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1 | Welcome to the Social Isolation, Loneliness, and Connection (SILC) Intervention Catalog! This comprehensive catalog serves as a valuable resource for individuals and organizations seeking solutions to enhance social well-being and build more connected communities. Each intervention is listed on a seperate row with more information about the solution, how the solution addresses SILC, and how you can get in contact with the solutions team! You can also use the search function to find specific interventions or keywords. We hope you find this catalog informative and inspiring as you explore innovative approaches to combatting social isolation and loneliness. For more information or questions, please contact info@social-connection.org | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | What is the intervention type? | What is the name of the intervention? | Company/organization name | What is the primary outcome? | What is the intervention's intended mode of dissemination? | What is the scope of the intervention's impact? | More details about the service or solution. | How does the solution address social isolation, loneliness, and social connection? | Target Populations | Example of the work in action. | |||||||||||||||
3 | Product | KinCapsule | Crimson Productions Ltd | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Phone, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | KinCapsule® is an AgeTech & FamTech platform purpose-built with the necessary digital tools to create, organize, structure, preserve and share an authentic life story and legacy. Through the magic of storytelling, we drive meaningful and intergenerational social connection, combat isolation & loneliness and empower people with privacy, content ownership and with full ownership of their data and content. | Through the magic of storytelling, our life story & legacy platform serves as a potent antidote to social isolation and loneliness by fostering authentic social connections. KinCapsule is safe, trusted and creative digital space empowering people to document and share their life experiences, personal stories, and wisdom, transcending physical barriers. Acting as a bridge between generations and cultures, we connect people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This intergenerational exchange of stories cultivates empathy, understanding, and a sense of belonging. The act of self authoring and preserving one's legacy, through storytelling, infuses a profound sense of purpose. Users find solace in leaving a digital footprint for future generations, enhancing their perceived impact on the world. This purpose-driven engagement counteracts feelings of isolation by reaffirming a person's significance in a wider tapestry. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | daniel@kincapsule.com | |||||||||||||||
4 | Product | Connect. 100 Ways to Create Happiness in Your Life | Collectively | Social connection | In-person, Hybrid, Video | Solution that individual can use on their own | Connect. 100 Ways to Create Happiness in Your Life is a workbook designed to address the Social Influences of Mental Health. The activities in the book can be completed alone, with a helping professional, or in a group with a facilitator. The goal is to provide actionable items that everyone can use to increase their social connection, social support, social capital, manage social media, and expand social inclusion. The book can be stand alone, shared with families to use together or implemented as part of an online/in person group activity. | Connect. 100 Ways to Create Happiness in Your Life is a workbook that educates about the five social influences of mental health including social connection, social support, social capital, social media, and social inclusion. The workbook includes tangible tools that can be used to assess the current status and expand each of these areas. the workbook can be used as a solo activity, parents can complete with their children, teachers can use it in their classrooms, or facilitators can manage a process with a group of youth. Utilizing this workbook will result in awareness of how to connect as well as actual tools to intentionally become further connected. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_v9nJlVvKFs | julie@collectivelyus.org | ||||||||||||||
5 | Product | Kinsome - AI powered family connection platform | Kinsome | Social connection | Virtually | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Kinsome is a revolutionary digital platform designed to bridge the generational gap and foster stronger relationships between grandparents and grandchildren. In a world where family bonds are challenged by factors like increased mobility and technological distractions, Kinsome steps in as the solution. At its core, Kinsome is about making connections effortless and enjoyable. The heart of this innovative platform is Kinzey, a friendly AI chatbot specially trained to facilitate conversations between kids and their grandparents. Kinzey's mission is to make sharing moments, stories, and laughter a delightful experience for both generations. Kinsome understands the busy lives of families today, and that's why it offers asynchronous communication. This means that children and grandparents can engage in conversations at their own pace, without being constrained by time or distance. It's all about convenience and accessibility, ensuring that bonding moments are never missed. What sets Kinsome apart is its ability to create memorable experiences. By encouraging open and meaningful dialogues, Kinsome becomes a conduit for the exchange of family stories, traditions, and wisdom. It turns everyday interactions into cherished memories. In a nutshell, Kinsome is a digital companion that strengthens family ties by making it fun and easy for kids to connect with their grandparents. It's a tool that rekindles the joy of sharing and learning from one another, ensuring that these precious bonds not only endure but flourish in our fast-paced world. With Kinsome, generations are brought closer, one heartwarming exchange at a time. | Kinsome addresses the pervasive issue of loneliness and enhances social connections by serving as a vital bridge between generations. In today's fast-paced world, where physical distances and busy lives often hinder family interactions, Kinsome offers a unique solution. First and foremost, Kinsome combats loneliness by revitalizing the grandparent/grandchild bond. It recognizes that loneliness isn't limited to one age group but affects both the younger and older generations. By providing a platform for meaningful, regular communication, Kinsome helps fill the emotional void that loneliness creates. The asynchronous nature of Kinsome's communication is a key feature in tackling loneliness. It allows children and grandparents to engage at their convenience, removing the barriers of time and place. This flexibility encourages consistent interaction, fostering emotional connection and reducing feelings of isolation. Kinsome's AI chatbot, Kinzey, plays a pivotal role in promoting social connection. Kinzey is designed to make conversations enjoyable and engaging, turning everyday updates into exciting exchanges. By transforming sharing into a fun and interactive experience, Kinzey encourages more frequent and meaningful communication. Moreover, Kinsome encourages storytelling and the exchange of family histories. This not only brings joy to grandparents but also provides opportunities for children to learn about their roots and connect with their heritage, adding depth to their relationships. In summary, Kinsome addresses loneliness by rejuvenating intergenerational connections and enhancing social bonds. It offers a platform that makes communication easy, enjoyable, and accessible, ensuring that families stay connected, even in today's fast-paced and often isolating world. | Elementary school students, Adults, Older adults | ashley@kinsome.com | |||||||||||||||
6 | Program | Well Connected & Well Connected Español | Front Porch | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, Phone, Video | Solution that individual can use on their own | The Well Connected programs (English and Spanish) bring people together to explore, learn, and share experiences by phone or online. Older adults from across the United States build meaningful connections with others through hundreds of classes, activities, conversations, games, and support groups that are available 365 days a year. Since 2004, Well Connected has been a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating a safe and accessible space for older adults of all walks of life to engage as participants and/or as group facilitators in the program. | The Well Connected programs intervene against isolation and loneliness by leveraging the interests and skills of older adults as their own guide to social connectivity. Older adults have the opportunity to participate in the program and/or volunteer their time as group facilitators. Recent participant evaluation shows that the participants in the Well Connected programs feel more socially connected and less lonely because of the program/s. | Older adults | Audrey, Well Connected Participant and Facilitator says, “Well Connected offers such an array of groups and activities and has something that sparks creativity in so many areas - physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of my life. From special topics, games, support groups, music, poetry, language studies, art presentations, armchair travel and spiritual experiences, I have the opportunity to grow, explore, and learn in new ways. It keeps my mind sharp and hungry for stimulation. It encourages discussion, new ways of thinking, and opens up the world to me that is beyond my reach. I enjoy the relationships and community I find there. It is so wonderful to be engaged, connected, and inspired by the programs and topics! When I participate in this program, it makes me feel alive and informed and inspired to do things I may not normally do like try my hand at writing poetry, learning a new language, reading a new genre, exploring the practice of yoga and meditation, studying about a new culture, trying a new hobby...and so many other creative pursuits which in the end, help keep me healthy in mind, body and spirit!” | acarroll@frontporch.net | ||||||||||||||
7 | Program | Social Call | Front Porch | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, Phone, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Social Call is an intergenerational friendly visiting program. Launched in 2009, Social Call aims to increase social connection and decrease loneliness among older adults. Older adults (60 years +) and volunteers (18+) are matched one-to-one, by phone or video, throughout the United States. Social Call has develop a match-making tool that includes a skilled assessment of the older adult recipient and volunteer; Social Call’s match-making method fosters a place where mutual collaboration happens, where counterparts in the match have the delight of being affirmed in their human experience. Social Call’s thoughtful approach leads to long-term bonds, increased social connection, and decreased loneliness – for lives better lived. Program staff speak English, Spanish, and Tagalog. | Social Call decreases the impacts of social isolation in older populations through an individual and community-level intervention that is focused on inclusivity, social connections, and resiliency. Social Call leverages the interests and skills of older adults as their own guide to social connectivity. Older adults have the opportunity to participate in the program as a recipient and/or volunteer and most matches last well over the minimum 6 months. Recent evaluation demonstrates that Social Call participants feel more socially connected and less lonely because of the program. | Older adults | "[My volunteer is] a lot of fun to talk with. He's a really nice person. I’ve become a chatterbox. I’m so lucky to be a part of a supportive community.” | socialcall@frontporch.net | ||||||||||||||
8 | Service | Tellegacy | Tellegacy | Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Phone | Solution for a whole community | The Solution is for individual, or for whole community. Tellegacy: University students, known as Legacy Builders, connect with older adults living in-home, or in retirement communities, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities via in-person, phone or through virtual visits. The discussions focus on building rapport and providing a sense of hope, while also allowing the older adult to impart wisdom and share stories of their past with the students. A digital or physical legacy book is provided back to the older adult at the end of the sessions. | We are a bridge-building organization, training University students in healthcare-related fields about social connection, providing social connection for older adults, and giving nonprofit organizations community between University students, older adults, and their staff. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, Underserved communities | https://youtu.be/4BwBkne6t7w | jeremy.holloway@tellegacy.com | ||||||||||||||
9 | Program | Cooperative Learning | University of Oregon | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution for a whole community | Cooperative learning is a small-group instructional technique that places the student at the center of their own learning, encouraging ownership, responsibility, and leadership while collaborating with peers. Cooperative learning has a set of lesson design standards that ensure that each student has a specific role in the group, that group members are incentivized to support one another, that social skills are scaffolded and reinforced during the lesson, and that the group conducts a guided reflection when the lesson is complete. When implemented with fidelity to these standards, cooperative learning lessons enhance student engagement, achievement, and positive peer relations. Teachers also endorse the value of small-group instruction as an effective approach that empowers them to respond effectively to the challenge of differentiated academic and social needs of students in heterogeneous classroom settings. Cooperative learning can be used in any academic subject at any grade level from preschool to graduate school. For more information on the concepts underlying cooperative learning, see https://www.theconversation.com/small-group-learning-can-mitigate-the-effects-of-school-closures-but-only-if-teachers-use-it-well-170701 | Cooperative learning is able to intervene in peer social processes and generate more positive interactions by establishing positive interdependence among students during learning activities. In such a context, each student can gain personally from the success of others in their group. At the same time, cooperative learning must also ensure individual accountability such that each group member will be evaluated for their contribution to the success of the group. Finally, cooperative learning also requires the explicit development of collaborative social skills through scaffolding, observation, and reinforcement during the lesson, and guided post-lesson processing of group performance after the lesson is completed. Research demonstrates that when these essential design elements are established, the quality of peer interaction improves, and students are more likely to promote the success of one another through mutual assistance, emotional support, and the sharing of ideas and resources through discourse and modeling. The positive social interactions that arise from small-group instruction, in turn, encourage more positive peer relations and create a context in which social-emotional skills can be acquired experientially during standard academic instruction. Finally, more positive peer relations can create a more inclusive and equitable school climate, which reduces student stress, improves mental health, and reduces disparities based upon race/ethnicity and disability status. For more information, see https://medium.com/@markv_13139/addressing-prejudice-and-building-racial-equity-in-schools-31ad34eee683 | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students | https://www.blueprintsprograms.org/programs/1527999999/cooperative-learning/ | markv@uoregon.edu | ||||||||||||||
10 | Program | VOA|ReST | Volunteers of America | Social connection | Virtually | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | VOA|ReST is a free, confidential group process that supports emotional resilience in people struggling with isolation, fatigue, frustration, anxiety, and a sense of inadequacy or failure. Sessions of up to ten participants are scheduled nearly every day, for an hour. People may attend alone or with others they trust. Peer facilitators guide the conversations, and as participants share difficult experiences and listen to each other, they feel understood, empathize with others, and recover a sense of commitment and gratitude for their relationships and work. VOA|ReST is open to everyone and has been customized for frontline healthcare, older adult, veteran, and first responder groups so that participants can choose the peer group that fits best for their situation. Developed using best practices of its evidence-based Resilience Strength Training program for veterans, VOA|ReST meetings are ideal for anyone looking to connect virtually in small groups with others that have similar lived experience. Visit: https://www.voa.org/services/voa-rest-virtual-support/ to learn more and schedule a session. | VOA|ReST allows individuals to connect with peers that have similar lived experience in order to relieve stress, share experiences, and build resilience. The virtual, small group sessions allow access to connection with others without the need to travel to a specific location. The program is free, does not require that attendees commit to more than 1 hour, can be accessed as often or sporadically as participants want, and is available at times that work best for the participants. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans | Watch a short video about the VOA|ReST program here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVFeWU_W-co&t=2s | rest@voa.org | ||||||||||||||
