Some questions to ponder:
What type of community do you live in? Do you feel that, if Covid didn't exist, it would be a good fit for you? Why did you choose it?
If you cannot see any way to make a new, different life in Florida, is there any chance you can return to your old community? Perhaps you could then return to some favorite groups or activities. Or would your health and/or Covid make you feel isolated and sad there too?

I am asking these questions because I live half the year in South Texas and half the year in Minnesota. I often meet neighbors, people at church or in my sewing group, who made a permanent relocation; some are happy, others feel regret. While it is not always easy to do, some choose to return to their home area because the transition is too difficult. We have been fortunate to not have to make a choice - we can have both, at least for now. Who knows what may happen in future?

Also, if you are open to being checking out the sewing community, you can send me a private message telling me where you are and I can see if there is a group near you.

I wish you peace as you try to find your next step!
Sue

@kskill39 I just read the reply from @sueinmn. She has raised many points I was thinking of, also. Over the years as a crafty person, I have had to make concessions to hands that no longer can do the fine work I used to. So I "go bigger" or "less detailed" and still feed that creative side of me. You mention you love to write, and there surely are writing groups near you, wherever you are. They can be a marvelous way to make friends and feed your writing style.

If you have a faith community that you attend, there is probably someone who can help you adjust to a new location, within that group. Also, check with Senior Services in your town. As a whole, the state of Florida seems to take an interest in keeping seniors healthy, active, and doing well.
Ginger