Testimonials

It is so great to see so many different organizations represented so far. I am excited to see how the Nationwide Network of Champions through the Commit to Connect Initiative can share ideas for effective approaches to address social isolation and loneliness for older adults and those living with disabilities"
- Fatoumata Keita, AARP Foundation

The C to C network is a unique and auspicious place to share ideas and collaborate. It promises to be an incubator for real world solutions to the widespread phenomenon of loneliness and disconnection. The barriers to connecting are a universal issue affecting all of us to one degree or another. This network will be a forum where innovative solutions appear, are embraced -- and realized.
- Ed Rosenberger, CEO, FlashZone LLC

The Commit to Connect Nationwide Network of Champions is the first network in the U.S. to bring together experts, practitioners and community leaders across focus areas and disciplines to help solve social isolation together. I believe the robust conversations in this community of practice will spark positive change as we learn from each other, share our successes and challenges and collaborate on solutions. Together, we have an opportunity to build more connected systems, communities and people.
- Jessica Winn, AARP Foundation

For a variety of reasons, people with disabilities often find themselves isolated and marginalized. The CtC Champions Network raises awareness of this concern and provides a structure to do something about it. Our organization focuses on full community participation of ALL community members. We build stronger communities when all really does mean all. I look forward to the CtC network supporting to connections to achieve this end.
- Martin Blair, PhD, Executive Director, UM Rural Institute

The Commit to Connect Network of Champions is an opportunity for people and organizations dedicated to ending social isolation and loneliness to come together in a collective community to learn, share insights, challenges, and resources. This amazing community of diverse organizations will have a powerful impact on how we raise awareness and address the issue of social isolation for older adults.
- Triscia McGuinness, Director, Programs, AARP Foundation