11 | Program | Gifts for Seniors | Gifts for Seniors | Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | 100 word agency summary: Gifts for Seniors provides inclusive programs to alleviate the devastating health impacts of social isolation for over 7,000 older adults annually. We are in Minneapolis and serve nine counties in the Twin Cities metro area of Minnesota. Recipients represent 16 cultural and ethnic communities. 100% are low-income or on a fixed budget due to age or disability and 96% identify as having limited social opportunities. Our programs include basic needs (clothing, linens, appliances, medical/household/personal hygiene supplies, mind-sharpening activities, winter gear, etc.), food stability, cards & the arts, social visits, aging services navigation & referrals, tech devices and digital literacy education. 100 word Tablets for Seniors program summary: Gifts for Seniors’ Digital Equity & Inclusion initiative connects homebound older adults with mobility and transportation challenges to online social engagement opportunities. Currently the program provides tablets for those unable to afford one and connections to affordable wi-fi internet. However, we know that devices and internet service alone are not enough to inclusively bridge the digital divide. Our next goal is to provide digital literacy education and ongoing support for those in need. Funding is requested to support this critical program expansion in best efforts to inspire human connection and increase the quality of life for thousands of older adults. | 100 word agency summary: Gifts for Seniors provides inclusive programs to alleviate the devastating health impacts of social isolation for over 7,000 older adults annually. We are in Minneapolis and serve nine counties in the Twin Cities metro area of Minnesota. Recipients represent 16 cultural and ethnic communities. 100% are low-income or on a fixed budget due to age or disability and 96% identify as having limited social opportunities. Our programs include basic needs (clothing, linens, appliances, medical/household/personal hygiene supplies, mind-sharpening activities, winter gear, etc.), food stability, cards & the arts, social visits, aging services navigation & referrals, tech devices and digital literacy education. 100 word Tablets for Seniors program summary: Gifts for Seniors’ Digital Equity & Inclusion initiative connects homebound older adults with mobility and transportation challenges to online social engagement opportunities. Currently the program provides tablets for those unable to afford one and connections to affordable wi-fi internet. However, we know that devices and internet service alone are not enough to inclusively bridge the digital divide. Our next goal is to provide digital literacy education and ongoing support for those in need. Funding is requested to support this critical program expansion in best efforts to inspire human connection and increase the quality of life for thousands of older adults. | Older adults | "It is due to support like yours that we are able to help our neighborhood elderly remain not only healthy, but safely and comfortably in their homes rather than early nursing home placement." Chris Langer, North-End South Como Block Nurse Program "Gifts for Seniors is a wonderful charity. Not only do the forgotten seniors receive gifts, but also a personal visit from someone. Sometimes, the visit is worth more than the gift. If your company is looking for a new program to support and give back to, please consider Gifts for Seniors. It is one of our most treasured events." - Tracie Baumann, Operations Accounting Manager at Wells Fargo Insurance Services | carolyn@giftsforseniors.org | ||||||||||||||
12 | Product | RE-CONNECT | RE-CONNECT | Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | RE-CONNECT is a social enterprise committed to fostering genuine human connections through a range of tools, stories, and experiences. At its core is the inaugural offering: Conversation Cards for Deeper Connections. This innovative tool serves as a catalyst for profound conversations, forging stronger bonds and nurturing expanded relationships. The RE-CONNECT Conversation Cards deck comprises 50 thought-provoking questions designed to rekindle the delight of meaningful human interaction, while cultivating happiness and well-being in relationships. With carefully curated queries spanning three levels of depth, RE-CONNECT facilitates authentic conversations in a manner that is both inclusive and easily accessible. Ideal for gatherings among friends, family, partners, or even acquaintances, RE-CONNECT is characterized by its lightweight, travel-friendly design, making it perfect for social interactions, whether one-on-one or in small groups. Engaging with RE-CONNECT cards reveals the universal truth that, deep down, we all share the same human essence. | RE-CONNECT takes a multi-faceted approach to address social isolation, loneliness, and foster social connections. Through our innovative conversational card game, we facilitate meaningful interactions that transcend surface-level conversations. A significant aspect of our impact stems from the 'Community Connection Program,' supported by 10% of our profits. This program enables us to organize workshops and talks for various community groups, company teams, and events, offering unique connection experiences using RE-CONNECT cards as a tool. At our core, we are not just a product but a social enterprise with a dedicated focus on making a positive impact. We believe in weaving tighter bonds within communities. Our mission, 'Meaningful relationships for healthier lives,' reflects our commitment to individual and population health, community safety, resilience, and overall prosperity. By combining product innovation with impactful experiences, RE-CONNECT is pioneering a new way to tackle social isolation and loneliness, creating spaces for genuine connections that contribute to the well-being and vitality of individuals and communities alike. | High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Here is some of the things people have reflected on once playing RE-CONNECT at our community experiences - https://www.reconnect.global/pages/full-feels | human@reconnect.global | ||||||||||||||
13 | Product | Uchi - Real conversations. Real connections. | Uchi, LLC | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually | Solution for a whole community | Uchi is a unique social app dedicated to nurturing genuine connections through private Q&A conversations. It’s different from conventional social platforms because nothing is made public, and it uses only the power of written communication, setting it apart from traditional "social media." Rooted in the Japanese word "in-group," Uchi fosters meaningful interactions, particularly with those who matter most in your life. Users answer questions from our vast database and exclusively engage with their Uchi friends. On Uchi, you can only read your friends' answers and comments and only if you've answered that question first. This means two-way communication is built into its operation, which supports stronger relationships compared to other social and group messaging platforms. Uchi emphasizes "guided" communication rather than random posts, so every conversation starts with a more substantive question than "How are things?" or "How about this weather?" The app offers a free version where users can access our uchiTopics of questions. Additionally, there’s a fee-based uchiTribe feature that enables leaders to create private groups for focused discussions lasting about 1-2 weeks, with leaders creating the guiding questions. These invitation-only tribes can be repeated with different in- or out-of-network members and questions to continuously improve relationships and well-being in families, schools, businesses, across generations, and more. In just a few minutes per day, Uchi serves as an intentional activity to facilitate genuine connections, nurture mental and emotional health, and improve behaviors. Plus, it's just fun! | Every person longs to feel seen, heard, and understood by those closest to them. It lets us know we matter and are valued. Regular, two-way interaction with substance, deepens our connection, instilling greater love and belonging, which are basic human needs. Without our close connections, our health suffers and we experience emotional pain, often attempting to ease through our behaviors. Uchi is a private social platform facilitating “guided” conversations with your most important people. Through written, asynchronous communication, users journal answers to questions (encouraging inner reflection which is therapeutic) before sharing with only “their Uchi” or “in-group”. This activity, like letter-writing and pen pals, nurtures emotional bonds across any distance. As a dedicated mobile app, Uchi ensures continuous connectivity regardless of time and geographical location, combating isolation at-scale. Loneliness occurs within a home, relationships, schools, and workplaces, but Uchi jumpstarts discussions using a variety of questions. The answers and comments you offer are accessible solely by “your Uchi '' or UchiTribe and it’s often easier to share in writing than when speaking. Remarkably, feeling heard, understood, and valued leads to swift improvements in health and behavior, as evidenced by Uchi's research. Uchi isn't therapy or a platform for revealing deep secrets; it facilitates meaningful written conversations that foster genuine listening and connection, without being face-to-face. Uchi uses today’s technology to mend hearts and nurture souls. Together, we prove that no one needs to face loneliness and isolation ever again. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | - Uchi was proven to strengthen relationships and improve depression in college students (published research). - Uchi quickly showed improvements in virtual learning, attendance, on-camera engagement, class participation, in public schools. - Uchi has dramatically improved team building, connection, culture, and engagement in businesses. - Uchi improved relationships and behaviors in families in the juvenile court system. - Dozens of testimonials giving thanks to Uchi’s ability to strengthen relationships, social connection, loneliness, and isolation on a global scale. | kevin@uchiconnection.com | ||||||||||||||
14 | Service | Papa Pals | Papa | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution that individual can use on their own | Papa is creating a new kind of care, built on human connection. Across the country, health plans and employers look to Papa to provide vital social support by pairing older adults and families with Papa Pals, vetted and empathetic companions, who provide a helping hand and an open ear. Papa Pals meet member needs that promote health, but are non-medical in nature, such as transportation (e.g., to/from doctor’s appointments or the grocery store), light housework, technology assistance, caregiving support, and, of course, social interaction. Since its founding, Papa has facilitated more than 2.3 million visits between its members and Papa Pals, across 7,300+ cities—a geographical footprint that allows it to serve 80% of the U.S. population. | Papa Pals bring vital support and human connection right to a person’s front door when they need it. They gain access to members’ homes and hearts, and often come from the same community as the members they serve. Their ability to understand cultural nuances, speak the same language, and show up for their members consistently over time helps to build trust and lasting relationships, resulting in less loneliness and a brighter outlook for both parties. In a randomized, controlled study of chronically ill Medicare Advantage members, 69% reported a significant reduction in loneliness after using Papa’s services, and 39% reported no longer being lonely at all. | Older adults, Underserved communities | Here is a short video: https://resources.papa.com/all-ungated-vid-documentary-unseen-connection-recording?hs_preview=vXfHZHhl-118393143050 | jmeadows@papa.com | ||||||||||||||
15 | Program | Happy Café | Action for Happiness | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Weekly conversation about individual actions that we can take to promote more happiness in our own lives, and in the world at large | We are social creatures. This free weekly event — with free coffee — gives people human connection, builds bridges of understanding, and, via gentle facilitation, steers the conversation in a positive direction. | Adults, Older adults, Underserved communities | I am currently running this event every week in Calgary, Canada | adamwargon@hotmail.com | ||||||||||||||
16 | Service | The Gathering Lab | The Gathering Lab | Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | At The Gathering Lab, we make it easy and enjoyable to make organic, authentic connections in the community and workplace. We apply our science-based methodology to match groups of people based on shared interests and values to participate in social experiences designed for authentic connection, based on the science of how we bond. | In our prototype offering, "The Dinner", we match groups of 8-10 people based on shared interests and values to participate in a dinner designed for authentic connection. We provide loosely structured evening that involves cooking a meal together, participant pairings, and conversation starters, all designed for authentic connection. Two important rules of note: no phones and no saying what you do for a living. The goal is for people to enjoy meeting each other, experience a high-quality social connection, and make at least one new, meaningful connection. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Underserved communities | janet@thegatheringlab.com | |||||||||||||||
17 | Service | Expressive Arts Workshops | PeaceLove Foundation | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Our employees 1) deliver workshops to groups of people, and 2) train community members to deliver workshops to their communities. The train the trainer component enables us to expand our impact by leveraging community champions, and equipping them with the training and tools they need to serve their communities. We follow a fee for service model for workshop delivery and for training. | Our engaging workshops leverage simple creative activities to provide an inviting, low-pressure way to build connections with other workshop participants. An independent study conducted in 2019 showed that 82% of workshop participants felt more connected to those around them after participating in our workshops. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://youtu.be/EW-yXhZZIOw?feature=shared | helen@peacelove.org | ||||||||||||||
18 | Product | Verbina | Accushield | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | #ProjectLoveMeter leverages social visit data to help pinpoint residents at-risk of isolation and loneliness. Communities may access our volunteer network and scheduling platform to schedule visits and establish social connectedness. | By helping pinpoint at-risk residents, providers can respond to the risks timely, allowing the implementation of resident-centered interventions, including an increase in social visits. Our volunteer management solution helps increase resources and schedule visits. | Adults, Older adults | tk.king@accushield.com | |||||||||||||||
19 | Program | Connected Cultures | Evolving Minds | Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Connected Cultures is a comprehensive workplace mental health and well-being program that centers community and connection. Through 12 hours of live training, leaders learn and implement five essential ingredients for building organizational culture. They do this while practicing resilience-based work culture skills and engaging in team-building connection circles and leadership discussions. | Through fifteen hours of programming, leaders learn and implement five essential ingredients for building a connected organizational culture. The first ingredient is learning the U.S. Surgeon General Workplace Mental Health and Well-being Framework that centers social connection and community. Second is implementing our work health survey that analyzes the organization's internal systems, practices, behaviors and work norms to identify common roadblocks that prevent building a work culture of connection. Third is learning our work culture curriculum, an emotional intelligence framework that combines evidence-based mindfulness and resilience skills. From gratitude, joy, kindness, and hope to mindfulness, breathing, compassion, and loving-kindness, our work culture curriculum empowers leaders with tools and techniques to build social trust, empathy and belonging.The fourth ingredient is building a culture-building meeting, a 20 minute recurring weekly meeting where leaders implement our work culture skills. The fifth ingredient is creating a Resilience team, internal social connection champions who support the long-term growth of the Connected Cultures program within the work environment. | Adults | https://issuu.com/connectedcultures/docs/em_program_brochure_final_12_ | anthony@evolving-minds.org | ||||||||||||||
20 | Product | Verbina | Verbina | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Video | Solution for a whole community | Verbina is a HIPAA compliant care tech product that makes it easy to gather video messages of support for individuals on health journeys specifically for patients and caregivers. Our mission is too boost resilience for the recipient and build community among the contributors. | Verbina makes it easy meaningful, asynchronous community conversations that connect patients and caregivers to their own social networks in high touch ways. The platform provides scaffolding for host in crafting a video invitation for a collection. | Young adults, Adults, Families | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaBYMxvUNr8 | bevklau@verbina.app | ||||||||||||||
21 | Program | GrandPad Connections | GrandPad | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | GrandPad is a privately held digital health company that develops engagement solutions to improve the health and well-being of older adults by reconnecting them to families, friends, and caregivers through technology that is safe, reliable, and easy to use. | Innovative solutions are imperative where the silent burdens of social isolation and loneliness take a severe toll on senior citizens. We see in our everyday work at GrandPad that seniors are disconnected from their family, friends, and sometimes the entire outside world. We have been presented with an opportunity to do something about it. The GrandPad Connections Pilot Program represents a pioneering effort to bridge the digital divide, leveraging our technology to foster genuine connections, and combat the deep-seated challenges of solitude faced by our members, and reduce loneliness and social isolation for both GrandPad participants and volunteers. The vision for the program is to create a world where seniors are neither lonely nor isolated, and every senior has the opportunity to live a grand and fulfilling life. The program’s results demonstrate a reduction in loneliness and isolation among its participants through virtual connections. The program’s success underscores the need for solutions that combat loneliness among seniors. | Older adults | GrandPad launched a pilot program called GrandPad Connections in July of 2023. A total of four (4) selected community senior volunteers, who were trained by GrandPad's Social Worker, participated in weekly virtual video calls via GrandPad’s video calling platform capabilities with a total of twenty-three (23) GrandPad participants over a 90-day period. The majority of participants are lower-income individuals at risk of loneliness and isolation. The program serves senior citizens 60 and older. Participants and volunteers were assessed using the UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3) before and after these calls to create results on the program's impact. Loneliness scores range from 20 to 80; the lower the number, the less lonely, while the higher represents the most lonely. Our project goal was to see an improved UCLA Loneliness Score (Version 3) with 50% of the participants. A participant shared, “All of my friends are now deceased and my phone never rings. I just love getting calls from the volunteers.” There is great potential for GrandPad and this program to reach millions to combat loneliness and social isolation. https://www.grandpad.net/ | jada@grandpad.net | ||||||||||||||
