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DOROT and What “Aging Alone” Really Means on EnRich Your Life Podcast

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Lorraine Novack, Regional Director of DOROT Westchester, recently joined Rich Leimgruber on the EnRich Your Life podcast for a conversation on loneliness, isolation, and what “aging alone” really means. Although the podcast largely focuses on financial planning, it explores other topics that shape listeners’ futures—such as healthcare, gratitude and giving, cybersecurity, and more—making it the […]

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Ali Hodin Baier, DOROT's Chief Program Officer, is pictured testifying before the New York City Council Committee on Aging.

DOROT Leader Speaks at Council Hearing

Our Chief Program Officer, Ali Hodin Baier, told the New York City Council recently about several ways DOROT prevents and eases social isolation among older adults, and how we expand our reach by offering many ways to participate.

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Lane Johnson of the Philadelphia Eagles stands between three older women smiling.

Eagles’ Lane Johnson Highlights DOROT’s Work Fighting Loneliness

Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle, and mental health advocate, Lane Johnson spotlighted DOROT's mission to alleviate social isolation and loneliness for The Philadelphia Citizen.

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DOROT on CBS: Combatting Social Isolation with Intergenerational Connections

DOROT was featured on CBS Evening News as one of two organizations across the country effectively combatting social isolation and loneliness in older adults.

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DOROT’s Mark Meridy Speaks at a Conference on Social Prescribing

DOROT's Executive Director Mark Meridy recently spoke at a summit hosted by UJA-Federation of New York —“The Power of Connection: Social Prescribing to Combat Isolation and Loneliness.”

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A Dramatic Change in Attitude about Social Isolation & Loneliness

When I first came to DOROT 14 years ago, our society mostly ignored the problem of social isolation and loneliness among older adults. Isolation was seen as an unfortunate byproduct of growing old, and programs to address the issue were viewed as “nice” but not essential. Things have changed dramatically in the last few years. […]

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New Surgeon General’s Advisory on Loneliness & Social Isolation Underscores DOROT’s Critical Mission

DOROT commends the U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA, on releasing the first ever Advisory on the dangers that loneliness and social isolation pose to the American public. Since its founding, DOROT has worked to alleviate social isolation and loneliness in older adults by bringing the generations together. We are thrilled that Dr. […]

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Combatting Social Isolation & Loneliness during the Holidays

DOROT’s Executive Director Mark Meridy joined Chance Seales on Newsy Tonight to discuss social isolation and loneliness during the holiday season and ways to give back and connect.

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