On January 21, the Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council (ESCC) submitted a concept proposal for a project to increase the social inclusion of seniors in Edmonton to the New Horizons for Seniors [...]
Being able to respond to shifting landscapes allows program interventions to be adapted so they can be more impactful and effective in reaching a collective goal. The Edmonton Seniors [...]
Using labels, creating boundaries, identifying insiders and outsiders is the stuff of sense making. Without these parameters, our lives lack definition and feel chaotic. But when we hold too [...]
We all know the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words. In the case of a complex issue such as seniors social isolation, a picture can help explain the myriad factors that may lead to [...]
For many seniors who live alone, the shorter daylight hours we experience at this time of year can increase the risk of becoming withdrawn and isolated. Here are some ideas to help you manage the [...]
Isolation is a risk factor for abuse and is also a result of abuse that becomes deeper and more profound as the abuse escalates. [1] Isolation and abuse are important social issues in our [...]
Social isolation rarely happens because of just one life event or situation. People are resilient. We overcome obstacles thrown in our way. But sometimes when we’re faced with a combination of [...]