I think developing a habit of daily (or at least regular) engagement with something is important ... whether that something be a job, volunteer work, a hobby, exercise--whatever, isn't as important. Volunteer work is good in that it looks very much like Job Experience on a résumé ... is, in fact, work experience.

While you're keeping your eyes open for Opportunity, keep busy. Turn out product with your old Adobe. It's still product, still demonstrates what you're capable of, even if it isn't cutting-edge. Doing the best you can with what you have both demonstrates that you're a pragmatist & shows that you've been in the field for awhile.