Social Isolation & Loneliness

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This page is dedicated to information and resources about Social Isolation and Loneliness and will be updated regularly. 

RESOURCES

  • According to a report published by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM), nearly 25% of adults aged 65 and older are considered lonely and socially isolated. To read the full report on what senior groups face the highest isolation risk, click HERE
  • Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging (WIHA) has resources about social isolation and loneliness including a Self-Evaluation to identify your level of connection, National and Wisconsin Resources. Click HERE to be directed to the WIHA website.