Helping seniors combat loneliness over the holidays
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Helping seniors combat loneliness over the holidays
Description
December 22, 2023
The holiday season can be a lonely time for some seniors. Global News Morning speaks with CanAge CEO Laura Tamblyn Watts about why it's important to recognize why the season can be challenging for some older adults, and how to help someone who is struggling with social isolation and loneliness.
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Helping seniors combat loneliness over the holidays03:59 | December 22, 2023 -
Health Matters: Healthy skin and causes for concern03:53 | 12 hours ago -
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How to protect yourself from cold water shock04:05 | June 30, 2026 -
Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre closing02:18 | June 29, 2026 -
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Health Matters: Water safety warning after rise in drownings04:23 | June 29, 2026 -
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Health Matters: Feeding children in need over the summer months04:43 | June 26, 2026 -
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The Grocery Wars Challenge04:37 | June 22, 2026 -
Correctional officers hospitalized after exposure to substance02:21 | June 22, 2026
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Helping seniors combat loneliness over the holidays03:59 | December 22, 2023
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Health Matters: Healthy skin and causes for concern03:53 | 12 hours ago
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Anchoring Change: The push to start substance-use education earlier04:41 | July 6, 2026
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Cooking Together: Farmer’s market fresh06:52 | July 5, 2026
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Helping seniors combat loneliness over the holidays
Description
December 22, 2023
The holiday season can be a lonely time for some seniors. Global News Morning speaks with CanAge CEO Laura Tamblyn Watts about why it's important to recognize why the season can be challenging for some older adults, and how to help someone who is struggling with social isolation and loneliness.
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