The Jon McComb Show

Social isolation in Vancouver


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Social isolation is something that affects many seniors - especially those with language barriers. A U-S study shows seniors who are socially isolated suffer from poorer health and have a 30% increase in the risk of dying younger than their peers. Our Niki Reitmayer learned more about a local, volunteer-based program called “Beyond the Conversation” that aims to end social isolation for elderly immigrants.

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