MEET THE TEAM
Targeting Isolation is led by Researchers from the University of Manitoba and Brandon University
Verena Menec, PhD
Professor Emerit, Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Manitoba
Nancy Newall, PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Psychology Brandon University
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Rebecca Alexandre
Student Research Assistant,
Department of Psychology Brandon University
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Aging Well Together Coalition
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Targeting Isolation was originally developed as part of the Aging Well Together Coalition which was funded through the Government of Canada's 5-year (2019-2024) New Horizons for Seniors Program. The coalition's objectives were to bring together organizations to promote and facilitate social engagement among adults aged 55+ living in Manitoba. Coalition members offered a range of services focusing on social programming, transportation, physical activity, and outreach to socially isolated individuals. ​​​​​
