Reduce Your Risk of Social Isolation and Loneliness – the Wisconsin Coalition for Social Connection Can Help!

Social isolation and loneliness are common for older adults and people with disabilities. But there are things you can do to become more socially connected and feel a sense of belonging! The Wisconsin Coalition for Social Connection (WCSC) has information and tools for you! WCSC encourages individuals and organizations from all across the state to join us in supporting people who are lonely and/or socially isolated. Take a look around and learn about the benefits of social connection and ways to get connected.

Social Isolation & Loneliness: What’s the Difference?

Social Isolation

The objective experience of having few or infrequent social connections.

Loneliness

The subjective and distressing feeling of being alone or isolated, often defined as the difference between actual and desired level of social connection.

Social Connection

The ways that people can be physically, emotionally, and culturally connected to others.

Belonging

A fundamental human need – the feeling of deep connection with social groups, physical places, and individual and collective experiences

Take the Self-Evaluation to determine your level of connection!

Percent of older adults live alone

Percent of adults age 45+ who report feeling lonely

Percent increased risk of early death due to feeling lonely

Percent of individuals with disabilities that lack social support also report dissatisfaction with life

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