Thrive Peer Recovery Launching ‘Golden Connections’ To Reduce Social Isolation Among Older Adults In Ohio

Thrive Peer Recovery Services is launching “Golden Connections,” a new peer-support program for older adults in Ohio that is intended to reduce the negative mental health effects of social isolation. The peer-led program combines user-friendly digital tools with telephone-based support. Participants are matched with individuals trained as Certified Older Adult Peer Support Specialists who share lived experience in navigating life transitions and isolation. The program provides participants with real-time, personalized support for grief, loneliness, sadness, and social isolation via one-on-one sessions, wellness check-ins, and curated resources for social connection.

Golden Connections will . . .