Isolation
Find information, news and support that can help reduce isolation and improve being connected to others in a meaningful way.
Understanding and responding to loneliness
Relationships Australia shines a light on a common social issue with potentially unhealthy consequences.
Solving isolation
Research shows that social isolation and loneliness in older adults leads to poor health and wellbeing.
Isolation and elder abuse during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic and the physical distancing measures that have been implemented across much of Australia have left many older people socially isolated.
Isolation Events
Isolation Resources
Isolation for older people report
The 2024 report from AIFS examines the factors, dynamics, and effects of isolation experienced by older people in New S...
Inquiry into social isolation and loneliness in Queensland
COTA Queensland’s submission for the Queensland Parliamentary Inquiry into Social Isolation and Loneliness outlined sev...
How to deal with isolation if you live in a rural or remote area
Living in a remote area can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness. But, never fear, there are things y...
Friends for Good - FriendLine
Call FriendLine for a cuppa and a chat if you're feeling lonely. It's free and confidential.
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In an emergency call 000
This free number will redirect you to an existing phone service near you. This is not a 24-hour line. Call operating times will vary. A collaboration between the Australian, state and territory governments.