Is there any reason why she doesn’t have a job? That is a big social experience. A job could help give purpose, and give opportunity to develop skills.
The suggestion of joining a sports league is a good one my wife and I play volleyball with some of her work friends and their spouses. Gets us together weekly to chat catch up, have a few drinks. It’s been wonderful for getting us out of the house.
Hopefully you can find something to help your wife become more independent.
There is a pretty good one shot with this scenario that I ran with some friends. It was truly groan inducing once they got into the cabin lol.
Here’s a link from where I found the scenario, alongside some additional materials.
I remember having my puppy corgi Turbo when his ears were still floppy. He was the biggest baby, and yet the bravest puppy when something could potentially be a problem for myself and my wife. I’m going to give him lots of hugs for you.
I’m sorry about losing your girl, but I’m sure those were a wonderful 16 years. I don’t look forward to when I lose my best friend…