by Louise Rees | Dec 20, 2021 | Loneliness
Social scientist Kasley Killam of Social Health Labs shares seven research-based tips for looking after your social wellness over the holidays. Listen to Kasley’s Youtube presentation here.
by Louise Rees | Dec 15, 2021 | Loneliness, Stories
Nathalie Norris and Tim Hacker are both keen gardeners who met each other at the Innermost Gardens in Mount Victoria recently: she gardens to keep active while he volunteers at the community garden. Gardeners thrive on getting their hands dirty and communicating with...
by Louise Rees | Dec 7, 2021 | Loneliness
As part of our Light up loneliness campaign, the New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness asked local and regional councils about their work to understand and tackle loneliness. Successful council initiatives to combat loneliness include: Welcome bags with information...
by Louise Rees | Nov 22, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Margaret Curnow, 71, and her partner Lou Brandon plan to stay in their own Wellington homes for as long as they are able. There are lots of reasons: Brandon’s home is filled with her art collection, and a fabulous kitchen. Curnow’s biggest motivator is...
by Louise Rees | Nov 16, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Online arts programming has been helping older people in Newfoundland and Labrador to stay connected during the pandemic. The 8-session programme was found to enhance quality of life for those who took part. Feedback from one participant was, “The artist was...
by Louise Rees | Nov 11, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
An article in The Conversation discusses the risks and benefits of online connection for LGBTQ youth.
