Staying in isolation due to COVID-19 means older adults remain cut off from friends and extended family. Mental health experts are concerned about mental an emotional challenges facing our seniors. If you are a senior who needs someone to talk to there are people you can trust who are ready and willing to answer your call. They hope you'll reach out.
Help seniors win the mental health battle during isolation
Need help getting into video chat technologies? Check out these guides from Apple, Microsoft and Zoom.
How to use Facetime with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
How do I get started with Skype
Resources:
AARP Foundation's Connect2Affect: https://connect2affect.org/
AARP Coronavirus landing page: www.aarp.org/coronavirus
Community Connections: www.aarpcommunityconnections.org/
UCCS Aging Center (Mental health clinic for older adults): https://www.uccs.edu/healthcircle/aging-center
For Seniors Fighting Grief or Depression, Friendship Line is a Listening Ear:
https://www.ioaging.org/services/all-inclusive-health-care/friendship-line
Hotline: (800) 971 0016