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Many individuals living with dementia face increasing social withdrawal. It's time to lean in, be creative, and cherish their final moments. By truly connecting, we can embrace and appreciate those abundant lucid moments when we take the time to see them. Netflix's series "A Man on the Inside" evokes many emotions and offers profound insights into dementia care. If this scene resonates with you, we encourage you to consider taking action to make a meaningful difference. #DementiaAwareness #ConnectWithDossy #CherishEveryMoment #AManOnTheInside #Community

🚨 Loneliness Warning: Tori Unveils the Deadly Impact 💔 In this episode, Tori shares her passion for research, revealing how social isolation physically worsens chronic illnesses like diabetes, contributes to dementia, and can triple mortality rates without proper care. Tune in to confront the harsh realities of loneliness and its profound effect on health. 🎧✨ Full Podcast here on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gd_HM8XX #SocialIsolation #HealthImpact #Loneliness #MustListen

❤️ Beyond Screens: Tori's Deep Connection on Dossy 🤝 Tori shares how a Dossy call turned into a profound human connection—no device, just two souls sharing life's raw moments. Tune in to feel the power of simply being present! 🎧✨ Listen to the full podcast on Spotify - https://lnkd.in/gd_HM8XX #HumanConnection #Empathy #DossyExperience

🤖 vs. ❤️ Kristen's Stand for Real Human Connection Can artificial intelligence replace the warmth of human interaction? In this episode, we delve into Kristen's bold decision to steer clear of synthetic AI solutions, guided by her moral compass. She believes nothing beats genuine human connection. Tune in to explore why she chose heart over hardware! 🎧✨ #HumanConnection #AgainstSyntheticAI #MoralCompass #RealRelationships

Dossy has been nominated to represent Australia in the Government & Citizen Engagement category at the 2024 World Summit Awards (WSA). 🎉 By connecting seniors with trained volunteers—including those from corporate social responsibility teams—we strive to empower citizens to support isolated and lonely individuals. This approach strengthens community bonds and aligns with government goals in social care and public health. We're grateful for the opportunity to highlight the importance of flexible and rewarding volunteer engagement. A heartfelt thank you to Sachi Wickramage for all your encouragement. Wishing all the nominees the best of luck in Vienna this coming January 2025! 🇦🇹 #techforgood #SDGs United Nations WSA World Summit Awards - Australia consultmed, Powerledger, Cérge, LendForGood, Virtual Irrigation Academy Ltd, One Small Step

Teamwork Heals: Social Prescribing in Action 💊🤝 Jenny & Andrew describe how healthcare professionals—from pharmacists to gerontologists—are uniting to deliver personalised care through social prescribing. By connecting solutions directly to individuals, they're embracing the whole person and transforming health outcomes. Tune in to our full podcast on Spotify to see how teamwork leads to optimal well-being! 🎧✨ #SocialPrescribing #TeamCare #HolisticHealth

🤗 Embracing Connection: From Warm Hugs to Robot Dogs 🐶🤖 In our latest episode, Kristen Graham talks about the diverse solutions supporting people experiencing loneliness and isolation. While nothing beats human connection in the flesh—especially the comfort of a hug ("who doesn't love a hug!" 🤗)—Kristen explores how communities and innovative technologies are stepping up to fill the gaps. Discover how traditional community pillars like the butcher 🥩, the baker 🥖, and the candlestick maker 🕯️, along with organisations like Neighbourhood Houses 🏡, play a crucial role in fostering real-life connections. We also delve into the fascinating world of technological solutions—from robot dogs 🐕🦺🤖 to virtual companions—that are being explored to combat isolation when human touch isn't immediately available. Join us for a heartfelt ❤️ and eye-opening 👀 discussion on the importance of human touch, the power of community, and the innovative ways we're addressing loneliness in today's world. #HumanConnection #LonelinessSolutions #CommunityMatters #InnovationInWellness #EmbracingTechnology

🌟 From Personal Struggle to National Impact: Jenny's Mission to Combat Loneliness 🤝 Join us in our latest podcast episode as we speak with Jenny Kirschner, founder of Pharmacy Addressing Loneliness and Social-isolation (PALS). She shares how her personal experiences with social isolation and loneliness in her 20s and 30s—once hidden due to shame and stigma—became the driving force behind her mission to transform pharmacies into community hubs of connection and support. 🎧 Tune in to hear how embracing her story sparked a national movement to address loneliness and learn how we can all contribute to a more connected, compassionate society. #SocialConnection #Loneliness #CommunityMatters #PharmaciesAddressingLoneliness #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakingStigma

Is It Time for a Minister of Connection? 🤔 Loneliness is no joke—but we couldn't resist a chuckle in our latest podcast! 😂 Jenny Kirschner discusses governments and organisations' big moves to tackle social isolation. Kristen Graham suggests we need a "Minister for Loneliness," to which Andrew Smith quips, "Maybe not for loneliness, but against it!" Perhaps what we need is a Minister of Connection! 🤝 Join us for a fun and insightful chat about building a more connected world and the challenges that come with it—especially funding. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast, which will soon be streaming on Spotify: A Journey to a More Connected Future—The Dossy Story. #SocialConnection #MinisterOfConnection #Loneliness #Podcast

Are All Specialties Embracing a Holistic Approach to Patient Care? In our latest podcast, we're joined by Dr. Tori Wong, who came straight from her shift at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne — scrubs and all! 🩺 Tori dives into the contrast between fields like psychiatry, which fully embrace the bio-psychosocial model, and other specialties that may not be keeping pace. We also explore social prescribing—an innovative approach that many in medicine are still unfamiliar with but could greatly benefit from. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on patient management and the importance of individualised care. A huge thank you to Tori for her dedication and for taking the time to talk to us about this important subject. You're a legend! 🙏 ▶️ Join the conversation on advancing holistic patient care. #socialprescribing #connection #loneliness #agedcare #community