“There is an alchemy, something incredible, that happens when two people connect and someone knows that they are not alone.” 'The Friendly Calls program matches people over the age of 18 with trained Red Cross personnel who connect with them regularly to check in, provide emotional support, encourage healthy coping strategies, and suggest well-being resources and community connections to other existing services.' [From Canadian Red Cross website .]   Targeting Isolation had t

The psychological experience of loneliness shapes not only our relationships with others, but also with the world around us, and ourselves. The Targeting Isolation Project discusses some key elements of the psychology of loneliness, and what you can do to reach out to someone who may be feeling lonely.

This report is designed to provide those working with older adults as well as older adults and family/friends with information on how to...

Our latest report describes Manitobans aged 55+ on outcomes related to physical health and social well being. Data for this report came...

We have tried to develop a “hub” for people where they can come to one place and learn about all different kinds of services and programs...

CJNU radio’s Frank Stecky talked with Aging Well Together Coalition organizations and other invited organizations about resources and...

"The toughest thing for a lot of people is...getting involved. Walking into a room where you don’t know anybody can be very difficult."

Interview about Let no one Be Alone Campaign

Targeting Isolation asked Stacey Miller, Manager, Community Services, A & O: Support Services for Older Adults about what A & O does and...

Watch our series of short videos on the signs and risk factors of social isolation and loneliness and how to refer people to resource.

Handout for A & O: Support Services for Older Adults