22 | Program | Life Story Club | Life Story Club | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, Hybrid, Phone | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Life Story Club (LSC) creates small social clubs for older adults to share life stories, foster connections and enhance a sense of belonging and purpose. Life Story Clubs are designed for older adults who are interested in coming together each week to share stories with other older adults. Clubs offer an opportunity for people to record their life stories as part of a community, alongside their peers. Life Story Clubs are offered at no cost to everyone age 60+, however, we prioritize those most at risk for loneliness and social isolation, including individuals who are chronically ill, or lacking in mobility. | Small clubs of up to 15 older adults come together weekly for one hour to share key parts of their life stories in a warm, supportive environment. Clubs are guided by Life Story Club facilitators who have been carefully vetted and trained. Facilitators are warm, creative and welcoming, and come from a variety of nonclinical backgrounds. They are writers, artists, social workers and journalists attuned to group dynamics who make sure everyone has a chance to share and to be heard. Life Story Clubs are offered by Zoom or phone so that anyone can participate. Clubs are, however, designed with geographic proximity in mind, so that participants have the option of coming together in person to deepen their connections. | Older adults | www.lifestoryclub.org | robin@lifestoryclub.org | ||||||||||||||
23 | Service | Multiples | MenLiving | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | MenLiving creates over 450 virtual and 50 in person gatherings each year for men to come together to connect, heal and thrive. The objective of each meeting is to not only meet new men, but to dialog on a topic that invites vulnerability and openness. | Our mission is about creating spaces for connection. Not only do these spaces offer a way out of social isolation, but we are also constantly encouraging men who show up to connect outside of these gatherings as well. Additionally, our MenLiving Connect service is a friend-forward social technology platform that helps guys connect with other guys from all around the world. All they need to do is complete a profile. The system is designed to show you other men who have similar interests that you connect with one on one. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults | menliving.org | shaun@menliving.org | ||||||||||||||
24 | Program | Parent to Parent Support | Parent to Parent USA | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Phone | Solution for a whole community | The Parent to Parent (P2P) model was developed by and for parents to address the powerful emotions, new responsibilities, stress, and isolation that parents and families face in caring for a child with special health care needs. P2P is a program that matches parents of children with disabilities (Referred Parents) with more experienced, trained Support Parents along a variety of child and family specific factors such as child age, disability, and culture. The ability of parents to share their feelings, worries, and anxieties with another parent who has traveled a similar journey and has ‘been there’ is the most important characteristic of P2P. Traditionally, P2P support is provided over the phone. Evidence-based best practices call for a series of no less than four phone calls between a help-seeking parent and their support parent over the first eight weeks of a match. Parent to Parent programs can serve caregivers of individuals with all special needs, whether intellectual, physical, or health care needs, and across the lifespan - from prenatal, birth, to school years, through to transition to adulthood. | Prior to engaging with Parent to Parents (P2P), parents often grapple with isolation, personal challenges, and a sense of being 'stuck' with nowhere to turn for assistance. P2P intervenes by connecting Referred Parents with a Support Parent who guides them beyond day-to-day survival, helping identify barriers and uncover opportunities for positive change. Through the guidance of Support Parents, both Referred and Support Parents cultivate meaningful relationships that offer emotional support and practical advice. P2P effectively combats isolation and loneliness by establishing a community of like-minded individuals trained to listen and provide support. The matched parents find relief in discovering a source of social comparison, as meeting with other families facing similar challenges fosters a sense of normalcy. | Adults, Older adults, Families, Underserved communities | A parent's experience: "It has opened a whole new world of 'connection' for us... a community of people who just 'get it'! It has helped make a huge positive difference in the way we bring up our daughter!" p2pusa.org | abrown@p2pusa.org | ||||||||||||||
25 | Program | Enhancing Social Connection through Arts and Technology | Central Vermont Council on Aging | Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Phone, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | CVCOA's Enhancing Social Connection through Arts and Technology utilizes the power of arts activity and creative expression to bring older adults together in meaningful relationships. Program participants receive a Creative Care Kit packed with enough supplies and materials to last for at least six months. Activities in the kit, developed by professional teaching artists, are skills-based, practice-focused, and social-centric, utilizing storytelling elements and prompts as a key component of many of the activities. Program participants are matched with a Creative Companion volunteer who connects with people on the phone, via Zoom, or in-person. They will also share their work via email or mail. These volunteers are integral for helping motivate and inspire people on their creative journey and for building social connection in the community through the arts. CVCOA also provides access to technology devices, internet options counseling, and training for those who need support to connect via digital tools. | The primary goal of this program is to build meaningful social connection through the arts, with a focus on alleviating the opportunity gap for older adults who need access to creative opportunities in their homes. Many older adults are not able to participate in arts classes and other opportunities in the community (whether due to health conditions, lack of transportation, financial constraints, etc.), yet, we know that creative expression is important at any age and stage of life. The Enhancing Social Connection through Arts and Technology program places social connection at the core of artistic creation. Stories arise through arts projects that bring people closer together in novel and unexpected ways. Social connection is vital for older adults as people lose loved ones and friends over time, and the arts have shown to be a positive way to build meaningful social connection and improve wellbeing through difficult changes and challenges related to aging. | Older adults, Underserved communities | lrackers@cvcoa.org | |||||||||||||||
26 | Service | Happy Talks | Happy Talks | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Phone | Solution that individual can use on their own | We provide social phone calls for older adults with a membership. We call 1, 2 or 3 times were week and through our platform we report back to the families via their dashboard and text message after each call. Each month, we send Happy Mail via snail mail and each quarter we send a Happy Box filled with fun things from our conversation. | We address social isolation, connection and loneliness through our social chats. We talk about what ever the older adult wants to discuss and do it with an empathetic and listening ear. From Dancing with the Stars to World War II, we provide fun and safe chats. | Older adults, Families | One family that uses our services gets 3 calls a week for their 94 year old loved one who lost all of his friends. He has one sole friend that is living. Our Buddies call and connect and the daughter loves us and the Dad receiving the calls always gives us a special thank you. He is the sweetest human and we had no idea that he was in palliative care and has now been out for over 6 months. He has been our member for over a year and we are so honored to have members like him. | cr@happytalks.co | ||||||||||||||
27 | Service | FriendLine | Friends for Good Inc | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Phone | Solution for a whole community | FriendLine is a free anonymous phone service for anyone across Australia experiencing loneliness or social isolation. Volunteers offer a friendly chat helping people feel more connected and less alone. | Callers talk to volunteers about everyday topics as they would to a friend or family member. Data collected suggests that these conversations help alleviate loneliness, improve mental health and increase social skills. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | admin@friendsforgood.org.au | |||||||||||||||
28 | Service | Men's group circles | The ManKind Project | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | We are a passionate and purpose-driven brotherhood building and supporting the emotionally mature, accountable, and compassionate male role models that our communities so desperately need. MKP’s programs and groups are frequently recommended by licensed mental health professionals as a successful peer-support intervention or adjunct to traditional therapy. The ManKind Project supports a global network of over 1,000 peer-facilitated men’s groups serving close to 10,000 men each week. In an MKP men’s group, men mentor men through the passages of their lives. The ManKind Project empowers men to missions of service, supporting men to make a difference in the lives of others – men, women, and children around the world. | The circles facilitated by The ManKind Project offer men a safe space grow and connect on an intimate level with other men committed to supporting each other growing as emotionally mature men. All people who identify as a man are welcome. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+ | hansen@certifiedmastery.com | |||||||||||||||
29 | Program | No One Eats Alone® Day | Beyond Differences | Social isolation, Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | Beyond Differences flagship program centers around a national day of action, No One Eats Alone® Day, a comprehensive set of school-based activities and lesson plans to encourage youth to sit with others, find new friends, and model ways to end social isolation. NOEA was listed as a top recommendation to foster social connection in schools by the Surgeon General’s Office. | Educators are encouraged to use Beyond Differences free No One Eats Alone® Day materials, including: Three lesson plans on recognizing emotions, understanding social isolation, and fostering social connections A student leadership guide on how to run a NOEA Day A Belonging Box containing supplies to run NOEA Day activities Invitation to attend a virtual NOEA Day Workshop on January 25, 2024 Student-facing materials available in Spanish | Middle school students | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukxoM2MdLoM | frederick@beyonddifferences.org | ||||||||||||||
30 | Service | Coffee Talk | Friends & Co | Social connection | Phone | Solution that individual can use on their own | What is Coffee Talk? This drop-in phone line offers older adults an easy and instant way to engage with one of our caring Coffee Talkers in conversation. With words of encouragement and an understanding ear, we are ready to meet you wherever you are on your unique journey in life. Plus, if needed, we’ll even connect you to crucial support resources and present you with other opportunities for connecting with others through our programs. No Commitment or Personal Information is Necessary. Using Coffee Talk is as easy as dialing your telephone. It’s free, and there is no need to worry about giving personal information or feeling embarrassed about calling. Your privacy is our priority, and the only information we’ll need from you is your first name. And you’re welcome to call as often as you’d like. | It's a low barrier to entry, ammoniums opportunity for older adults to connect. | Older adults | dglock@friendsco.org | |||||||||||||||
31 | Service | Let's Do Lunch Cafe | Friends & Co | Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | Let’s Do Lunch Café brings together older LGBTQ+ community members for lunch and connection “on the house.” These monthly gatherings offer an excellent opportunity for social interactions and educational programs, all in a warm and welcoming environment. | We provide a safe, comfortable, warm space for older LGBTQ members to connect, enjoy a meal and provide them with informative resources that allow them to stay independent, in the know, and engaged. | Older adults, LGBTQ+ | https://lavendermagazine.com/featured-home-page/lunch-is-in-the-house/ | dglock@friendsco.org | ||||||||||||||
32 | Program | Friendly Voices - Phone Buddies for Seniors | Friendly Voices - Phone Buddies for Seniors | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Phone | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Friendly Voices is a free service that connects older adults (60+) with a compassionate volunteer for meaningful weekly phone conversations, emotional support, and friendship. Unlike a hotline, they are matched 1:1 with their own buddy who calls proactively every week. It’s like having a pen pal, but over the phone! The program is completely free, safe, and confidential. Volunteers are background checked, trained, and supervised. Volunteers actively listen with a warm and neutral tone, developing meaningful connections that last months or years. We speak English, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Hindi. Senior dignity is our priority. All calls documented and we are HIPAA compliant. Individuals are often referred by one of our trusted partners or can self-enroll through the website (friendlyvoices.org) or by phone (650-395-8017). Friendly Voices is a 501c(3) nonprofit, founded in 2020, focusing low-income older adults in the California SF Bay Area. | Sometimes a friendly voice can make all the difference in the world to an isolated or lonely older adult. Friendly Voices brings safe, free, meaningful social connection through regular, proactive weekly phone conversations with isolated older adults whose loneliness has dire consequences for their physical and emotional health. Most of our clients experience one or more of the societal factors that create isolation: low-income; physical health challenges; mental health challenges; widowed or without a partner; lack of technology; few or no social relationships with friends and family. Our clients and their phone buddy connect every week for meaningful phone conversations that build rapport. Friendly Voices phone calls bring a sense of joy and social connection to these individuals - letting them know they are not forgotten! | Older adults | https://friendlyvoices.org/press-%26-testimonials | rebecca@friendlyvoices.org | ||||||||||||||
33 | Service | DaysAtDunrovin Virtual Village | Dunrovin Benefit Corporation | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, Hybrid | Solution that individual can use on their own | DaysAtDunrovin.com (D@D for short) is an unconventionally honest business that happened by accident when SuzAnne Miller collaborated with scientists to install a webcam above an ospreys’ nest. Hundreds of thousands of people logged in to watch. At the end of the osprey breeding season, scores of them asked SuzAnne to keep the webcam operating so they could continue to watch the ranch. At first, SuzAnne did not understand. Then, when she became home bound during a prolonged illness, she found herself watching the webcam and conversing with others via Twitter. Suddenly she got it. This was a much better pastime than watching TV in isolation. She discovered that many seniors are looking for community to escape from the social isolation and loneliness in their own lives. And they find it here. Watching a real ranch in real time gives members a sense of immediacy and togetherness. They revel in witnessing the ranch cope with all that organically happens: dramatic weather, sick or injured animals, weddings, music and dancing, pony rides, training donkeys, ospreys fishing, forest fires, foxes denning, and the Bitterroot River freezing and flooding. They love being part of it, talking and sharing with each other as it happens. As bonds form with each other and the ranch, they feel at home. They care for one another. They give each other support and encouragement. Their loneliness dissipates. | DaysAtDunrovin is a virtual Third Place where people can gather at any time, day or night to enjoy the sights and sounds and community conversations centered on the natural world from a Montana guest ranch that also provides special interactive programs to being members together with the ranch personnel to bridge the digital divide and create a blended onsite/online community where everyone feels at home. The best way to answer this question is watch this 3minute video: https://vimeo.com/394563314/6ffd73aee3?share=copy | Elementary school students, Middle school students, Older adults, Families, Underserved communities | Watch: https://vimeo.com/646448926?share=copy and https://www.kpax.com/news/2018/06/18/dunrovin-ranch-osprey-named-in-honor-of-refugee-student/ | suzanne.dunrovin@gmail.com | ||||||||||||||
34 | Program | CONNECTIONS | Connections Central | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Connections Central is a social enterprise offering a program of in-person events and social activities to connect people of all ages and walks of life through story-sharing and conversation in order to strengthen community bonds and combat social isolation and loneliness. We partner with community organizations and provide them with the materials and support for an expanding network that delivers these programs to their communities and clients. We provide the structure, tools and support for a variety of gently facilitated social gatherings ranging from coffee shop groups to arts-related events to meetings designed for specific demographic groups. There is no cost. Our programs are free and we provide the training and support to make it easy. | Connections Central helps organizations bring people together face to face so they can connect, make new friends, share their stories and personal experiences and gain new insights and positive relationship-building skills from other’s life experiences. Getting to know others in our community expands our understanding of other’s perspectives and builds stronger social bonds. Small group conversations are facilitated to ensure positive, focused dialogue. This form of heartfelt conversation helps people to connect deeply, to learn from each other and to gain the skills for positive meaningful relationships that are the key to a happier and healthier life. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Veterans, Underserved communities | debra@connectionscentral.org | |||||||||||||||
35 | Product | CLIQup Social | CLIQup Social | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | CLIQup is tackling loneliness affecting 80 million European Adults. Our matching algorithm pairs people that'll get along together in small groups of < 10 people for in-real-life experiences they'll love, with the goal of forming meaningful connections and building a group of trusted and valued friendships over multiple leisure activities. We focus beyond simply connecting people, but help to turn real-life encounters into intentional friendship journeys. | Our platform is a Mobile and Web App that connects like-minded people to meet in real life through a matching and recommendation system. After meeting, we use a feedback system and unique algorithm to match people that fit together again for multiple leisure plans and experiences over 5 -10 times until a new friend group is formed, called a CLIQ. After the CLIQ is formed, we continue to provide personalized recommendations for the group on fun and leisure plans to take part in that fits their social experiences and use our AI-based conversation starters to foster meaningful interactions within the group and keep the group connected. | Young adults | Since inception we have facilitated hangouts in small groups for more than 900 people to meet in real life and to find meaningful connections. Many of the people who have met many times through our hangouts have gone on to form group chats for themselves to deepen the relationships they have formed, who wouldn't have met without our platform. This process is what our technology automates and scales up. | adebukola.malomo@cliqup.co | ||||||||||||||
