Abstract
Active seniors have attracted attention for serving important roles in helping each other since 2007, when baby boomers began to retire. However, the actual circumstances related to active seniors remain unknown. This study refers to active seniors' real image and conditions in which talented people grow up potentially or apparently. The object of this research is Ushiku City, a typical suburban area with aging residents. Results clarified that people in their 60s who go out about 3-6 times per week and who have a small number of people to socialize with other than family members take part in activities to help each other in the area. Nevertheless, for those who go out 7 or more times per week and for people older than 70 years old, the will to participate in activities tends to be low.
