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Isolation

Social isolation is more than just loneliness; it increases risks of health issues, poverty, and mental health challenges. Overcoming social isolation is complex and difficult, but your donation is making it possible for individuals and families to participate in community, form and maintaining social networks, and establishing inclusive environments where they live, play, and work.

Isolation

Why We Need You

Many groups in our community, including seniors, 2SLGBTQ+ members, racialized individuals, people with disabilities, and those with low income, don’t feel included. This can lead to higher rates of poverty and mental health challenges. Loneliness and isolation are more dangerous to one’s health than obesity, and can be as damaging as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In healthy and safe communities, everyone should feel valued and have a sense of belonging. By working together, we can foster wellness and inclusion for all, creating strong, stable neighborhoods.

Over one-third of newcomers in Hamilton feel isolated, which hinders their participation and access to support.

How

Number of programs invested in
0
Number of people helped
5000

We’re excited to announce the return of United Way Halton & Hamilton’s Local Love Community Match. For every $4 donated, $1 will be matched by a group of generous community members and organizations. That means you’ll have an even bigger impact on our community and help more individuals and families improve their lives, locally.

$100

Provides a substance use education workshop to a high school classroom.

$365

Provides transportation to 30 seniors so they can access important medical appointments with the support of a friendly volunteer.

$1,200

Provides emergency shelter to a woman escaping violence for one month.

Changing lives. Together.

These are challenging times, but together, we are ensuring that those in need have access to the help they deserve today, while building a better tomorrow – for everyone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSVtriwmwa4 My husband and I moved to a new neighbourhood in 2007, where we felt safe and connected to the community. But my life took an unexpected turn when I...

“Losing my house and my kids was probably the hardest thing. I lost everything. Following an arrest, I realized I was an addict and needed help. At the time, every...
“I have always been a gregarious person, so the pandemic proved especially tough for me. Here I was confined all alone inside the seniors’ home where I was living. I...
“My wife, Shanta, has Alzheimer’s. Before I found United Way, it was very difficult. She’s the patient, but I was the sufferer—she didn’t know what was wrong, but I did,...
“I was born in Kazakhstan, in a village called Merké, where I lived until I was 16. Then, I left to study medicine, and I met my husband, who is...
“As a person with an intellectual disability, it’s not always so easy for me to reach out to others. Yet, I know I have much to offer because I am...

Are you or someone you know needing support?

Reach out by dialing 211—a free, confidential, 24/7 service available nationwide in Canada. Accessible in over 150 languages via phone, web, and text, 211 connects individuals to the appropriate information and services. Every day, this helpline offers a lifeline to care and resources for those in vulnerable circumstances, including seniors, newcomers, Indigenous communities, and beyond.