Connect People with Resources
Help Fight Social Isolation and Loneliness
Social isolation is an epidemic that poses serious health risks affecting millions of people in the United States.
To address this growing public health issue, the Administration for Community Living in partnership with the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health established Commit to Connect, a cross-sector initiative, coordinated by USAging to reach people who are socially isolated. The aim of the collaboration is to connect people living with isolation with programs and resources to build the social connections they need to thrive.
Commit to Connect aims to increase the capacity of the
aging and disability network to address social isolation
and loneliness and advance social connection as a critical
part of health and well-being.
Strategies to Increase Social Connection
■ Increase awareness and availability of programs and strategies that address social isolation.
■ Build and strengthen collaboration with current and potential partners to leverage collective efforts, resources,
innovations, and activities.
More about the initiative