How Video Calls Are Helping Older Australians Stay Connected and Well

Описание: Staying connected becomes more important — and sometimes more challenging — as we get older. Loneliness can quietly affect emotional wellbeing, mental health, and overall quality of life for many older Australians.

In this video, we explore how video calls can help older people stay connected with family, friends, and the wider community, even when distance, health concerns, or reduced mobility make face-to-face visits difficult.
You’ll discover:
• Why social connection matters as we age
• How video calls can reduce loneliness and social isolation
• Why seeing familiar faces makes conversations more meaningful
• How video calls can be simple, safe, and part of everyday life
• Where older Australians can find trusted online safety guidance
We also look at how staying socially connected supports healthy ageing, confidence, and independence, and what families may need to consider as support needs change over time.
Support Services Connect Australia (SSCA) provides a free, independent care finding service to help older Australians and their families understand aged care options and find suitable support, particularly in Melbourne. Our service is obligation-free and designed to make navigating aged care clearer and less stressful.
Staying connected means staying supported — and no one has to navigate ageing alone.
Online safety guide for making video calls (eSafety Commissioner):
https://www.esafety.gov.au/older-aust...

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