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Avoiding social isolation

Staying connected with your community can help you avoid feeling isolated.

Changes that can lead to feelings of isolation

Major events or changes in your lifestyle can sometimes leave you feeling lonely and disconnected from your friends, family and community. Some of the events that can lead to feelings of isolation include:

  • retirement
  • looking after or losing a loved one
  • illness or disability
  • moving to a new community
  • being a victim of crime
  • losing your driver licence.

Things you can do to avoid feeling isolated

  • Exercise and eat well to stay healthy.
  • Create and maintain meaningful friendships.
  • Join in social activities to meet new people.
  • Protect your finances and manage your money well.
  • Learn something new or brush up on something you enjoy doing.
  • Become an active member of your neighbourhood by volunteering or participating in community programs and groups.

Seniors

Read about programs to help reduce social isolation among Queensland seniors.

The Seniors Enquiry Line also provides Queensland seniors with tips on how to avoid social isolation.

Phone them on 1300 135 500 for more information.

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) people

LGBTI people may often experience social isolation or exclusion due to their sexuality, or perceived sexuality.

The Open Doors Youth Service provide support and programs for people who:

  • identify themselves as LGBTI
  • have a diverse gender and/or sexuality
  • are exploring their sexuality and/or gender identity.

PFLAG Brisbane promotes the acceptance of people who reveal their sexual diversity to their family and friends.

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people

Community Action for a Multicultural Society provides support for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds who are feeling socially isolated.

People with a disability

Find out how to get out and about and stay connected with your friends, family and local community.

Discounts for carers

The Carer Business Discount Card gives eligible carers discounts and incentives from participating businesses. Applying for a card is free.

Multicultural events

Find a multicultural event or festival near you.

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Last updated:
28 November 2012

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