Combating Loneliness and Social Isolation: The Impact on Health and Independence

Date: Tuesday 24 November, 12pm AEDT / 9am AWST

Join our upcoming 30-minute professional development webinar followed by interactive Q&A with guest speaker Sam Harper, Head of Service Delivery and Psychologist at Assure.

The session will be hosted by Elise McCann and Lucy Durack, co-founders of Hey Lemonade.

As people age, maintaining social connections becomes increasingly important for overall health and wellbeing. Loneliness and social isolation are significant risk factors that can impact not only mental health, but also physical health, functional capacity and the ability to live independently.

What we’ll cover:

Understanding loneliness, isolation and social connection – why they matter for health, wellbeing and independence
Recognising the signs and barriers to connection – what to look for when supporting clients at home
Building connection and independence – practical ways to support engagement and participation
Having supportive conversations and maintaining professional boundaries – responding to challenges while looking after your own wellbeing
Live Q&A – ask questions and hear from our expert panel

This webinar is designed for Care Partners and aged care professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of the broader social determinants of health and their role in supporting positive ageing outcomes.