by Louise Rees | Sep 23, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media, Stories
Brian Jarvie moved to Whitianga from Christchurch after the earthquakes. An article in The Informer tells of how Brian has been welcomed into his new community, has formed a friendship with a volunteer visitor from Age Concern, and become an integral member of his...
by Louise Rees | Sep 16, 2021 | Loneliness
Loneliness at work has become an increasingly hot topic during the pandemic. An insightful blog by Indian author, columnist and management consultant Abhijit Bhaduri discusses the question of loneliness within work teams, and what to do about it.
by Louise Rees | Sep 16, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Olivia Laing, author of The Lonely City writes about the importance of cherishing friendships, despite the difficulties created by lockdowns. After finally meeting face to face with a friend she writes, “We laughed, shared family news, told each other the things...
by Louise Rees | Sep 16, 2021 | Loneliness
An Australian Journal of Pharmacy opinion piece discusses how we need to nourish our social biome, just as we do our gut biome, and that social health clinics in community pharmacies offer one solution. Read the article here.
by Louise Rees | Sep 8, 2021 | Loneliness, Stories
Lilian, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease, sings at home alone and lonely, until Michael, himself suffering mental health challenges, joins a volunteer group phoning the elderly for company. Keep Calling is a beautiful short film about their story from Season 5 of...
by Louise Rees | Aug 30, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
An Otago Daily Times article gives service provider perspectives on how contact with older people has changed since the first Covid-19 lockdown. Read the article here.
