In 2025, The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Commission on Social Connection released a report calling on all member states, communities and individuals to make social connection a public health priority. The report highlights that the costs of social isolation and loneliness are high, but the benefits of social connection are far-reaching.
Often overlooked, “social health is the third dimension of WHO’s definition of health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being… These three dimensions of health are interdependent.” [1]
Source: Report by the WHO’s Commission on Social Connection, Social Connection Infographic.
Social activities are not simply “luxuries” but are essential to one’s overall health and well-being. At Silver Blossoms, our mandate is to spread this message far and wide. But, we not only want to talk the talk, but “walk the walk.” We are taking action by providing safe and welcoming spaces where people can connect and support each other as they age. We understand as we age, our social network may get smaller and it may be difficult to connect with persons around shared interests. So, we are busy building that social network you can depend on. We hope you can help us spread the word as we work hard to build a community of good health, resilience, and joy. Contact us today!
Sources:
1. WHO, Director-General, (Jan 2025). Mental Health and Social Connection. https://apps.who.int/gb/ebwha/pdf_files/EB156/B156_8-en.pdf
