9 | Frequency of get-together in a typical week (number of times per week) with children or other relatives | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 10 | Frequency of get-together in a typical week (number of times per week) with friends and neighbors | Less than once a week | At least once a week |
| 11 | Work | No | Yes |
| 12 | Volunteering | No | Yes |