Isolation and Loneliness Resources

All Resources listed below have been sourced from The Crisis Text Line, which can be found here:

https://www.crisistextline.org/resources/

Resources for All Ages

Connect2Affect

For: Elderly Adults | Website | Director | Informative/Support

Meet the needs of elderly adults who are isolated or lonely, by building social connections in the form of social activities, volunteering, learning, wellness, etc. Resources regarding transportation, money, food, and more are also available.

Do Something

For: Teens, Youth | Website | Informative/Interactive/Advocacy

Connects young people (13-25yo) with volunteer opportunities and campaigns on a wide range of community-related topics.

Help Guide Main Site

For: Adults, Teens, Youth, Elderly, Parents, Caregivers | Website | Informative

Provides evidence-based articles, self-help tools, and readings for 21 topics for teens, adults, parents, and elderly (Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing approved).

What’s Up?

For: Teens, Adults, youth | App | Interactive

Offers methods to cope with depression, anxiety, stress, and more. The app has spaces to track habits, journal, and coping skills for deescalating difficult emotions.

Learn More About Isolation and Loneliness

What are the mental effects of isolation?

Long periods of isolation can lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, or even depression. It can affect your sleep, motivation, and sense of connection with others.

How to overcome or manage loneliness?

Start small: reaching out to a friend, joining a community, or even texting a supportive and qualified stranger can help. Learn more about loneliness here. You’re not alone, and there are ways to feel more connected. Text CONNECT to 741741 to talk with a live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor 24/7, for free.

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