36 | Program | Finding Female Friends >50 | Finding Female Friends >50 | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that individual can use on their own | Finding Female Friends >50 targets the disconnection many women experience in the second half of their lives, when children have left the nest and careers are winding down. Our community of 10,000+ members has a national chapter where members can connect across the country through online interest-based events and accountability sessions; plus 22 city chapters across the US where women can attend and create in-person gatherings to share their hobbies, interests, and expertise with others, while fostering new friendships. In addition, our soon-to-be-launched website offers members a section where they can post a personal quest, e.g., for a a walking buddy, a mahjong partner, or a driving distance friend. FFF>50 membership is free and inclusive to all self-identifying women >50. | Finding Female Friends >50 addresses the disconnection many women experience as their children leave home, careers wind down, and friends move to new locations post-retirement. Our free membership opens the door to activities geared to our demo, created and hosted by those in our demo. With our mission and demographic written unabashedly into our name, women feel empowered to reach out to their peers while being their authentic selves, and sharing their concerns, vulnerabilities, and issues as individuals and as older women. Connections are forged through in-person gatherings, online event series, plus the ability to post an individual quest to our community. The ensuing engagement creates friendships and community in this often stigmatized cohort. | Older adults | dale@fff50.org | |||||||||||||||
37 | Service | Skip the Small Talk | Skip the Small Talk | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution for a whole community | We host events designed based on psychology research to help strangers feel more connected to each other at venues like bookstores, cafes, bars, etc. At the events, we use meaningful question prompts to encourage vulnerability, and we use a one-on-one conversation structure where guests switch partners throughout the event so they get to talk to at least five other guests throughout the event. We also offer a card deck of meaningful questions for people to use with loved ones to feel more connected to those already in their life. | Skip the Small Talk events help strangers feel more connected to each other through IRL and online events, as well as through question card decks to be used to connect more deeply with loved ones. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | We've served over 15,000 people at events across the U.S. and in Europe. | info@skipthesmalltalk.com | ||||||||||||||
38 | Service | Meriatrics | Meriatrics LLC | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Phone | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | One-on-one social visits and companionship for older adults, coupled with client-selected activity options (indoor/outdoor, as applicable). Service options include direct (in-person), virtual (web platforms) or remote (phone) visits, accordingly priced for hourly/half-hourly visits. 100% client focused, with NO service minimums. Direct services available in local service area (southern NH and MA Merrimack Valley). Virtual/remote services available in any location. (*Tech set-up on client end is required for virtual services, entailing possible family/caregiver assistance.) We also offer seasonal and customized group entertainment/enrichment services for nursing homes/senior communities, as a supplement to their respective life enjoyment/enrichment programming. | Our services fill a long-standing social gap in the lives of older adults, through targeted solutions focused on four social "E's" -- Engagement, Enjoyment, Entertainment and Enrichment. Our social ENGAGEMENT services reduce isolation/loneliness through individualized one-on-one visitation/companionship, optimizing human connection, conversation and friendship; these services include ENJOYMENT in the form of client-selected activity options for shared fun/recreation. Our group services supplement life enjoyment programming in nursing homes/care facilities, through seasonal ENTERTAINMENT performances (for increased social connection and enjoyment diversity) and customized ENRICHMENT presentations (for life-long learning). All services ensure that older adults feel seen/heard, valued/appreciated, while enhancing social interactions, stimulating communication, memory and cognition, increasing client self-esteem and quality of life, and minimizing potentially negative health risks associated with social deficits. | Older adults, Veterans | A 90-year-old widowed female in the local community had (begrudgingly) become a client. She lived alone, had few friends and was growing increasingly reliant on her children for support/social interaction (a common stressor for many families with obligations, responsibilities, time constraints, etc.) She was also reported to be “difficult” and resistant to outside interventions. It took only the nurturing of a warm/engaging one-on-one rapport with her to break through -- simple conversation and a LOT of listening. There’s nothing like a captive listening audience to engage isolated older adults! For the next 7-8 months, we enjoyed standing weekly appointments, 2-3 hours each. Visits included baking or enjoying a meal together, drives to her old hometown, going for ice cream, or dining out. I found this client to be amiable and agreeable, despite family reports. And, her family was delighted, not only by mom’s increasing positivity, but also by the reduced family stress. When mom eventually moved, she ceased to be a client; but by then, our relationship had grown to be something more than a business relationship; we’d become fast friends and we continued to stay in touch until her passing. | info@meriatrics.com | ||||||||||||||
39 | Service | Living Alone and Connected | Splaine Consulting | Social connection | Virtually, Hybrid | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Living Alone and Connected is an private online community of, by, and for persons with dementia who live alone. We hope to provide comfort and a sense of connection that makes a long-lasting difference. It has a web resource for those who support those who live alone with dementia. The private group posts carefully reviewed information to help benefit those living with dementia. Living Alone and Connected! offers online community for persons living with dementia. | The private group posts carefully reviewed information to help benefit those living with dementia. Living Alone and Connected! offers online community for persons living with dementia and ongoing learning sessions tio build skills and confidence in living alone. | Older adults | mike@splaineconsulting.com | |||||||||||||||
40 | Program | The Narrative Method | The Narrative Method | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | The Narrative Method is a model and movement for self-expression and social connection. TNM was created in 2014 by psychotherapist and narrative medicine expert Shari Foos to address the epidemic of loneliness and isolation. TNM provides accessible and effective group experiences (both in-person and online) where participants, guided by a facilitator, engage in self-reflection, creative expression and open conversation. Our hands-on programs are designed to decrease loneliness and foster a sense of belonging. | In light of this epidemic of loneliness, effective resources and programs that foster connection are all the more timely, necessary and in demand - particularly for vulnerable populations. That is where The Narrative Method comes in. Currently hosting five free or low-cost TNM Groups each week, this method is guided by 12 Core Concepts created by Shari Foos to cultivate a culture of A.W.E. (awareness, wonder and empathy). | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Here are a few testimonials from our participants: "I feel so surrounded in the best way by TNM opportunities of various dates and times. It means a lot that I can find a time during that week that works for me to stay connected. The transformation and warmth that can happen here is a big deal." -Lorie D "I'm so passionate about mental health and just being able to be you and to express yourself is so vital. And [TNM] has been helping me heal after the loss of my brother, so thank you.” -Tori S. "In a world with over 8 billion humans, it is heartwarming and elevating that there exists a group such as TNM, which invites interactions with people from diverse backgrounds, for the sheer joy of building greater connections through creative expression." – Hema R. "Today, alone, was quite profound as a person in my group showed up crying, saying they were not feeling well, and we had the chance to just witness them. I don't know where else that happens. But I want more of that kind of space where someone feels that safe. We all need it. It was so special, and I am so grateful for having been there for that person even if just for a moment, so they knew that they were not alone." - Courtney R. | dana@thenarrativemethod.org | ||||||||||||||
41 | Program | Guided Autobiography…a course in writing your life story. | Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | The Guided Autobiography process helps individuals organize their life stories. Guided by a trained instructor, participants are led through themes and priming questions that evoke memories of events once known but seemingly forgotten. Members in the Guided Autobiography (GAB) programs have the opportunity to write their own stories and hear fellow participants' stories. Each session includes a life theme, e.g., Branching Points, Family, Role of Money, Work, etc., that contains questions to encourage participants to think back over their lives and pull out the most meaningful stories. They write two pages on the theme at home, bring their story to the next class, and read the story in a small group of only six writers. Writing and sharing life stories with others is an ideal way to find new meaning in life as the GAB participants learn together how to reassess their past and plan for the future; they feel stronger and have a growing appreciation of their lives. Participants benefit by looking back into their lives, writing their life stories, and sharing them in a supportive small group atmosphere. | When GAB participants write their stories, they share things they may have never shared before and feel seen, heard, understood, and validated. Many say that writing, sharing, and receiving supportive feedback from fellow class members is the most valuable process they have ever experienced. We call this the GAB magic. This depth of sharing is unique and fosters authentic friendships, respect, connection, and appreciation for the lives of all the participants. They get to know each other and develop feelings of deep trust. One GAB group continued to meet independently for the next ten years, calling themselves the Un-Guided Autobiography group. They forged deep friendships with one another that sustained them through many of the losses associated with age, e.g., losing a spouse, chronic illness, and more. Research shows that strong bonds and connections form among the group members, anxiety diminishes, self-esteem increases, and others become more like themselves. Writing and sharing life stories with others is an ideal way to find new meaning in life, prevent isolation, and form deep bonds of connection. By writing and sharing stories together, the uncertainties of the past and the contradictions, paradoxes, and events of life are viewed from a new perspective. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Visit our website: www.guidedautobiography.com Check out these videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crWTpOXcX54 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQPHjuHVrPI | cheryl@thebirrencenter.org | ||||||||||||||
42 | Program | Look Club Online | Visual Thinking Strategies | Social connection | Virtually | Solution for a whole community | Visual Thinking Strategies “(VTS) Look Club Online” is an opportunity to come together as a community, to practice looking, talking, listening, and engaging with art and each other. Through these connections, we build a global community and stave off isolation. VTS Look Club – Online was created at the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic as the VTS organization focused on supporting the VTS community to remain present and connected through this tumultuous time of unknown length. Since April 2020, VTS Look Club Online has become an experimental, free, weekly, one-hour event, for anyone to join via Zoom. VTS Look Club Online takes place on Wednesdays, with a rotating monthly start time to accommodate global time zones. The program is free and registration is available on the VTS Events Page. | Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) tackles social isolation and loneliness by fostering meaningful connections and a sense of belonging within a global community. Through initiatives like VTS Look Club Online and engagement with diverse art objects, VTS connects individuals worldwide through curiosity, culture, and facilitated conversation. Over three years, our free program has united a diverse audience, both in numbers and through compelling stories, showcasing the profound impact of the Visual Thinking Strategies method. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Underserved communities | https://vtshome.org/vts-remote-learning-resources/ | emiller@vtshome.org | ||||||||||||||
43 | Service | Art Pharmacy | Social Rx | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person, Hybrid, Phone | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Art Pharmacy is a social prescribing service that integrates arts and culture engagements into health care service delivery. We work with health care providers and insurance payers to prescribe non-clinical arts and cultural enrichment activities to promote mental health and address social isolation among our priority populations of older adults and youth/young adults. We provide personalized arts-based social prescriptions designed to help patients meet their health goals including social connection, self-expression, belonging and others. Based on patient's health needs (ie loneliness, social isolation), health goals (ie building social connections, enhancing mobility, stress management), artistic tastes and preferences (ie music, dance, pottery), we provide personalized recommendations for arts and cultural engagements. Dedicated Care Navigators help patients access these social resources by developing a personalized care plan, removing financial and transportation barriers, providing companion tickets as needed, and following up to assess mental health and gather feedback. | Art Pharmacy’s social prescribing model facilitates access to activities outside of the clinical treatment setting that enhance health and social connection, including engagement with the arts and cultural sector. Research has shown that regular engagement with the arts enhances social connectedness and reduces loneliness, especially among youth and older adults. Our approach addresses social isolation by facilitating access to the arts and removing barriers to participation, resulting in more community engagement and social contact. This can be particularly effective for people experiencing social isolation or loneliness, as they provide individuals with connections to community resources and spaces that may be contributing to poor health outcomes. There is currently growing acknowledgment of the role of social isolation in health outcomes, however there are not currently any other treatment options or solutions that aim to address this social determinant of health in a holistic way within the US health care system. Many of the innovations in mental health and social connection are focused on technology and app-based engagements; Art Pharmacy’s solution is focused on leveraging technology in our smart-matching platform to get people access to in-person and community-based activities in the arts and cultural organizations and institutions in their communities. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults | lucy@artpharmacy.co | |||||||||||||||
44 | Program | The Phoenix - Nurturing Sober Active Community Model | The Phoenix | Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | The Phoenix is a sober active community for individuals impacted by substance use, mental health challenges and those seeking to be part of a nurturing community. Founded in 2006, The Phoenix has welcomed over 350K members into the community and is on pace to have 1M members by the close of 2025. The Phoenix leveraged the transformational power of social connection, meaningful activities and a community culture shaped by practices that enhance psychological safety to help members flourish. The Phoenix is free and asks for safety purposes that those who participate have 48 hours of sobriety from alcohol and non prescription drugs. Over the last several years, The PHoenix has expanded to offer in-person, virtual and on-demand programming, along with a pod cast and an app with affinity groups that promote engagement across interests and communities and functionality such as a sobriety tracker that empowers individuals toward their unique wellness track. Volunteerism and giving back are integrate to the strength and impact of the community with the majority of offerings facilitated by volunteers. In 2024 The Phoenix has begun integrating partners into the virtual community extending the impact of the community by bridging new folks to The Phoenix and members from The Phoenix to partners. This community approach is building connection, decreasing isolation and promoting flourishing by empowering a more connected society. | Key to The Phoenix community is our commitment to ensuring access to a nurturing supportive and inclusive environment. Through social connection and engagement in meaningful activities, The Phoenix is mainstreaming healing and promoting social norms that are intentionally designed to build resilience and address root causes of addiction and other social challenges fueled by social disconnect such as crime and homelessness. At the heart of The Phoenix model is psychological safety. Psychological safety in the community environment enhances physical health, mental health and promotes flourishing. We are hypothesizing that members adopt the social norms at The Phoenix and take them into their homes, thus elevating a nurturing environment that in so many studies on adverse childhood experiences served to prevent and protect against exposure to ACES. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://youtu.be/vsMbxEPdb1o?si=Y5TsQ6_80EOQIgFk https://youtu.be/fo3rvuVsces?si=p7wPYU2QMlDpppoj https://youtu.be/2MczfKguAtA?si=-xCrsC9DMBg4mEKQ | jacki@thephoenix.org | ||||||||||||||
