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Lockdowns are challenging but kids are resilient
Children in Aotearoa New Zealand have displayed strength in the face of adversity according to the world’s largest survey looking at the impact of Covid-19 restrictions on children’s health, wellbeing and education.
Shining a light on loneliness in the Horowhenua
A big thank you to Horowhenua District Council for their media release in support of our ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign. Find out about how the council is supporting work to end loneliness for older and younger people in their community.
The LGBTQ retirees who don’t want to become invisible, again
Margaret Curnow, 71, has friends who have moved into retirement facilities and remain out, especially in Auckland. But she also has friends who hide their sexuality, and that’s something she fears.
Student Volunteer Army calling for help this weekend
The Student Volunteer Army is short of volunteers in Auckland, and need your help to deliver food packages over this weekend.
Online arts programming improves quality of life for isolated seniors
Online arts programming has been helping older people in Newfoundland and Labrador to stay connected during the pandemic.
Christmas appeal: Age Concern Wellington is helping combat loneliness in seniors
Rick Johnston (left) and Denis White have been friends for nearly two years, connecting through Age Concern Wellington’s visiting service.
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