While social isolation can have serious consequences, there are innovative efforts to foster connection and well-being among older adults.
As our population ages, loneliness has emerged as a pressing public health concern. While social isolation can have serious consequences, there are also innovative efforts to foster connection and well-being among older adults. This panel discussion will explore the complexities of loneliness in the context of aging, sharing creative approaches in how to ease it, and creative ideas on paths forward.
We will be joined by our expert panelists:
- Dr. Rachel Savage – Women’s Age Lab, Women’s College Hospital
- Dr. Will Scott – CEO of the Toronto Public Library Foundation
- Shree Paradkar – William Southam Journalism Fellow (moderator)
This event will be in person and livestreamed via our YouTube channel.
Have questions about this event?
Contact Alyssa Ginsburg, College Events and Social Media Coordinator at aginsburg@masseycollege.ca
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