27/10/2026
Social isolation can deeply affect older adults. It occurs when someone has very few social connections or limited contact with family, friends, or their community.
It’s different from loneliness, which is the emotional feeling of being disconnected — a person can live alone and feel perfectly content, or feel lonely even when surrounded by others.
Supporting social connection matters, and small moments of community can make a big difference.
Feel welcome to try Chatty Cafe, with Dingley Village Neighbourhood Centre on every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm. This is a free group and light refreshments are provided for. The group meet up in the staff room inside the Centre.
Social isolation can deeply affect older adults. It occurs when someone has very few social connections or limited contact with family, friends, or their community.
It’s different from loneliness, which is the emotional feeling of being disconnected — a person can live alone and feel perfectly content, or feel lonely even when surrounded by others.
Supporting social connection matters, and small moments of community can make a big difference. Feel welcome to try Chatty Cafe, on at the Centre every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm. This is a free group and light refreshments are provided for. The group meet up in the staff room inside the Centre.
The Chatty Cafe Scheme Australia