WHAT ARE THE WARNING SIGNS
OF SOCIAL ISOLATION?
Social isolation can take its toll on anyone, particularly
seniors. Individuals are urged to check in with friends, family
or neighbors they suspect may be isolating to provide the
companionship and help they may need.
Human beings are wired for social
connection, but millions of people
confront isolation every day. Many
of those people are seniors who lose contact
with loved ones as time goes by. While
temporary loneliness can be tolerated,
prolonged isolation can be very harmful.
Research by the National Academies of
Sciences, Engineering and Medicine found
roughly one-quarter of American adults age
65 and older live in isolation. Identifying the
early warning signs of isolation may help to
prevent the physiological and psychological
toll isolation can take.
Here are some signs of social isolation to
watch for.
• Withdrawal from events: An early
indicator of social isolation, according to
Healthline, is a pattern of canceling plans,
not answering phone calls, and withdrawing
from established social circles or hobbies.
• Self-care is not prioritized: Another sign
of social isolation is personal hygiene and
other self-care habits like eating nutritious
meals becomes neglected. It can signal that
a person's routine has changed due to a lack
of social accountability.
• Home upkeep falters: A person who is
withdrawing from social connections may
feel it's no longer necessary to keep a home
clean and tidy since they don't anticipate
visitors.
• Irritability and low mood: Persistent
isolation can trigger a sense of hopelessness.
Individuals may become defensive or
experience dramatic shifts in mood and
sleep patterns, according to Healthline.
• Reliance on social media or television:
Socially isolated individuals may turn to
television or non-interactive social media
scrolling as a proxy for human interaction,
offers HealthDirect.
BOOK AND MEDIA SALE
Friends of the Center Moriches Library, 235 Main
Street, Center Moriches, will hold a two day Book and
Media Sale, Friday, Sept 25th, 9:30-5, and Saturday,
the 26th, 9:30-2. Cash only please.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
RiseWell Community Services seeks individuals 55+
to volunteer in local schools with the Foster Grandparent
Program. Work alongside a teacher, one-on-one to make a
difference in a child’s life. Flexible hours with a minimum
of 5 hours a week. Non-taxable stipend for volunteers who
are income eligible as well as transportation reimbursement.
For more information, call (631) 321-8229, ext. 1240 or 1241.
SUFFOLK COUNTY HOMEMAKERS
The Oakdale/Bohemia chapter of the Suffolk County
Homemakers invites you to join our group. We meet every
Wednesday, 10 a.m. at the Henrietta Acompora
Center, 49 Montauk Highway, Blue Point. Join us for
crafts, games, luncheons, and lively fun and conversation!
Any questions, feel free to contact Carol Byrne at
631-581-5708. Treat yourself to a morning of fun!
For upcoming events email at least 2-3 weeks ahead:
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