Category: Isolation

“Becoming homeless was really stressful. The first time I really didn’t have anywhere to stay, I spent he night on the shores of a lake in my neighbourhood. I didn’t...

“Before I moved to the city, I mostly hung out in strip clubs, bars and pool halls. I got involved with drugs and just went wild. When I moved here,...

“I was born in Syria, but when I was four, my family had to leave because it was too dangerous there. So we went to Jordan. I liked it there...

Angie’s got her spark back, thanks to the Seniors’ Party Bus, a United Way–supported program that offers free excursions....

Rama and her husband, Fares, didn’t just receive language training and newcomer supports—they also gained a community....

Mimmo says, “We’re always busy. I like keeping busy.” His colleague Dean reports, “My family is very proud that I work here.” Tony, yet another member of the Community Living...

When children and adults with intellectual disabilities have an opportunity to participate in programs, “its almost like there’s a seed that’s planted, and it gets nourished by the interactions with...

“You feel your world shrinking,” she reflects,” and when you don’t get to talk to your best friend anymore, it gets incredibly lonely.”...

“I’m so grateful to have help. I really need it,” said Genia earnestly, “it breaks up the loneliness.”...

Luan has support to live safely at home and volunteers who have become part of the family....