COVID-19 SENIOR PROGRAMS
FEATURED COVID-19 SENIOR PROGRAM
A social media campaign encouraging users to post positive videos and messages of support to seniors living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and if possible donate items to nursing care facilities to help during the COVID-19 pandemic.COVID-19 Senior Programs
CareNotCovid
Campaign
A social media campaign encouraging users to post positive videos and online messages of support to seniors living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and if possible donate essential items to nursing care facilities to help during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA.
Campaign
A social media campaign encouraging users to post positive videos and online messages of support to seniors living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and if possible donate essential items to nursing care facilities to help during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA.
Village Concepts
Senior Pen Pal
Program
An intergenerational pen pal program connecting seniors in social isolation and quarantine in assisted living with kids at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides a way for kids to check in with seniors on a regular basis and share mutual interests. USA.
Senior Pen Pal
Program
An intergenerational pen pal program connecting seniors in social isolation and quarantine in assisted living with kids at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides a way for kids to check in with seniors on a regular basis and share mutual interests. USA.
Victorian
Senior Pen Pal
Program
A pen pal program for isolated seniors living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities that started with older adults holding up signs for pen pal wanted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides a meaningful way for the community to help elderly during the COVID-19 pandmic. USA.
Senior Pen Pal
Program
A pen pal program for isolated seniors living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities that started with older adults holding up signs for pen pal wanted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides a meaningful way for the community to help elderly during the COVID-19 pandmic. USA.
The Village Connector Experience
An outreach service by trained ambassadors to provide social support for older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program aims to reduce social isolation and encourage older adults to engage in calls and activities with ambassadors, friends, family and those with similar interests and connect with the community. USA,
An outreach service by trained ambassadors to provide social support for older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program aims to reduce social isolation and encourage older adults to engage in calls and activities with ambassadors, friends, family and those with similar interests and connect with the community. USA,
Generus
Video Visits for Seniors
Inspires community members of all ages to volunteer to create and upload short video visits for seniors who are socially isolated in nursing homes or long-term care facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The videos aim to uplift and socially connect older adults who have limited to no visitation or activities during the pandemic.
USA.
Video Visits for Seniors
Inspires community members of all ages to volunteer to create and upload short video visits for seniors who are socially isolated in nursing homes or long-term care facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The videos aim to uplift and socially connect older adults who have limited to no visitation or activities during the pandemic.
USA.
National Council on Aging
COVID-19 Response Fund
Funding grants for organizations that are helping to serve older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. NCOA aims to raise donations that will help seniors stay safe and healthy in their own homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA. Watch Video
Funding grants for organizations that are helping to serve older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. NCOA aims to raise donations that will help seniors stay safe and healthy in their own homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA. Watch Video
Meals on Wheels
COVID-19
Response Fund
The Meals on Wheels COVID-19 Response Fund raises money through donations to help Meals on Wheels programs across the country meet the increased demand for nutritious in-home senior meal delivery and check-ins during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA.
COVID-19
Response Fund
The Meals on Wheels COVID-19 Response Fund raises money through donations to help Meals on Wheels programs across the country meet the increased demand for nutritious in-home senior meal delivery and check-ins during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA.
SixFeetSupplies.com
Free grocery and supply delivery for elderly and at-risk individuals who are unable or do not want to risk going shopping for essentials items during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA.
Free grocery and supply delivery for elderly and at-risk individuals who are unable or do not want to risk going shopping for essentials items during the COVID-19 pandemic. USA.
Age Demands Action
Ageism During COVID-19
Campaign
A campaign that stands against ageism during the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign asks community members to ensure that the interests and concerns of older adults are heard by decisionmakers and to ensure equity and rights during the COVID-19 pandemic regardless of age. International.
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Ageism During COVID-19
Campaign
A campaign that stands against ageism during the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign asks community members to ensure that the interests and concerns of older adults are heard by decisionmakers and to ensure equity and rights during the COVID-19 pandemic regardless of age. International.
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The
Social Bridging Project
Phone calls are made to reach out to older adults who are isolating at home to help prevent the effects of social distancing. Seniors who feel alone and isolated are provided moral support and information on how to get resources and help. California, USA.
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Phone calls are made to reach out to older adults who are isolating at home to help prevent the effects of social distancing. Seniors who feel alone and isolated are provided moral support and information on how to get resources and help. California, USA.
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COVID
Conversations
Toolbox
Provides tools and resources regarding end-of-life care wishes and treatment for those affected by COVID-19. The toolbox emphasizes the importance of preparing in advance with respect to an individual's values and wishes regarding end-of-life treatment options. California,USA.
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Provides tools and resources regarding end-of-life care wishes and treatment for those affected by COVID-19. The toolbox emphasizes the importance of preparing in advance with respect to an individual's values and wishes regarding end-of-life treatment options. California,USA.
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COVID-19 Mutual Aid UK
A worldwide map listing
community groups organizing mutual aid during the Covid-19 pandemic. The goal is to make it easy to find resources, connect people, help support those in need, and to fight social justice during the coronavirus pandemic. Online
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A worldwide map listing
community groups organizing mutual aid during the Covid-19 pandemic. The goal is to make it easy to find resources, connect people, help support those in need, and to fight social justice during the coronavirus pandemic. Online
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British Geriatrics Society Coronavirus for Older People Guide
Advice and guidelines for healthcare professionals on how to approach Coronavirus with respect to older people. Healthcare providers such as Geriatricians, Nurses, GPs, Psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals are provided training on how to care for older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Online.
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Advice and guidelines for healthcare professionals on how to approach Coronavirus with respect to older people. Healthcare providers such as Geriatricians, Nurses, GPs, Psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals are provided training on how to care for older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Online.
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Senior Mental Health, Depression and Isolation Programs
Counselling, therapy, psychiatry, campaigns and support groups to promote mental health and help fight elderly isolation and depression.