45 | Program | CircleTalk | Telligen | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | CircleTalk is a field-tested program model that has been used and continuously improved for nearly 13 years to facilitate high engagement and concerns - based conversations, individually or in small groups to form substantial bonds with each other and a high level of trust and belonging as they are guided by CircleTalk Leaders. In person or virtual discussions and activities are guided by a specific, curated curriculum in a one-hour per week, multi-week meeting format. Participants become familiar with each other quickly and are encouraged to fully participate in activities and prompted discussions, but are also safe to "pass" if they choose not to share. CircleTalk practices and principles can also easily be adapted to one-on-one interactions. We 1) train CircleTalk Leaders in group facilitation skills and CircleTalk curriculum, 2) work with organizations to weave CircleTalk into their programming, and/or 3) strategize with state, commercial, and/or educational partners to co-design solutions that best fit their respective communities and people. In a study conducted from 2019-2022, participants were asked to fill out an initial survey during the first group meeting, and then again at the conclusion of the sessions. The results point to the multifaceted benefits of sharing life experiences for aging adults in weekly group meetings. On average, the participants experienced: 1) a significant reduction in feelings of isolation, and 2) an increased perception of well-being described as feeling a part of a community, feeling appreciated, having meaningful interactions with others, and feeling more energized. | CircleTalk Leaders are trained and coached to skillfully lead structured and meaningful conversations that promote a better understanding of what matters to patients, residents, and/or community members/neighbors. CircleTalk practices are compatible to effectively working and communicating with vulnerable populations by 1) understanding group dynamics best practices, 2) maximizing engagement and participation regardless of challenges (i.e., hearing, vision, and/or physical losses and cognitive and memory challenges), 3) effectively guiding structured conversations that foster a sense of belonging and connection within the groups or one-on-one interactions, 4) effectively engaging in conversations that incorporate enhanced communication skills of reflective, deep, empathic listening and reframing, and 5) creating an open and safe environment for personal story telling and sharing of needs and concerns to positively impact care planning, resource acquisition, and formation of micro - communities that care deeply about, and look out for, each other. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://youtu.be/zojoJrqJZOg and testimonial: “I have known many of my friends for 50 years and more. I feel like I know these people in the Circle better—and I just met them!” – Ruth, 85. | mkoob@telligen.com | ||||||||||||||
46 | Product | Connect and Thrive: A guide to combating loneliness and connecting with others | WorkLifePsych & University of Canterbury | Social connection | Virtually | Solution that individual can use on their own | We (Richard MacKinnon and Sarah Wright) have written a guide ‘Connect and Thrive’, which is designed to help employees establish better social connections in their work. The guide: Explains why loneliness is such a threat to our wellbeing Explores the importance of interpersonal connection Explains how to use psychological flexibility to overcome loneliness The guide can be downloaded from the website. | The guide covers social connection and its benefits through the lens of Psychological Flexibility, an evidence-based method for boosting wellbeing and resilience. The guide includes a simple case study, to explain how loneliness can occur in a work context, but also how to apply the skills of psychological flexibility to reach out and make connections with others. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults | sarah.wright@canterbury.ac.nz | |||||||||||||||
47 | Service | Senior Buddy Program | StudentsCare | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Phone, Video | Solution for a whole community | StudentsCare’s Senior Buddy Program aims to reduce loneliness and isolation among older adults by connecting residents in assisted living facilities with local undergraduate students to provide companionship and support. | Students meet with older adults at least once a week (virtually or in-person) engaging them in friendly conversation, sharing stories, and offering support. We also organize monthly group events to facilitate further opportunities for socialization with other residents and students. | Young adults, Older adults | One student shared “Norma and I speak basically on a daily basis. I have seen so much progress in Norma’s thoughts. She used to talk to me about very sad subjects when we first interacted, and now she even sang a song to me on one of our calls. Her social worker has told me about this too, that Norma is very happy and very satisfied with the services that we provide. On Tuesdays, we actually get to video chat as her social worker offers her computer for 30 mins, and I was teaching Norma how to read.” | esokol@students-care.org | ||||||||||||||
48 | Program | Compassion training | Compassion It | Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | At Compassion It, we made compassion a verb, and we aim to inspire compassionate actions and attitudes. We facilitate compassion and self-compassion programs that create deep connections, break down barriers, and foster team cohesiveness. | We teach the skills of compassion, self-compassion, and mindfulness which are shown to improve well-being. Our programs also create connections between participants that often carry on past the engagement. When we see that everyone is "just like me," we can connect with nearly everyone. | Adults | In our courses that meet weekly, we pair up folks as "accountabillibuddies" for the length of the course. Folks have reported back that years later, they are still in touch daily (or nearly daily) with their accountabillibuddies and that those connections have created tremendous joy. Also- please see my TEDx talk to learn more about Compassion It! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcM1y72kGkk | sara@compassionit.com | ||||||||||||||
49 | Product | Big JOY | Mission JOY & Greater Good Science Center | Social connection | Virtually | Solution that individual can use on their own | The BIG JOY Project is an online program where people try one research-backed micro-act for promoting wellbeing through prosocial development each day for seven days. Participants also record their emotions before and after doing each micro-act, check in each evening, and fill out brief surveys before getting started and after completing the week. At the end, people get a personalized Big JOY report that summarizes their engagement with, as well as the impact of Big JOY on their wellbeing and prosocial sentiments. | Big JOY provides encouraging guidance to try brief individual and interpersonal behaviors that foster psychologically safe, benevolent social interactions. As a citizen science initiative that has engaged nearly 100K people around the world, Big JOY has the potential to shift shared perspectives about humanity from a vigilant, ideologically polarized, individualistic world view towards common humanity, trust, kindness, and collaboration. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults | https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_little_steps_lead_to_big_joy | esimonthomas@berkeley.edu | ||||||||||||||
50 | Program | Longer Tables | Longer Tables | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | Longer Tables is a Denver-based, non-profit passionate about cultivating connection and belonging, in communities and organizations. Believing in the power of the long table to connect people, celebrate diversity and be an equitable place of solidarity, they bring people from all walks of life together to share a meal at one, long table. Since 2013, over 3,000 guests have connected at over 50+ tables in communities and companies. From cross-cultural tables of 100 to 5,000 guests to helping companies create cultures of connection and belonging through their consulting and training, Longer Tables believes the common table and shared meal holds the explosive potential to rehumanize people, battle loneliness, fight division and cultivate understanding. Watch their short film on the power and why of setting tables. (www.longertables.org/walter) | There is perhaps not a more powerful, equitable and connecting place on earth than the table. ‘Home’ to every single human being, the table invites humans into authenticity and their humanity as their true selves. As we eat together, listen and share our stories, we re-humanize one another, literally (through food) and socially, through connecting with other people on a human level. Our central rule is no job talk is allowed – creating a safe place where labels, judgments and assumptions fall aside, and we are able to see one another as simply human, opening up a more vulnerable and honest conversation. At the table, people often feel seen and heard, inspiring them to reclaim their own table as a place to cultivate new and deeper relationships. Our major, public events inspire people watching from afar with hope and a model for connection and belonging. Local events provide a place for new connections and relationships – as well as a model to take back to their neighborhood, workplace, third place or faith community to implement as a means – and end – to meaningful, lasting connections. In our current ‘epidemic of isolation and loneliness,’ there may be no greater need for places like the table to address the critical physical and social need of human connection. As a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive place – the table literally goes anywhere and holds the explosive potential to rehumanize people, battle loneliness, fight division and cultivate understanding. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://youtu.be/QOvFtVb_5mE?si=_Z-57SzpeGzZ2yc_ | tim@longertables.org | ||||||||||||||
51 | Program | Connect for Life® | Wider Circle | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Phone | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Wider Circle's Connect for Life® program is a technology-enabled, peer-based community health initiative that partners with health plans and providers to enhance patient outcomes, particularly for hard-to-reach populations such as Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNP) patients. By leveraging the power of community, Wider Circle helps neighbors support each other, fostering a sense of belonging and community support crucial for improving health outcomes. Through culturally competent groups, Wider Circle rebuilds the community support networks vital for addressing patients' challenges. This approach empowers patients to motivate and inform each other, facilitating better health decisions and outcomes. Wider Circle acts as an extension of care coordination teams, enhancing patient engagement strategies, improving quality measures, and addressing social determinants of health (SDoH) needs, ultimately reducing the cost of care. With a focus on scalability and technology integration, Wider Circle delivers a 3:1 ROI, supported by proprietary analytics and monthly reporting. Their approach has demonstrated significant improvements in patient outcomes, including a 22.5% increase in annual wellness visits and a 3.8x reduction in self-reported loneliness. With an overall Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 88, Wider Circle's program is a proven solution for advancing care and community health initiatives, making a meaningful impact on patient well-being. | Wider Circle's solution tackles social isolation, loneliness, and fosters social connection through its innovative Connect for Life® program. This program strategically creates neighborhood groups, or "circles," of health plan members, facilitated by Wider Circle, to provide peer support and community engagement. One key aspect of the CFL program is its focus on culturally competent strategies to address social determinants of health (SDoH) within communities. By uplifting individuals and fostering trust among members, Wider Circle helps reduce social isolation and promote healthier lifestyles. The program also uses data algorithms to identify high-risk populations and tailor interventions accordingly. By engaging with these populations and training local community staff, Wider Circle builds strong, supportive networks that improve health outcomes and overall well-being. By focusing on community-based care and addressing social needs, Wider Circle is making a meaningful impact on the lives of its members, improving their health outcomes and quality of life. Today, Wider Circle is proud to offer its unique neighborhood care programs to more than 1M health plan members in 7 different languages. | Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Please see an example through this video!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KzG3ElDrAk | bfriedman@widercircle.com | ||||||||||||||
52 | Product | OOt | OOt Social Health Inc. | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution for a whole community | OOt Social Health has developed a comprehensive solution for communities and individuals to form private (via invite codes) and public communities based on shared interests, skills, and organizational affiliations. Advanced filtering capabilities streamline the process of finding individuals based on skillsets, proficiency levels, and community affiliations. Geographical proximity settings allow members to connect based on distances ranging from 100 yards to 20 miles, fostering meaningful in-person interactions. Face-to-face interactions are emphasized as essential for building trusting bonds, serving as the foundation of community building. Each community is equipped with a dedicated HangOOts page for resource sharing and organizing community events. Comprehensive chat functionalities support various communication needs, including one-on-one interactions, event-specific discussions (HangOOts), and broader community-wide conversations. The OOt Social Health platform prioritizes context, proximity, and face-to-face interactions, recognizing their crucial role in fostering vibrant communities. By providing robust tools for connection and communication, we aim to facilitate the growth and sustainability of communities based on shared interests and values. | Addressing social isolation and fostering social connection is at the heart of OOt's mission. Through our platform, we aim to combat the growing issue of social disconnection by providing avenues for meaningful interactions and community engagement. - Community Building: OOt facilitates the creation of both private and public communities centered around shared interests, skills, and organizational affiliations. By bringing people together around common interests, we provide a supportive environment for individuals to connect with like-minded peers. - Proximity-Based Connections: Our platform incorporates geographical proximity settings, allowing members to connect with others based on their physical location. This feature fosters real-world interactions and helps bridge the gap between online connections and in-person relationships. - Face-to-Face Interactions: Recognizing the importance of face-to-face interactions in building trust and meaningful bonds, OOt emphasizes the value of in-person connections within communities. Through community events and HangOOts organized on our platform, members have the opportunity to engage in genuine, offline interactions. - Comprehensive Communication Tools: OOt provides a range of communication tools, including chat functionalities and community pages, to facilitate ongoing engagement and interaction among members. Whether through one-on-one chats, group discussions, or community-wide announcements, our platform supports diverse forms of communication to keep members connected. By leveraging technology to facilitate community building and foster real-world connections, OOt aims to combat social isolation and promote social connection. Through our platform, individuals have the opportunity to engage with others who share their interests and values, forging meaningful relationships and combating the negative effects of social disconnection. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Dress for Success, a renowned organization dedicated to empowering individuals through professional attire and development programs, is leveraging OOt to address a crucial need within their Youth Cohort. This initiative aims to provide a platform for the cohort members to communicate effectively as a community and to encourage meaningful face-to-face interactions, which were previously lacking. Community Building: OOt enables Dress for Success to establish a dedicated online community space for their Youth Cohort, where members can connect, share experiences, and support one another. By creating a digital hub tailored to their specific needs, Dress for Success fosters a sense of belonging and unity among cohort members. Communication Facilitation: Prior to utilizing OOt, the Youth Cohort lacked a centralized platform for communication, making it challenging for members to stay connected and engaged. With OOt's comprehensive communication tools, including chat functionalities and community pages, Dress for Success now provides a seamless communication channel for the cohort to interact regularly and efficiently. Encouraging Face-to-Face Interactions: Recognizing the importance of face-to-face interactions in building strong relationships and fostering personal growth, Dress for Success utilizes OOt to organize in-person events and meetups for the Youth Cohort. By leveraging OOt's geographical proximity settings, cohort members can easily connect with others in their vicinity, facilitating meaningful offline interactions and networking opportunities. Promoting Engagement: Through OOt's platform, Dress for Success encourages active participation and engagement within the Youth Cohort community. By organizing community events, workshops, and mentorship programs, Dress for Success cultivates a supportive environment where members feel empowered to collaborate, learn, and grow together. By leveraging OOt, Dress for Success effectively addresses the communication and connectivity needs of their Youth Cohort, empowering members to engage with one another as a community and fostering meaningful face-to-face interactions. Through this initiative, Dress for Success continues to uphold its mission of empowering individuals to achieve economic independence and professional success. | thyagi@oot.live | ||||||||||||||
53 | Program | University Without Walls | DOROT | Social connection | Phone | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | DOROT provides free teleconference group programs for social engagement and lifelong learning for older adults. Through small classes, led by skilled facilitators over the phone, participants enjoy art and culture, current events, health and well-being and even exercise and meditation, all from the comfort of home. Support groups are also offered for those experiencing vision loss, bereavement, and other challenges and offer an opportunity to learn about the experiences of others, share their own challenges and receive guidance from social workers and other trained professionals. DOROT staff connects older adults into these calls to ensure that they are accessible to all. | University Without Walls provides a community for older adults who may have few other opportunities for social connection because of mobility challenges, vision loss, and lack of access to online and digital programs. Facilitators are trained to encourage social engagement and a sense of belonging among participants. | Older adults | Please view the quarterly University Without Walls class catalog on our website, or call to have one mailed. Participation is free and open to all those 60 and over. | eamstutz@dorotusa.org | ||||||||||||||
