New Interactive Resource for Older Adults Reducing the Risk of Social Isolation

In 2017, Statistics Canada reported that 1 in 5 older adults are lonely, felt they lack company, felt abandoned or isolated.

By taking this short, interactive lesson, you will learn the answers to the following questions:

What are the risk factors for social isolation?
Are there specific groups of people who are at greater risk?
What role does a person's mobility play?
What physical and social activities should you be doing?
How can technology be used to expand your social network?
How do age-related conditions such as hearing loss, loss of speech, fear of falling, and incontinence impact a person's ability to participate in social activities?

Meet Zara, discover her risk factors, and learn what changes they made to reduce their risk of social isolation.

(Estimated time to complete - 20 minutes)

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Website Link

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/e-learning/social-isolation-are-you-at-risk

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Published

Sep 10, 2021
Subject Area
- Social Connectedness / Social Isolation
- Information, Referral, & Advocacy
Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Health Authorities
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
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