Online Platform Helps Older Michiganders Get Connected, Socialize
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July 7, 2022
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Nearly 40% of Michigan households include at least one member over age 60
More than 40% of older Michiganders live alone, and studies show the pandemic has exacerbated loneliness for many.
The State of Michigan has renewed a partnership with GetSetUp, an online learning platform, which can help seniors learn how to stay social and connected from home.
Kayla Smith, health promotion and wellness coordinator for the Michigan Bureau of Aging, Community Living and Supports, said the program has supported many older people in getting the hang of Zoom in a safe environment, and from there, all kinds of classes become available.
"There are a lot of classes that focus...
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