by Louise Rees | Mar 15, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Tauranga social gerontologist Carole Gordon says New Zealand needs to restore social connectedness for our Elders who are anxiously limiting their lives because they fear COVID-19. Read about her research here.
by Louise Rees | Mar 15, 2021 | News Media, Stories
Citizens Advice Bureau is celebrating its 50th year in New Zealand. Two volunteers from different generations tell about their experiences of volunteering for CAB. Read the article here.
by Louise Rees | Mar 8, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media, Stories
A podcast by Jessie Chiang explores the social and emotional impact of multiple lockdowns in Auckland. Listen to the podcast here.
by Louise Rees | Feb 12, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media, Stories
This Guardian story reports findings from an Australian research study into experiences of older migrants during the pandemic.
by Louise Rees | Feb 10, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Members of the Tapawera Mothers’ Group meet every Friday morning at the Tapawera Playcentre. Read more about how the group provides purpose, company, and nurturing for new mums.
by Louise Rees | Feb 1, 2021 | News Media
Andrea Hall, left, moved in with Eileen Bell in mid-July as part of a ‘homeshare’ scheme that has enabled the 98-year-old to remain in her home of 22 years, and maintain her social connections. Journalist Ben Bathgate tells their story here.
