Many older adults are much more lonely, isolated, or disconnected than we realize. And we often get too caught up in our lives to make an effort to get together with our older friends & family members, or to check-in with our elderly neighbors.
What can make things worse is that older adults who feel most isolated struggle with reaching out in the first place. Sometimes, they don’t want to be perceived as a burden. But if they feel like others don’t seek them, they can withdraw even further. That’s why it’s up to us to reach out to them.
It’s important to be on the lookout for social isolation in older adults. Here are some things to consider:
If you are concerned about an older adult’s safety — don’t hesitate — call the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging at (805) 477-7300 or visit: www.vcaaa.org. If there is an emergency, call 911.
Call 911 and ask for a CIT Officer.
Call 911 and ask for a CIT Officer.
Talk with someone local now:
VCBH Crisis & Referral Line
1-866-998-2243 • www.VCBH.org
Free • Confidential • 24/7
Or call the national support line:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call, text, or TTY: 988
Web Chat: www.988lifeline.org
Free • Confidential • 24/7
Talk with someone local now:
VCBH Crisis & Referral Line
1-866-998-2243 • www.VCBH.org
Free • Confidential • 24/7
Or call the national support line:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call, text, or TTY: 988
Web Chat: www.988lifeline.org
Free • Confidential • 24/7
Call the Senior Support Line:
1-800-235-9980
Resources for Older Adults:
Ventura County Area Agency on Aging
Call 805-477-7300
or go to their website – www.vcaaa.org
Call the Senior Support Line:
1-800-235-9980
Resources for Older Adults:
Ventura County Area Agency on Aging
Call 805-477-7300
or go to their website – www.vcaaa.org
Veterans Crisis Line
Call 988 and press 1
veteranscrisisline.net
Free • Confidential • 24/7
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Veterans Crisis Line
Call 988 and press 1
veteranscrisisline.net
Free • Confidential • 24/7
More resources for Military and Veterans >
Law enforcement COPLINE
1-800-267-5463
www.copline.org
NVFC First Responder Helpline
Fire, EMS, and other rescue workers
1-888-731-3473
www.nvfc.org/help
Law enforcement COPLINE
1-800-267-5463
www.copline.org
NVFC First Responder Helpline
Fire, EMS, and other rescue workers
1-888-731-3473
www.nvfc.org/help
Make it a practice to reach out to others throughout the year. It benefits the people we connect with — and us as well.