"Bridging the Quiet" Ending Senior Loneliness"
On a quiet street in Little Rock, an elderly man sips coffee on his porch. Hours pass. Not a soul walks by. For many Seniors, this stillness isn't peace= it's loneliness.
According to the CDC, nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older is considered socially isolated. And in Arkansas, where a significant portion of seniors live alone in rural or undeserved communities, the silence can stretch for days.
But social isolation isn't just about being alone. It's about feeling forgotten.
What's Helping in Little Rock
●Rock Region Metro offers discounted Seniors fares to stay mobile and connected.
●Programs like Carelink's Friendly Caller offer weekly phone chats that make a world of difference
●Tote Foundation offers friendly visits, sharing time or skills- baking, storytelling, gardening
It's easy to underestimate the power of a simple presence.But for someone feeling invisible, your hello might be the highlight of their month.
WHAT IF WE ALL TRIED?
Imagine if everyone in Little Rock reached out to just one elder this week. One conversation. One shared memory. One reminder: That you still matter.
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