Sep 02 2024 10 mins
In this episode of Growing Older Together, Lourdes discusses the experience of loneliness—what it means to feel disconnected and how it can impact our lives. Lourdes will share a listener's story about finding comfort in a new companion and offer straightforward advice on reconnecting with yourself and others. Additionally, she will provide tips for staying safe online as you seek out new connections. Join Lourdes for a conversation on navigating loneliness and finding ways to feel more connected.
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Pets as Companions
- Human Animal Bond Research Institute, https://habri.org/about/
- Importance of Animals Tackling Loneliness One Pet at a Time, https://www.campaigntoendloneliness.org/the-importance-of-animals-tackling-loneliness-one-pet-at-a-time/
- Human Animal Interaction, https://www.waltham.com/news-events/human-animal-interaction/pets-loneliness-during-pandemic
Senior Scam Alert
- U.S. Department of Justice’s Senior Scam Alert, https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/senior-scam-alert.
Support
Eldercare locator, 800-677-1116, https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Resources/Federal_Websites.aspx
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