New submission addresses loneliness in NSW

EAAA's submission to the inquiry into the Prevalence, Causes and Impacts of Loneliness in New South Wales has been published.

The Parliamentary Inquiry was initiated to investigate the rising issue of loneliness across NSW. It will examine the extent, causes and impacts of loneliness; review how other regions are addressing loneliness; assist in identifying those most at risk of social isolation and identify steps for the NSW Government and community to reduce its prevalence and impacts.

Our submission included four recommendations:

1. Awareness raising and stigma reduction campaign 

2. Ageism awareness campaigns 

3. Investment in intergenerational programs 

4. Investment in mental and social health wellbeing programs designed to meet the specific needs of older people in NSW. 

The full submission can be downloaded here.