Senior Spotlight: Sue
Conversations to Remember was founded with a clear mission: help fight cognitive decline in senior citizens by combating loneliness and social isolation. Since its establishment in 2020, the organization has enlisted the help of student volunteers nationwide to participate in virtual visits with seniors from all over the country. Thanks to the volunteers’ efforts and…
How Technology Can Help Seniors Experiencing Loneliness and Social Isolation
Loneliness and social isolation are major concerns for many older adults. These individuals are more likely to experience social isolation due to reasons such as losing social ties, relocating to care communities and facing limitations from their physical and mental health. When older adults are isolated and lonely, it can lead to various issues, such…
2022 Talk-a-thon Wrap-up
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2022 Talk-a-thon. Through the generosity of our supporters, we were able to raise over $20,000 to support our cause and help bring relief to lonely senior citizens. By all metrics, the 2022 Talk-a-thon surpassed our 2021 campaign. Not only did we have more donors than last year,…
How Does Loneliness Impact Our Bodies?
Over the past decade, loneliness has emerged as the next serious public health issue that researchers are trying to address. With the COVID-19 pandemic, health issues associated with loneliness have only increased. While loneliness is something everyone has experienced at least once, it can be difficult to articulate. Loneliness is defined as what someone experiences…
Combating Senior Loneliness and Isolation in 2022
After over a year of adhering to COVID-19 safety regulations, amidst a pandemic that continues to exacerbate feelings of isolation, loneliness and its impact on health is a rising concern. This is especially true in the case of senior citizens, who are inherently more prone to being isolated due to their living conditions. Senior citizens’…
C2R on College Campuses
Conversations to Remember’s college volunteers are establishing campus chapters where members can meet up in person to learn and engage in various activities together. This is the first time Conversations to Remember has helped host physical gatherings, and volunteers are reaching out to their college communities to expand the organization and further its mission. Ilayda,…
