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Social support
Sometimes getting older is associated with feeling lonely and isolated. This is why most community services offer help for older people and their carers to get out and about in the community.
Just becoming more active is an excellent way to deal with loneliness. Getting involved in clubs and associations – and meeting people who have similar interests – gives your day a structure and establishes routines so that there are things to look forward to and enjoy all the time. Some suggestions are:
- your local PROBUS club
- the RSL
- libraries, museums, galleries
- University of the Third Age classes,
- online discussion groups
- church organisations
- local senior citizens’ groups
- community centres, and
- getting together once a week with your neighbours.
Talk to your community care service provider if you want more help getting out and about. And if you’re suffering from loneliness, contact friends, family or counsellors/pastors to let them know how you’re feeling. You can also go online and visit BeyondBlue (more information). Safety, security, accessibility and comfort are all prime considerations for a one-stop resource for people with depression and for those who suffer from loneliness.
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