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Webinar Recap: Strengthening Social Connectedness Among Veterans
On May 25th, 2022, our Strengthening Social Connectedness Among Veterans webinar went live. Social connectedness plays an important role in the health and well-being of Veterans. From physical health and wellness to mental health issues like depression, PTSD or suicide, providing strong social support is
Webinar Recap: Programs to Strengthen Social Connectedness Among Young People
Last week, the April installment of 2022 Social Connectedness Webinar Series went live! We were fortunate to be joined by our three panelists, who are individuals performing invigorating work in the field with young people: Daniel Martinez Jr, MSW, Assistant Youth Programs Manager at the
Seven Books on Social Connection
Humans are intrinsically social; Social connection builds trust, it dictates where we go, who we talk to, and our interactions strongly affect our mental state. Connections and the networks have been essential to survival and happiness from the beginning of human existence. As technology, entertainment,
Introduction to Social Connectedness: What Is It?
Social connectedness is a difficult concept to describe in one sentence. Generally speaking, it is the experience of belonging to a social community or network – a feeling of being supported and connected to others who provide value and meaning in your life. Social connectedness
Social Prescribing in The USA: On the Rise?
What is social prescribing? What if, when a patient went to their health care provider for an ailment like depression, their provider not only offered pharmaceutical and clinical solutions, but asked about their interests and passions? And, after a person-centered discussion, the provider recommended and
Four Women Who Bridged Cultures and Increased Connectedness
In honoring International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we shine a light on four Women who have increased connectedness amongst us. From sharing their recipes and culture, displaying incredible courage, to showing others great empathy and not letting anything stop their creativity, these Women
Webinar Recap: Strengthening Social Connectedness Among Older Adults
Last month, the February installment of our 2022 webinar series, titled Strengthening Social Connectedness Among Older Adults, went live! We were fortunate to be joined by some experts doing work in the field: Morgan McDonald, Community Resource Navigator at The Center for African American Health,
The Kickoff of Our 2022 Strengthening Social Connectedness Webinar Series Was a Success!
In the first installment of our 2022 Strengthening Social Connectedness Webinar Series, titled Social Connectedness: Creating Clarity on Key Concepts, our Founder & CEO, Dr. Danielle Varda, along with Dr. Rose Y. Hardy, our Network Data Scientist, provided answers and insight into some foundational and
December 2021 PARTNER Updates: Here’s What’s New
We are always working on new updates and features for our products, including the PARTNER CPRM and PARTNERme. This December we launched two new features on the PARTNER Platform to provide our users more options and value. Here is a quick description of the new
Building a Strong Coalition Means Letting Go of the Reins
When building a coalition, you should set aside your preconceived conceptions and positions concerning your goals, priorities, and policies. Remaining open-minded is one of a network leader’s best tools. After all, a network’s access to different ideas and ways of thinking is one of its
7 Tips for Strategic Networking with Community Partners
A strong network of community partners is a powerful asset to any social change organization. However, it is not easy building these networks, especially if you are new to the challenge. Network science theories and lessons from the field have a great deal to teach
What is Social Isolation? Definitions, Risk, Impact, and Solutions
The past year of COVID quarantines and isolation has reaffirmed the importance of social connectedness in our lives. However, it has also exacerbated the issue of social isolation, with studies suggesting record levels of isolation and loneliness in the United States and around the world.
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