Social connection is important for older adults’ physical health, mental health and overall quality of life. Yet with COVID-19 and the physical distancing measures in place, older adults are more likely to experience social isolation.
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Supporting connection in later life: Working with older adults to develop a connection plan Events
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New resources: Social connection in later life Forum topic
We've developed two new resources to support social connection in later life.
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Lunch & Learn: Creating safe virtual spaces for marginalized older adults Events
The COVID-19 pandemic response has increased the risk of social isolation for many people. Restrictions on in-person gatherings, the introduction of social “bubbles,” closures of public and commercial gathering-spaces, and the suspension of many community programs have made it hard for people to find connection and community. This is especially for those who live alone or don’t have close friends or family nearby.
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Lakeridge Health launches virtual COVID-19 mental health and addictions clinic Forum topic
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(Webinar) Meeting Social Needs in an Integrated Health System: Social Prescribing During COVID-19 and Beyond Events
On May 27 at 12:30 pm, the Alliance for Healthier Communities and James Sanderson, Director of Personalised Care at NHS England, will be hosting a webinar focused on Social Prescribing.
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Thunder Bay Isolation and Illness Shelters: Protecting Those Most Vulnerable Forum topic
Partners across the community of Thunder Bay, Ontario have worked quickly and expertly to protect those experiencing homelessness from COVID-19. Read more about their innovative approach here:
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Mental Health Works webinar on workplace mental health amid COVID-19 concerns: Isolation and Loneliness Events
In this time of uncertainty and stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mental Health Works is providing a free webinar series to help employees and employers address the impact these circumstances may have on our work and well-being.
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Webinar: Creating conditions for the integration and social belonging of newcomer families Events
In this webinar, Amanda Koyama from Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) will share the organization's experience of working with newcomer families, including school age children affected by trauma (Syrian and Yazidi Refugees), and the multiple systems that were engaged to enhance the provision of services by community resources outside of the traditional school setting.
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The Ministry of Loneliness Forum topic
The Ministry of Loneliness
Sounds like something you might come across in one of the Harry Potter series. However this newly established ministry was formed by UK Prime Minister Theresa May when she noticed the large scale of loneliness that was sweeping across the country.
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