The Understanding Newcomer Experiences of Inclusion (UNEOI) is a two-year community-based research project looking at newcomers’ experiences of settlement, integration, and inclusion and [...]

Storytelling Alberta has launched a free program called Story Calls to give people an activity to do during the COVID-19 pandemic. One of their storytellers will call you and share […]

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic many Edmonton seniors organizations are either closed or placing restrictions on programming and services. However, some services are continuing and community [...]

Social isolation is an objective state of being disconnected that can have serious health ramifications. Research has found the health effects of isolation are on par with widely known health [...]

In 2017, the Pan-Edmonton Group Addressing Social Isolation of Seniors (PEGASIS) commissioned a survey to get a picture of seniors’ social isolation in Edmonton. Conducted by Insights West using [...]

While it’s true that anyone can say hello or drop in for a cup of coffee to help an isolated senior, the average person can’t be expected to provide in-depth […]

Inclusion and social connectedness are crucial to good health. Community-based seniors organizations keep seniors connected, engaged and healthy – a service that’s vital to the social health of [...]

If someone asked you to spot the signs of social isolation, would you know what to look for? Although there are some common risk factors, isolation is complex and the […]

The roles we play are key to our sense of identity and understanding of our place in the world. Each one of us assumes a variety of roles, be it […]

Patricia is a fighter through and through. As she sits in her small apartment living room on Edmonton’s north side, she recounts the past years, which have not been without […]