54 | Service | CaringBridge.org | CaringBridge | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Phone, Video | Solution for a whole community | CaringBridge is a nonprofit, no cost health platform that surrounds family caregivers with support while they care for a loved one on a health journey. The organization offers tools to share and document a health journey, simplify care coordination, and connect caregivers with a supportive community. | CaringBridge addresses feelings of overwhelm, isolation, and loneliness by improving emotional health and social connectedness, helping people come together in support of healing. Over 300,000 people use CaringBridge every day to send or receive support. There are over 1,600 messages of love, hope, and compassion posted every hour. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | 2/3 of CaringBridge caregivers receive a matched offer of support within 24 hours of their request. [Bloom 2021] CaringBridge provide a means for patients to receive emotional support (~40% of posts) and instrumental support (25% of posts). [Smith 2020] Caregivers rank chores, food, financial assistance, personal care, and transportation as the most important categories of support. [Smith 2020] | sschmid@caringbridge.org | ||||||||||||||
55 | Program | ElliQ | Intuition Robotics | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid | Solution that individual can use on their own | ElliQ is an AI care companion designed to help alleviate loneliness of older adults and create an ongoing relationship that drives high engagement and behavioral changes that in turn contribute to better care, improved health, social connectedness, and happiness | ElliQ reduces loneliness and social isolation, while empowering independence. The robotic AI companion is empathetic and can hold meaningful conversations, creating a sense of companionship for the user. It also promotes connectivity with family members through the "friendly calling" feature.Secondly, ElliQ enhances health, safety, well-being, and independence. It offers guided exercise videos to encourage physical activity. It also allows older adults to stay independent by keeping in touch with caregivers through video chat and messaging features. Thirdly, ElliQ familiarizes older adults with technology. Its user-friendly interface makes it easy for them to use the device. By using the video chat and messaging features, they can become more comfortable with these technologies on other devices as well. Lastly, ElliQ integrates with local services. Government partners can coordinate meal delivery and transportation to medical appointments through ElliQ. Case managers can promote community events for older adults. Users can receive notifications and RSVP to these events through the device. ElliQ is a remarkable companion that effectively combat loneliness, boosts health and well-being, and empowers older adults with convenient access to technology and local resources. With proven outcomes, the device has demonstrated substantial reduction in feelings of loneliness and social isolation by 95% while showing a significant 94% improvement in health and well-being indicators. This impact is achieved through daily engagement, averaging over 20 interactions between ElliQ and the older adult. | Older adults, Veterans | https://aging.ny.gov/news/nysofas-rollout-ai-companion-robot-elliq-shows-95-reduction-loneliness https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/chatty-robot-helps-seniors-fight-loneliness-through-ai-companionship/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SkEu7LgTrE | gad@intuitionrobotics.com | ||||||||||||||
56 | Product | Connectivities | Connectivities | Social isolation, Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Connectivities are ready to go hands-on activity kits that foster social connections for people of all ages. Our Seniors line specifically addresses older adults through cognitive, sensory, social and other types of engagement. Our Diverse Learners and Social Focus line helps children who have social, learning and cognitive differences learn to make connections and build relationships. | The two populations that Connectivities serves, Diverse Learners and Seniors benefit in different ways. For Diverse Learners, through Connectivities they have the opportunity to apply learning in a hands-on setting and practice much needed skills needed to build social connections. For our Seniors, Connectivities sets the stage for small groups to embark on a shared experience that builds connection, fun and laughter along the way. It also benefits Seniors living at home be helping their family caregivers learn to connect with them where they are now. Alleviating the isolation and loneliness felt by both parties. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, Older adults | https://youtu.be/3IXeUV1oZrA | mandy@connectivities.us | ||||||||||||||
57 | Program | Zero Isolation Program | Nicholas R. Nicholson | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | The Zero Isolation Program is an evidenced based program that is designed to provide a safe space (infrastructure) for engagement in a multigenerational atmosphere to build more socially integrated communities. The program is simple in its concept but multi-faceted in its impact. In other words its easy for group members to participate in, yet complex in everything that is happening in the background. The concept of Zero isolation , is that by going through program we are able to integrate each group member to a new community and/ or back into the community they come from. We are working with many generations integrating together in the same virtual space (on In-person)… participants AND Zero Isolation team members. We have data to support that this concept is working. It is a 6 week program, meeting weekly and is hosted by two Zero Isolation facilitators, and 2-4 zero isolation group navigators (the participant's assigned person to help with...logistics and support. Typically 8-10 participants per group. | The overall goal is to provide a program to improve social integration in older adults which: Reduces social isolation & builds social integration Reduces loneliness Expands the social network of participants Increases knowledge of related concepts (social isolation, social support, loneliness etc.) Increases the confidence of older adults in social settings Present and practice skills that are essential to social success Zero Isolation does so through offering safe group space for open honest discussion, discussion of past positive experiences, small group activities, learning about the psycho-social conditions (social isolation, loneliness), life skill re-familiarization, out-of-session tasks/ assignments to practice skills discussed. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Underserved communities | A quote from a participant that illustrates Zero isolation in Action, "I learned how to interact with individuals who have a different outlook on life as I do. I also learned how to respond to certain statements or situations in a more neutral and nonjudgemental way. I learned how to interact with a wide array of people with different personalities and behaviors. I see why pushing myself a bit to talk and be around people is good for my health" | nicholas.nicholson@quinnipiac.edu | ||||||||||||||
58 | Service | Coaching for Living Alone | Plan B Connections | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid, Phone, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Did you know nearly 30% of American households are occupied by individuals living alone? Who has their backs when something happens? Who will take care of us as we age? That's what my venture Plan B Connections is all about! I have been working to strengthen social health for those living alone for 14 years. My TEDx talk "Living Alone, Living Connected" (please see the link below) highlights my efforts. To dedicate the rest of my career to this mission, I am a Master's in Social Work student at Ohio State University seeking ways to support individuals ages 50+ living alone. They may be seeking connections for friendship and/or for "have your back" support through life's challenges. While pursuing this degree, I offer free life and career coaching to those living alone. Additionally, I volunteer to teach Bone Builders at a local senior center, make phone calls to an isolated senior through Front Porch's Friendly Calls program, participate in a local time bank, and coordinate a pet-sitting exchange in my community. I am always looking for ways to make a difference! | I volunteer to have the backs of those facing life challenges alone. For example, I recently watched pets for a neighbor living alone who needed to have surgery and had no one else to ask. I offered free career coaching to an unemployed person living alone and disheartened by her long job search. I am pursuing a master's in social work to expand my work in this area and engage in this work full-time. | Adults, Older adults | https://youtu.be/KRVjj02BxEk?si=cxfdtcYUFwTs_xhw | planbconnetions@gmail.com | ||||||||||||||
59 | Program | Wyman's Teen Connection Project (TCP) | Wyman | Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Specifically designed for high school teens, TCP aims to enhance peer relationships and connections to others, foster school belonging and engagement, develop social-emotional skills, and promote overall well-being through a series of 12 curriculum-based small group sessions that can be delivered in an in-school or community-based setting. Facilitated by trained adults, small groups of up to 15 youth meet weekly to engage in structured group lessons across a 12-14 week program cycle. The curriculum is meticulously crafted, drawing from interventions proven to strengthen connections and gradually cultivate trust within the group, ultimately empowering youth to apply these skills beyond the program setting. Wyman delivers TCP in our hometown of St. Louis, Missouri, and has developed a training and support model to help other organizations replicate the program in their own communities. When organizations partner with Wyman to replicate TCP, they become a member of Wyman’s National Network and are engaged in a comprehensive, relationship-based replication partnership. Through this partnership with Wyman, organizations receive: 1) intensive program training and start-up support; 2) periodic program reviews; 3) access to a proprietary data collection and monitoring system, Wyman Connect; 4) ongoing technical assistance and training opportunities to ensure high quality implementation. | TCP is effective in promoting social connections among youth as demonstrated by the results of a rigorous, randomized control trial conducted through a research-to-practice partnership between Wyman and Dr. Joseph Allen from the University of Virginia (2016-2019). This research demonstrated statistically significant improvements in peer relationships, school engagement, social coping, and depressive symptoms, even 4 months after program completion. Teens also reported a high rate of program satisfaction. TCP has been recognized as a SELect program by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) and received as a Promising Program by Blueprints for Healthy Youth Development and The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare (CEBC). TCP is Sequenced, Active, Focused, and Explicit (S.A.F.E.) – principles known to lead to positive outcomes in social-emotional learning programs, and is based on research on the unique strengths of adolescents. In the program, youth engage with topics relevant to connecting with others both on and offline, such as: exploring how “masks” (acting differently on the outside than you feel on the inside) can hinder genuine connection; healthy communication and how to deal with conflict; and strengthening connections by showing appreciation for others through a #YouMatter project. TCP was developed to address the needs of youth who often lack access to programs that lead to deep and transformative positive peer relationships. These relationships significantly impact well-being in both the short and long-term, particularly for those with marginalized identities. TCP’s focus on connections is particularly meaningful for youth impacted by systems of inequity. | High school students | The Teen Connection Project (TCP) curriculum contains 12 lessons for high school aged youth. Lessons start with opportunities for the group to get to know each other, establish expectations for their time together, and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of connections. They continue through lessons that address barriers to connecting – such as how we communicate and handle conflict, and our views on trust. Week by week, participants have opportunities to share their personal experiences. One example is the lesson ‘If You Really Knew Me’. Teens anonymously respond to prompts regarding a variety of topics, including things they worry about or what they find difficult in school. This provides a safe space to be vulnerable and connect with their peers. As teens move toward their final lesson, they share a challenge with each other. Something that has influenced who they are. This helps them see everyone has a story and sometimes knowing those stories allows us to connect on a deeper level. They wrap up the program with a celebration of each other. Everyone is celebrated for their strengths; they reflect on their time spent together, and how they can carry their experiences into other areas of their lives. In TCP, young people are presented with a supportive environment, caring adults, the opportunity to take healthy risks, and a safe environment to open up and connect with each other. And they are leaning into that opportunity with enthusiasm. Teens share that they are more willing to speak to someone they don’t know and are feeling more confident in their social interactions. Teachers say students who previously were reserved and disengaged in class are speaking up and participating more. School staff see students making new friends. “TCP taught me that it’s okay to continue opening up with my friends and being assertive about my feelings,” says L.G., a TCP participant. “I am me and there is nothing wrong with that.” Participants in the program frequently express that they believe all high schoolers – and even adults – could benefit from participating in this program. “I would recommend people to TCP because it’s an opportunity to meet new people, it’s a great safe place to talk about stuff, it’s an open space, and it makes you feel better,” says Gibraun Crawford, TCP participant at University City High School. “In TCP Lesson 7, You Are Not Alone, it’s like a deep talk with everyone and you can get feelings off your chest. Everyone has problems, not everybody is perfect. I feel like people should know everybody goes through things and that they are not alone. When we talk to others about problems, it can be a relief and it can make you feel better.” As a facilitator, Crystal has seen young people go from barely knowing the names of their fellow group members to sitting together at lunch and walking together. Other facilitators have seen participants share with peers that they feel isolated and lonely at school, and watched those peers respond with solutions like volunteering to walk them to class, engaging with them on social media, and inviting them to hang out after school. “TCP encouraged the teens to be true to their emotions, gave them tools and strategies to make connections, and made them feel less isolated,” says R. Levario, a TCP Facilitator. “TCP offered many of these teens a safe space to express themselves.” | nicki.thomson@wymancenter.org | ||||||||||||||
60 | Program | Connect& | Normal Next | Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Connect& is an innovative structured program that intentionally promotes meaningful social connection by providing a way for younger and older participants to start a conversation with each other. It’s reciprocal and equal, transforming the well-being of younger and older adults alike through collaborative and creative shared experiences. Each session levels the playing field by inviting participants to create something together without any prior experience. Teen participants say they were surprised to find “it’s so fun to do stuff with older/younger generations” and older adult participants share that they “want more events like this for the generations to interact.” Co-created and tested with a multigenerational team, we believe that meaningful intergenerational connections are the answer to today’s social isolation and loneliness epidemic. Unlike other programs, we center everything we do on sparking new conversations and connections. | The US is both more age-diverse and age-segregated than ever before. The Surgeon General has identified loneliness and social isolation as epidemics that affect younger and older adults nationwide. But the US lacks intergenerational solutions. Research shows that intergenerational engagement has a positive impact on cognitive, social, and health outcomes. Meaningful social connections contribute to better life trajectories. We build on this evidence, believing that bringing together people of different age groups is conducive to qualitatively different ideas and outcomes. We need more opportunities for generations to get to know each other as people and have fun together. Connect& fosters intergenerational connection through specially designed shared activities that spark creativity and reflection. 78% of our participants feel more connected to the other generation in just one session. Our experiences are rooted in creativity and play, no prior experience is required. Each session centers on an activity that prompts reflection and sparks new conversation. Participants leave sessions eager to continue new relationships formed across generations. | Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Older adults | "If I had a magic wand, the best way for generations to interact would be exactly like this." - Connect& Participant, Brown Family YMCA 50 and Better "I learned that humor is a connection across all age groups, and we can all find something to laugh at." - Connect& Participant, Johnson Family YMCA Teen "I fell in love with my teen participants" - Connect& Participant, Johnson Family YMCA Senior "I learned we are all connected. We are similar in a lot of ways, but I can learn from them too!" - Connect& Participant, Brown Family YMCA Teen Leader | meg@normalnext.org | ||||||||||||||
61 | Program | Community Living Room | Ebb & Flow Connections Cooperative | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Community Living Room (CLR) is a non-clinical, person-centered environment for people seeking social connection and emotional support. The primary objective of CLR is to utilize the concept of connection as a framework for prevention in a no-cost, community-based supportive space. The outcome of CLR is connection. CLR is grounded in the present, offering a healing listening space for people to be seen, heard, and valued just as they are. CLR is often offered as a three hour pop up space with three paid listeners and food to share. CLR is offered both in person and in virtual space. | Community Living Room offers an opportunity for connection through mutual support. Trained listeners (practioniers of Emotional CPR - eCPR) create a space for folks to connect one on one or in groups. CLR addresses social isolation and loneliness by creating authentic connection at the level of emotion. CLR recognizes that connection is prevention, and by offering opportunities for authentic connection, folks experience a reduced sense of social isolation and loneliness. CLR is offered in three hour blocks, no appointments or forms needed. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://www.communitylivingroom.org/ | kiversonriggers@gmail.com | ||||||||||||||
