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In this episode of Growing Older Together, Lourdes discusses the experience of loneliness—what it means to feel disconnected and how it can impact our lives. Lourdes will share a listener's story about finding comfort in a new companion and offer straightforward advice on reconnecting with yourself and others. Additionally, she will provide tips for staying safe online as you seek out new connections. Join Lourdes for a conversation on navigating loneliness and finding ways to feel more connected.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Pets as Companions

• Human Animal Bond Research Institute, https://habri.org/about/  
• Importance of Animals Tackling Loneliness One Pet at a Time, https://www.campaigntoendloneliness.org/the-importance-of-animals-tackling-loneliness-one-pet-at-a-time/
• Human Animal Interaction, https://www.waltham.com/news-events/human-animal-interaction/pets-loneliness-during-pandemic

Senior Scam Alert

• U.S. Department of Justice’s Senior Scam Alert, https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/senior-scam-alert.

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