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Finding ways to stay socially engaged is important to everyone. There are many tools that can help older adults, people with disabilities, veterans, caregivers, and families find community resources and supports.

Learn more about the importance of maintaining social and community connections are you get older... and how you can strengthen your social connections using 12 strategies such as volunteering, learning, exercising, connecting via tech, and stepping outside your comfort zone.  

Social Isolation is more than feeling lonely. How connected are you?

Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. But as people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. 

Research has shown that people who feel "young at heart" have more gray matter in their brains.

Throughout your life positive social habits can help you build supports systems and stay healthier mentally and physically.

Social connectedness influences our minds, bodies, and behaviors—all of which influence our health and life expectancy. Research shows that social connectedness can lead to longer life, better health, and improved well-being.

Gardening boosts mood, lowers dementia risk, and offers opportunities for physical activity and, in the case of community gardens, socialization.

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) has developed resources to reduce social isolation and loneliness for older adults and caregivers. 

Connecting with other people is essential to our health and well-being.

Strong social connections are important for our physical and mental well-being. Making connections with neighbors can reduce social isolation and be transformative for everyone!

No Wrong Door Virginia has created a Social Health Toolkit available on Virginia Easy Access.