YOU ARE NOT ALONE

Many of the CARP members who participated in the poll left illuminating comments about their own experiences with loneliness.

“A lot of my feelings of loneliness and isolation are related to having friends and family predecease me.”

“Despite the fact that almost 50 per cent of us are single, the world caters almost exclusively to couples.”

“Life changes, and we constantly need to meet more friends.”

“I put a lot of effort into ensuring I have contact (real contact, not social media) with other humans. I volunteer and seek out new activities.”

“I believe I have a lot to contribute to my community but, because of being in constant pain, I do little and I am quite bored and frustrated.”

“Despite keeping busy with social activities, I feel extremely alone.”

“Our suburbs are not designed to socialize in public spaces or coffee shops. A car is necessary for almost all activity.”

“I feel the lack of a loving partner in my life.”