62 | Product | Pivt App | Pivt Enterprise | Loneliness | Phone | Solution for a whole community | The Pivt App was developed to help individuals who are relocating to a new city. Using moving expertise, wellness tips, and guides to the community, the app supports newcomers in connecting to their community, people they should know, and more. This app is available for both business and individuals as a solution for retaining newcomers who have relocated for work. | This solution addresses social isolation and loneliness by making the process of relocating more seamless. It provides context on a given community, equips users with tips for things to do and people to connect with, and offers wellness tips that help new movers prioritize their mental and emotional health along the way. | Adults, Older adults | As the founder of Pittsburgh Social Health, we engage with lots of newcomers and transplants to the region. Recommending this app to new students and residents equips them with an asynchronous, self-guided tool to take some of the guesswork out of what to do, where to be, and who to connect with. | haleyningersoll@gmail.com | ||||||||||||||
63 | Service | CoExperiences | CoExperiences | Social connection | Hybrid | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | CoExperiences is an employer-purchased software-as-a-service (SaaS) concierge platform powered by AI. We connect employees within organizations. We invite them to events that fit their interest and availability. The event groups are small, and the experiences are enticing. Our solution helps employees create new friends in the workplace, which improves their health and the health of the organization. | Through in-person events that fit the users' interest and availability, CoExperiences provides networking opportunities for employees within organizations to meet and organize around other areas of interest (e.g. hobbies, shared activities) | Adults | haleyningersoll@gmail.com | |||||||||||||||
64 | Program | Connection Practice Meeting | SeekHealing | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Connection Practice Meetings are peer-led, professionally facilitated group support meetings for participants to practice prosocial skills in group and 1:1 interactions, in a trauma-informed social environment. Participants are guided through relational exercises that focus on empathic listening to cultivate meaningful social connection, helping people build and maintain healthy relationships. | Connection Practice Meetings, offered in-person at our Asheville, NC and Waynesville, NC SeekHealing centers and online via Zoom, create experiential sessions for people to be in community and in connection. Facilitators actively participate within the group to eliminate hierarchy, demonstrate healthy social modeling to improve social cognition, and ensure group adheres to two agreements (confidentiality and no-advice given) to promote community safety and secure attachment connection. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Connection Practice Meetings provide a peer-driven ecosystem for community building, a trauma-informed space for people to practice clinical tools learned in therapy/treatment, and a place where all people can be seen and heard, and experience meaningful connection. I would like to invite an ambassador from the Foundation for Social Connection to attend a Connection Practice Meeting with me if anyone from your team is interested. | joey@seekhealing.org | ||||||||||||||
65 | Program | Keep Company | Keep Company | Social connection | Virtually | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Offered through employers, Keep Company connects parents and caregivers to each other. Together, and with the support of a dedicated coach, they learn the social and relational skills to re-connect with themselves and meaningfully connect with others. | Connection comes from finding similarly situated people (in a common season, at work and with family) and building the relational skills to meaningfully connect. 95% of Keep Company members report feeling more belonging and less disconnection after just a 12 week program. | Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | https://keep-company.com/case-studies | claudia@keep-company.com | ||||||||||||||
66 | Program | Healthcare-grade social prescribing solution | Art Pharmacy | Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | Art Pharmacy’s proprietary smart-matching technology considers clinical needs, patient preferences, and decades of research to connect members with personalized care. The company integrates into the care continuum by incorporating ongoing assessments along with patient monitoring and adherence programs. Art Pharmacy remains committed to reducing the operational and cost burden for payers and providers. | By emphasizing community-based support and activities social prescribing offers a less stigmatizing entry point to mental health support. It acknowledges that health and well-being are influenced by a variety of bio-psycho-social factors, thus requiring a holistic approach to care. This allows individuals to be connected to community arts and culture engagements to address the loneliness and social isolation epidemic. These communities will help individuals socialize and grow. | Elementary school students, Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Stanford University implementing solution - https://arts.stanford.edu/office-of-the-vice-president-for-the-arts/arts-prescription/ | cseeman@rhythmcommunications.com | ||||||||||||||
67 | Product | Social GPS & Social Sidekick | Flockx | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid | Solution that individual can use on their own | Driven by personal experiences of loneliness and isolation, we have created a solution designed to enhance social connections and promote human flourishing. Our platform allows individuals to explore "flocks" – interest-based communities that are active nearby – as well as discover local third places where these communities gather. Upon signing up, each user receives a Social AI Sidekick, that can answer questions ranging from "What events are happening in the local music flock?" to "Can you give me some conversation starters for a basketball event?" This AI sidekick is tailored to help users navigate social scenarios and find engaging activities suited to their interests. Our application serves as a hub for these flocks, listing all current events and activities, and providing information on known third places where like-minded people meet. By bringing together people with shared interests and providing tools to facilitate social interaction, we aim to create a more connected and supportive community environment. | Informed by user research, we understand that people are more likely to attend events when they have a buddy. However, due to the recent pandemic, not everyone has that person. Our AI Sidekick serves as a buddy, encouraging individuals to engage in social interactions with like-minded people. It supports and builds confidence for users attending group events in real life. The AI Sidekick continuously works on the user’s behalf by finding new interest-based communities (flocks), sourcing relevant news articles, and coordinating with other sidekicks. To further enhance the solution, we will introduce social health metrics in collaboration with the Human Flourishing program at Harvard. This integration will help users monitor and improve their social well-being, making our solution a comprehensive tool for addressing social isolation, loneliness, and fostering social connections. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | josh.raizon@flockx.io | |||||||||||||||
68 | Service | Interactive classes to empower older adults | GetSetUp | Social connection | Virtually, Video | Solution that individual can use on their own | GetSetUp is on a mission to help older adults learn new skills, connect with others, and unlock new life experiences. We are helping to create a world where older adults have the skills, opportunities, confidence, and connections to live their happiest, healthiest lives. GetSetUp classes are taught by older adults for older adults, and this peer-to-peer model fosters improved confidence and learning through common language and shared references. | GetSetUp helps to address aging health by assuring older adults stay connected to the technical tools they need to thrive and age in place at home including the latest technologies and software. Research has shown that older adults who learn how to utilize their tech devices to stay connected with family, and interact with others will age more successfully. “I’m a traditionalist. I like to listen to people give a talk and interact. That’s the wonderful thing about GetSetUp - you can be in on a Zoom call and ask a question as it immediately occurs to you. That’s really outstanding! . . . Technology is really becoming an essential thing to know. GetSetUp is a perfect example of where to go. The learning experiences through GetSetUp enable people to manage the technical part of their lives. It’s a great thing,” said Vermont Learner Bruce. GetSetUp’s custom-built video learning interface has been tailored to older adults of all tech levels. The platform offers support via phone and in classes to assist learners with technology, and includes a booking system complete with regular reminders and after-class notes. Older adult learners can easily connect with a safe community of millions of peers globally. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Here are written learner testimonials: https://www.getsetup.com/tags/learners Here are video testimonials from learners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTW6ddcY7tc&list=PL7MTKQqDik8E4rQzmHmqwUely3WPlMlKI Here is an article highlighting one learner's experience of our classes thanks to our SCSEP partnership: https://chicago.suntimes.com/work/2024/04/12/reduce-elder-poverty-seniors-employed-easterseals-boomers-aging Please let me know if you need something else or a different format. I'm happy to summit diverse options, images, or case studies. | liz@getsetup.io | ||||||||||||||
69 | Program | Friends in Nature | Consortium RECETAS (European project) lead by ISGlobal | Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | FIN is an adaptation from the Circle of Friends® methodology customized to the specific vulnerable populations from young adults to older people and with a focus on nature-based activities. It has two main components that are expected to complement and make synergies with each other: 1) peer support group and empowerment process including specific group dynamics and elements that were adapted according to the Circle Of Friends® methodology (individual interview, empowerment letter, diaries and training) and 2) the nature-based activities chosen by participants from a menu based on their preferences. The intervention requires 5-12 persons per group. Two trained facilitators are assigned to each group to support the group dynamics by fostering empowerment and, at the end of the group process, independence from the facilitator. A co-created menu is used. It describes the nature-based activities and resources in the intervention area and can help participants to increase their knowledge of these opportunities nearby and provide tips for maximizing their use. The menu includes activities promoted by the municipality or grassroots organizations which can accommodate the group of participants, open and freely accessible nature areas, or new activities specifically organized for the RECETAS group (e.g., urban sketching). To develop the menu, local stakeholders were engaged in a social network analysis in the earlier stages of the RECETAS project. The co-creation process enabled the development of this menu, which is tailored to the local resources. | FIN addresses loneliness using the evidence-based experience of the Circle of Friends® methodology, plus applying the knowledge that nature-based activities are an effective strategy to foster social connection. These two aspects are translated into its main components that are expected to complement and make synergies with each other: 1) peer support group and empowerment process and 2) nature-based activities. In the peer support group, the diversity and complexity of experiences of loneliness are shared using images as prompts. Moreover, the support group is expected to move towards a relation of friendship. Two facilitators are required to observe the group more thoroughly, give feedback to each other, and make better use of group dynamics, as well as increasing safety. On the other hand, nature-based activities are experienced in group, thus fostering social connection. These activities also promote being and feeling well with oneself through mindfulness and forest bath for example as well as sharing loneliness feelings through dynamics that involve nature elements. Finally, getting to know and experiencing nature activities and natural spaces in the area where people live, is used to connect people with these assets so that they can use them beyond the facilitated group process. In this sense, this program is referred to as nature-based social prescribing using a group model, since people in a group format discover together which activities are appealing to them and they would like to join individually or together with other group members. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Underserved communities | https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-023-17547-x Publication related with this programme. | laura.coll@uvic.cat | ||||||||||||||
70 | Program | Tech Coaching for Older Adults | DOROT | Social isolation, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Adult volunteers are trained in best practices for teaching tech to older adults and matched for between 4 and 8 one-to-one sessions. Volunteers empower older adults to remain independent and socially connected by building their confidence in technology and strengthening their abilities to navigate an increasing digital world where the pace of change often leaves late tech adopters behind. Tech Coaching volunteers are trained to assess the tech needs of each older adult they coach and respond to their interests. Sessions can take place in older adults homes, at community locations, or remotely for older adults who feel comfortable with Zoom. | As older adults become more comfortable and skills, through learning and practicing with patient volunteers, they gain the tools and independence to use technology to connect to the community, to communicate with family and friends, and access services and supports such as telemedicine, ordering groceries and arranging transportation. Volunteers are able to teach accessibility features for those with vision or hearing loss as well to break down barriers to using Tech. Older adults are introduced to online programs, such as those offered by DORO, to find new communities to connect with. | Older adults | awald@dorotusa.org | |||||||||||||||
71 | Program | Legacy Projects | DOROT | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Phone, Video | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | DOROT’s legacy projects provide an opportunity for older adults to share beliefs and values, lessons, hopes, memories, and stories. Older adults are paired with a trained volunteer who work with them throughout the project. Projects last for 6-8 weeks, typically for about 1 hours/week, and can be virtual or in person. The goal is to create a written or recorded keepsake for an older adult to have, and, if they wish, to share with family, friends, and loved ones. Projects can take many forms— written narratives with photos, scrapbooks, cookbooks, letters, audio or video recordings—program staff can provide ideas. The older adult shares their story, and their volunteer partner crafts the project, in the older adults voice, relying on their input throughout the project. DOROT also provides an opportunity to gather Legacy Project pairs together as a larger group, once the 6-8 weeks has concluded, to share what they have created together. | Older adults benefit from a sense of purpose and an having the opportunity to share and reflect on important parts of their lives. Through the sharing of personal stories and experiences, friendships are formed. Volunteers also gain a sense of purpose and learn from the unique life experiences that they help to document. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+ | CNisen@dorotusa.org | |||||||||||||||
72 | Service | Neighborhood Connector Framework and Coaching | CommunityWorks | Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | The Neighborhood Connector program activates residents to own their story and create change through relationships. This program is a sustainable model for social infrastructure in a neighborhood. Through trained Neighborhood Connectors, residents use what is strong – their talents, knowledge, and passion– to build the future they long for. The foundation for this model is relationships between neighbors and healthy collaboration across the neighborhood. CommunityWorks provides training, coaching, and support to launch Neighborhood Connector programs in communities across the country | A sense of belonging in your neighborhood has profound impacts on mental health, physical health, economic mobility, and civic engagement. Yet, most Americans do not even know the first names of their neighbors. A Neighborhood Connector catalyzes a shift in the culture of a neighborhood from unhealthy disconnection and isolation to belonging and meaning. They develop ways for neighbors to connect based on their strengths, talents, knowledge, and passion. With access to CommunityWorks coaching and resources, local neighborhoods get customized support to create neighborhoods where everyone belongs. And, when people have a sense of belonging in their neighborhood, they are more likely to experience belonging at work, with family, with friends and on a national level (according to the Belonging Barometer). | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, Families, Underserved communities | https://comm-works.org/stories-and-resources/ | megan@comm-works.org | ||||||||||||||
73 | Program | Onsite and Special Programs | DOROT | Social isolation, Social connection | Virtually, In-person, Hybrid | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | DOROT's Onsite & Special Programs offer a highly engaging model, fostering discovery, reflection, and community connections. With a goal to alleviate social isolation, DOROT’s programs introduce new subjects, nurture communal learning, and promote belonging through creative arts, culture, wellness, aging well, advance care planning, and legacy based programs. Through facilitated discussions, learning experiences, and arts integration, DOROT empowers older adults to connect, learn, and grow together. | DOROT's peer -based group programs bring older adults together to share common experiences, learn from one another, and gain information from knowledgeable facilitators on a range of topics. Through the group process and the shared interests, they develop relationships that often lead to friendships. | Older adults | https://dorot.trumba.com/ | cmarkham@dorotusa.org | ||||||||||||||
