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Play streets guidelines
Play Street events temporarily restrict vehicle traffic on quiet local streets, so that children and parents can be active, socially connect, and play in their neighbourhood. They are small, resident-led, local events, held on quiet neighbourhood streets during daylight hours.
Online cultural events can benefit lonely older people, study shows
Virtual trips to museums found to foster social inclusion and improve physical and mental wellbeing.
Fishing expeditions in Somerset help elderly with loneliness
A father and daughter have teamed up to offer fishing expeditions to help older people combat isolation and loneliness.
‘A Moment With’ podcast
Voices of Hope co-founder Genvieve Mora spends a moment with kiwis who have experienced mental health challenges, digging into their own lived experience, whilst highlighting the tools and lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Technology is alienating people – and it’s not just those who are older
We take it for granted that technology brings people closer together and improves our access to essential products and services. If you can’t imagine life without your smartphone, it’s easy to forget that people who can’t or don’t want to engage with the latest...
Reducing loneliness is good for older people and wider society too
Lessening the burden of loneliness is a win-win – older New Zealanders will feel a lift to their health and wellbeing and will be much more likely to make an active and valuable contribution to their communities
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