Loneliness and isolation have various secondary effects on long-term health. On their own, they are already challenging states to manage. This is most likely because, historically, humans have always been social beings, relying on communication and connections with others to…
Technology can have a positive impact on the lives of senior citizens. From being able to communicate with others virtually to staying up to date with current events, there are many reasons why technology use can be beneficial for seniors.…
Conversations to Remember was founded with a clear mission: help fight cognitive decline in senior citizens by combating loneliness and social isolation. Since its establishment in 2020, the organization has enlisted the help of student volunteers nationwide to participate in…
Loneliness and social isolation are major concerns for many older adults. These individuals are more likely to experience social isolation due to reasons such as losing social ties, relocating to care communities and facing limitations from their physical and mental…
After over a year of adhering to COVID-19 safety regulations, amidst a pandemic that continues to exacerbate feelings of isolation, loneliness and its impact on health is a rising concern. This is especially true in the case of senior citizens,…
Conversations to Remember’s college volunteers are establishing campus chapters where members can meet up in person to learn and engage in various activities together. This is the first time Conversations to Remember has helped host physical gatherings, and volunteers are…
Parkinson’s disease is a disorder in the central nervous system. The central nervous system (CNS) processes information and sends motor signals through the body in response. Thus, Parkinson’s disease often affects motor functions, resulting in involuntary movements, such as tremors…
Conversations to Remember has rolled out new software to support our virtual visits. This new chat system is being used already to identify new volunteers for our visits. Instead of asking everyone for their availability at the start of each…
After a successful debut in December 2021, the annual C2R Talk-a-thon returns for its second year. The C2R Talk-a-thon is a 15-day campaign hosted by Conversations to Remember with the goal of raising money and awareness for senior loneliness and…
Cheryl’s father already lived in a long-term care facility when he was diagnosed with dementia. As an only child, Cheryl took on the responsibility of caring for and visiting her father alone. She came across Conversations to Remember in a…