74 | Product | Online Peer to Peer Support Community | Wisdo Health | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually | Solution for a whole community | Wisdo Health is an evidence-based online peer support and social health platform designed to address the harmful consequences of loneliness and social isolation on health outcomes, engagement rates, and costs. The platform provides over 30 peer communities to support members struggling with mental health, chronic conditions, life stressors, and social determinants of health. The Wisdo platform uses AI to proactively connect members with real peers, not bots, who have been in their shoes and can provide emotional support and companionship to reduce their loneliness and improve their mental health and well-being. The ongoing connections are tracked continuously to validate an improvement in health outcomes. With the Wisdo app, members are never alone because they are always surrounded by people they can lean on 24/7. To date, 500,000+ adults 18+ have used Wisdo to cope with the devastating impact of loneliness. Wisdo’s current clients include local and national Medicare Advantage and Medicaid health plans as well as teletherapy and gov’t agencies. | Several studies have proven the efficacy of Wisdo to drive clinically and statistically significant changes in loneliness rates, depression, anxiety, and quality of life. In addition, it is estimated that Wisdo can result in $600-$1,200 reduction in overall annual medical costs per member, driving 5x+ ROI to our clients. The efficacy of the Wisdo’s platform has been documented in three key studies: A. Peer Reviewed Study Published in JMIR Formative Research Journal Analyzing Wisdo’s Efficacy with Vulnerable Populations; B. White Paper Summarizing 12-Month Study on Efficacy of Wisdo with Dual Medicare Advantage Members with Multiple Chronic Conditions; C. Peer-Reviewed Study Analyzing Wisdo’s Efficacy with High Acuity Members. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Underserved communities | Peer Assistance Services, Inc. a Denver-based non-profit, in coordination with Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program), decided to deploy Wisdo Health’s HIPAA-compliant and online peer support and social health platform to adults in Colorado. The goal was to examine its efficacy in engaging vulnerable adults experiencing behavioral health issues and loneliness and in improving their clinical mental health outcomes. Following a strong initial deployment, which resulted in a peer-reviewed study published in JMIR Formative Research, Wisdo is now available to adults across Colorado until late 2026. | annette.fellows@outlook.com | ||||||||||||||
75 | Program | Healing circles | Healing Circles Professional Services | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Healing Circles Professional Services provides circles, tools, training, and mentoring that prepare individuals and teams to build a culture of belonging and adopt healing circles in organizational settings. Healing circles brings people together to share, listen, and reflect, guided by a set of values and mechanics. The simplicity and universality of the healing circle practice makes it uniquely positioned for systemic change. | Social disconnection is systemic throughout our communities, workplaces, and world. It is a byproduct of the pace, complexity and hierarchical culture that surrounds us. And it’s evident. It’s seen in professionals’ stress levels, incivility, and burnout. Authentic connection is a direct antidote for social disconnection. Healing circles is a foundational practice of authentic human connection. Healing circles brings people together to share, listen, and reflect, guided by a set of values and mechanics. The simplicity and universality of the healing circle practice makes it uniquely positioned for systemic change. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | More than 362 professionals representing 20+ healthcare organizations and academic institutions have been trained in the healing circle practice. | meghan@healingcircleshealthcare.org | ||||||||||||||
76 | Program | Widows Helping Widows | The W Connection, Inc | Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution for a whole community | Losing your life partner is one of the most challenging transitions in a woman’s life. Widows are at risk for loneliness and social isolation. Since our founding, we have helped over 10,000 women overcome the physical, emotional, and social challenges of widowhood, and find hope and fulfillment again in their lives. Unlike typical widow support groups, our specialized programs are created and facilitated by widows for widows by providing opportunities that promote social connection. Each program offers meaningful support, education, empowerment and hope– to help widows re-imagine, re-invent, and ultimately rebuild your life. Our virtual and in-person groups, i.e. Peer-Led Topic Meetings, W Chat, Educational Webinars, W Clubs (in-person), Social Events and our member directory provide numerous opportunities for our community to connect with one another. In a recent survey, 97% of our members agree that “connecting with other widows at the W Connection gives me strength and hope.” | Our widow support meetings are facilitated by trained peer volunteers in a safe and confidential environment and are meant to help our community to find new tools and strategies for confronting the challenges of widowhood –including Leveraging Your Character Strengths, Building Your Resilience, Overcoming Loneliness, Processing Grief, Anger, Guilt. Post Traumatic Growth, Rediscovering Our Identities. We offer the same topic discussion at least 5 times each month with a rotating group of peer-co-hosts. All topics promote social connection. Two topics specifically address overcoming loneliness and strategies for creating a connected life. Our robust programming and opportunities for social interactions encourage members to implement strategies that prevent social isolation and loneliness. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+ | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viFYhsmgvW4 | dawn@wconnection.org | ||||||||||||||
77 | Product | Lookupp | Lookupp | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | Lookupp is a youth-led nonprofit organization dedicated to combating social isolation and loneliness by promoting meaningful, screen-free interactions. Our app encourages users to put down their phones and engage with those around them. By leveraging a community-powered reward system, Lookupp incentivizes users to participate in in-person social interactions. Here's how it works: A user initiates a 'Lookupp zone,' which sends a notification to everyone nearby with the app. When users in the zone put down their phones, they earn points that can be translated into real-life rewards. This system fosters a culture of real-world engagement among youth and promotes face-to-face interactions. Additionally, students are rewarded with academic credit when using Lookupp in schools, improving classroom focus and connection with peers. Ultimately, Lookupp addresses social isolation by fostering long-term positive digital habits. | Lookupp combats social isolation and loneliness by prompting users to engage in face-to-face interactions when they are near each other. This encouragement to put down their phones and connect in person fosters stronger social bonds and reduces feelings of loneliness. Implemented in schools, Lookupp helps students develop healthier social habits, leading to more meaningful connections with their peers. This approach enhances social connection and mitigates screen-induced loneliness. | Middle school students, High school students, Young adults, Families | team@lookupp.net | |||||||||||||||
78 | Product | VillageSpaces | VillageSpaces | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually | Solution that involves the engagement of two people or a small group of people | VillageSpaces is a virtual world where you can meet face-to-face with others who share your interests and passions. We've designed it to feel as natural as meeting in person. Just enter a space/building that suits your fancy, sit at a table, and start video chatting. Our goal is to make connecting with others as easy and enjoyable as possible. Think of it as an online social club for everyone, regardless of age, interest, beliefs, or language, we try to accommodate all of us. | The VillageSpaces App facilitates face to face social interactions to alleviate loneliness, promoting both mental and physical health. In modern society, numerous barriers (SDoH)—such as time constraints, financial costs, societal norms/structures, and psychological challenges—impede individuals from talking meaningfully to others. The app addresses these obstacles by enabling users to meet around diverse interests and passions. Within these spaces, users can initiate or join conversations to foster meaningful social connections. For healthcare providers and health plans the app can serve a social subscribing solution. For users, it is just a fun place to hangout. | Young adults, Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | vincent@villagespaces.com | |||||||||||||||
79 | Program | Uniper | Uniper Care | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, Video | Solution that individual can use on their own | Uniper is a solution created to reduce social isolation, empower independence and improve overall wellbeing for older adults aging at home. We accomplish this by engaging individuals in an interactive community where they can connect, learn, grow and thrive. All through their TV. | Uniper is engaging older adults aging at home in an interactive community where they can connect, learn, grow and thrive. All through their TV. | Older adults | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2b0b10cMPLk | moshe.gerber@uniper-care.com | ||||||||||||||
80 | Program | Companion Volunteers | National Association of Long-Term Care Volunteers | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | The National Association of Long-Term Care Volunteers (NALTCV) is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals residing in long-term care communities. Recognizing the profound impact of loneliness and social isolation, NALTCV focuses on training and deploying companion volunteers to build authentic, meaningful relationships with residents. Nearly half of the 1.5 million people in these communities seldom receive visits, leading to feelings of abandonment and disconnection from society. NALTCV aims to change this narrative by fostering human connection and companionship. Our organization offers comprehensive training programs for volunteers, equipping them with the skills necessary to engage effectively and empathetically with residents. This training emphasizes the importance of building trust, understanding individual needs, and creating genuine connections. By doing so, volunteers become a vital part of residents' lives, significantly improving their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. In addition to initial training, NALTCV provides ongoing support and advanced training opportunities to ensure volunteers remain well-prepared and motivated. We also highlight the contributions of outstanding volunteers, showcasing the difference they make in the lives of those they serve. NALTCV is committed to presenting research that underscores the benefits of companion volunteers in mitigating loneliness and enhancing the quality of life in long-term care settings. Through community outreach and partnerships, we aim to expand our network of volunteers and bring awareness to the critical role they play. By advocating for this cause, NALTCV strives to create a compassionate and connected community for all long-term care residents. | The solution provided by the National Association of Long-Term Care Volunteers (NALTCV) directly addresses social isolation, loneliness, and fosters social connection through a multifaceted approach centered around companion volunteers. By training volunteers to create authentic and meaningful relationships with residents in long-term care communities, NALTCV tackles the core issue of loneliness. Volunteers are equipped with skills to build trust and engage empathetically, ensuring they can connect on a personal level with each resident. Social isolation is mitigated as volunteers offer consistent and reliable companionship, providing residents with regular social interactions that they might otherwise lack. This consistent presence helps residents feel valued and connected, reducing feelings of abandonment and disconnection from society. The training programs emphasize understanding and addressing individual needs, which helps in tailoring interactions that are genuinely meaningful for each resident. Furthermore, the ongoing support and advanced training for volunteers ensure sustained engagement and the continual development of their skills. Highlighting the contributions of outstanding volunteers also fosters a sense of community and shared purpose. By promoting research and raising awareness about the importance of companionship in long-term care settings, NALTCV advocates for broader societal recognition and support for these initiatives, ultimately fostering a more connected and compassionate community. | Adults, Older adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Underserved communities | Currently we are working with various long-term care communities around the U.S. to help them recruit and train companion volunteers. We have several pilot programs in progress. The volunteers learn a person's history, likes and dislikes, favorite activities, and family history. With this information, the companion volunteer creates individualized activities for the resident. | pfalkowski@naltcv.org | ||||||||||||||
81 | Service | Grouper | Grouper | Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection | Virtually, In-person | Solution that individual can use on their own | Grouper’s mission is to encourage healthy living through activities that build meaningful social connections and shared experiences. Social connection is a powerful antidote to social isolation and loneliness – conditions that have significant and detrimental impacts on health, quality of life, and healthcare costs and as recognized in the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent advisory. Grouper is focused on the physical, emotional and mental fitness of older adults through the social connection formed in group activities like bridge, bowling, gardening, pickleball, walking and many others. Grouper supports social connection among older adults in three ways: 1. Grouper administers supplemental fitness benefits on behalf of Medicare Advantage and Med Supp health plans by connecting older adults to group activities and covering the costs of participation. 2. Grouper maintains a proprietary network of unique groups that offer activities (bridge, bowling, gardening, pickleball, walking, and more) some of whom rely upon Grouper’s management support to build their club communities. This work includes a nationwide directory of clubs and organizations that offer countless ways to connect in person. 3. Grouper creates unique communities by operating and managing activity clubs for the benefit of older adults who either are not socially active, lack access to activity groups or are seeking a new group connection. Our product offers covered members access to our communities, clubs, club directory and services to get and stay connected including financial incentives to offset the cost of dues and ongoing participation. | Programs and solutions that have tried to address social disconnection as a driver of health tended to view older adults in dichotomous ways (e.g., someone is lonely or they’re not). The problem with this approach is that the evidence shows a gradient of disconnection among populations. Every older adult falls somewhere on the continuum of social connection, with low social connection generally associated with poorer outcomes and higher social connection with better outcomes. Grouper’s advantage is that it offers something for everyone enrolled regardless of where they fall on the continuum of disconnection. All members in contracted plans are eligible for enrollment with Grouper and have social activities as a covered benefit. In this way, Grouper’s platform supports older adults with varying risk of social disconnection and makes it a highly scalable solution. A woman who plays pickleball 5 times a week and an elderly man who lives alone and is inactive both benefit from Grouper and each can, through our offerings, find a path to social connection. The range of group activities is sufficiently wide that there is at least one activity of interest for every member. Where members lack access to group activities, Grouper owns and operates groups to close the access gap and provide an immediate path to social connectivity. Grouper’s tools and resources - such as a nationwide directory of groups and a network of volunteer ambassadors in local communities to help introduce seniors seeking social activities to clubs - are intended to provide holistic support for all members. Grouper partners with groups, clubs and associations that represent the range of diversity of members as a whole. | Older adults | https://hellogrouper.com/rc-eagles-keep-passions-and-most-model-planes-aloft/ | amy.cheslock@hellogrouper.com | ||||||||||||||
82 | Program | Dear Hospital | Children's Hospital of Orange County | Social Connection | In-person | Solution for a whole community | The Dear Hospital storytelling initiative emphasizes the importance of human connection in healthcare. Launched in response to challenges in engagement and retention, the program fosters empathy, understanding, and a sense of belonging through personal storytelling. Healthcare professionals, associates, and medical staff are invited to share their unique experiences in facilitated sessions, creating a safe space for reflection and connection. The initiative incorporates storytelling sessions, professional photographs, and pop-up immersive experiences, with participants’ stories visually represented. Over 1,000 individuals have participated, reporting high levels of connection to their colleagues, organizational values, and an increased sense of community. Beyond individual impact, Dear Hospital strengthens organizational culture, with stories reinforcing core values such as compassion, collaboration, and resilience. It has become a model for enhancing engagement and building a supportive work environment. | The Dear Hospital storytelling initiative directly addresses social isolation and loneliness by fostering meaningful social connections within the healthcare community. By creating safe spaces for individuals to share their personal experiences, the program helps participants form deeper bonds with colleagues, reducing feelings of isolation. These storytelling sessions provide an opportunity for staff to be heard, recognized, and valued, creating a sense of belonging that combats loneliness. Participants report increased connection to organizational values and to one another, as stories help bridge gaps between different roles and departments. The program also emphasizes empathy and understanding, allowing participants to see themselves in each other’s experiences, which strengthens relational ties. By spotlighting shared challenges and triumphs, Dear Hospital encourages a collective sense of purpose and camaraderie, mitigating the effects of social isolation. Additionally, pop-up immersive experiences and professional photographs celebrate and visually represent these stories, enhancing visibility and reinforcing the importance of community and shared resilience. This initiative aligns with broader organizational efforts to create an inclusive, supportive environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being through connection. In the long term, Dear Hospital not only promotes social connection but also contributes to a positive work environment that nurtures collaboration, engagement, and retention, helping address workplace loneliness in a profound and sustainable way. | Adults | jhayakawa@choc.org | |||||||||||||||
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