A Valentine's Day card drive at Sunrise of San Mateo, sponsored by Senior Helpers, sought to combat loneliness among senior residents. Ninety-three-year-old Barbara Bollier continues her tradition of making valentines for her late husband. Senior Helpers emphasizes the significance of connection in combating loneliness, which poses a public health risk, especially among the elderly, with serious health implications. The event featured cupcakes and craft supplies, enabling seniors to create cards and share their feelings. This initiative represents broader efforts to address isolation and its effects on senior well-being.
According to former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, loneliness, isolation and the lack of connection is a public health crisis in the country.
'Social isolation can be very prevalent in the elderly community, so going to places where maybe their family is far away, just bringing that sense of connection to the seniors is important to us,' said Senior Helpers spokesperson Rebeca Gonzalez.
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