Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly in SF.
If you'd like to become a little more active but you're not sure where to begin, this #NationalWalkingMonth, why not consider some walking? 👣 It could help to strengthen bones, improve mood and keep your heart strong. Visit our website for more: https://t.co/LmU9UMgviS
A World War II veteran who fought with General Patton at the Battle of the Bulge,, my Dad will be 100 years old this year. He supports the #MarchForOurLives.
Loneliness is finally being recognised as a risk to health. But this is just the start | Laura Alcock-Ferguson https://t.co/Lxi3FjKF84 #EndLoneliness#loneliness
On April 16th, IOA is pleased to host @johnleland, award-winning New York Times reporter, as he presents inspiring stories from his current bestseller, “Happiness Is a Choice You Make: Lessons From a Year Among the Oldest Old”. https://t.co/YmCEvhtj3y #AgeOn#SanFrancisco
I met a 70 year old man today who: led me on a steep-ass hike, explained stem cell therapy entirely, taught me how much propane would power a refrigerator for 3 months, and giddily shared his love of both Jessie J and ‘Get Out’.
This is the old people liberals want.
99-year-old, George Corones, breaks 50 metre swimming world record at the Commonwealth Game trials. He celebrates his 100th birthday next month. https://t.co/xz9WiwqNed #7News
There have been a lot of articles recently about the #publichealth issue of #loneliness (including mine: https://t.co/ZzSPC3ifXC). But what can we do about it? Join the @sfglobalshapers and me for a solution-focused panel discussion on March 21: https://t.co/9Qw6AIZ4Sb
By carrying on dialogues with people from all walks of life, you are declaring to the world that, essentially, everybody is equal. Many artificial boundaries that have outlasted their superficial functions in people’s lives are still there—your courage cuts through them.
Mourning the loss of Sharen Hewitt, one of San Francisco's strongest voices fighting for social and racial justice. We are honored to have had Sharon as a member of our Curran House community. She will be missed. More on her legacy: https://t.co/1vyU5Utrg4
"If a lone elderly person sits opposite you in a cafe, put your phone away and engage with them". We can all play our part to #EndLoneliness
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