Improving social networks study

Within a few years, 60% of veterans and war widows will be over 75 years of age. As people grow older they are more likely to experience social isolation as a result of frailty, mobility problems, and losses of friends and family. 

In response to these pressures research commissioned by DVA looked into the causes, and effects on health, of social isolation across the veteran community. The purpose of the study, undertaken between May 1996 and February 1998, was to direct the development of comprehensive interventions to enhance social networks and overcome social isolation.

Summary Report (Adobe PDF)
Research Findings (Adobe PDF)
Veterans' Case Studies (Adobe PDF)

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