Action Network in the News
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From Isolation to Connection: The Policy Fix We’re Missing | SXSW Live
Mental health, loneliness, and social connection are becoming some of the biggest challenges facing society today. In this live episode of Policy Prescriptions, recorded at SXSW in Austin, Gary Jacobs, Author of The Zen Lobbyist: A Mindful Approach to Transforming Healthcare, sits down with legendary musician Neil Giraldo and Healthsperien’s Founding Principal & Managing Partner, Andrew MacPherson,…
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Action Network Releases Their 2025 Impact Report!
A Year of Progress, A Future of Connection: 2025 Impact Report As we reflect on 2025, we are deeply proud of the progress made and the collective impact achieved this year. None of this work would be possible without the dedication, leadership, and generosity of our members, partners, and supporters, whose commitment continues to fuel meaningful…
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Foundation for Social Connection Action Network Featured on CBS Evening News’ Eye on America
We’re on CBS Evening News! Last night’s Eye on America segment highlighted the growing public health crisis of social isolation and loneliness among older adults—and we’re proud that the Foundation for Social Connection Action Network played a key role in developing the story. CBS News reached out to us to explore how disconnection impacts well-being…
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Nearly 1 in 3 Older Adults Feel Isolated—A Crisis Threatening Public Health
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 20, 2025MEDIA CONTACT: Debra McCarronSenior Communications Advisor, Foundation for Social Connection Action Network(410) 371-8948 | debra@social-connection.org Social Isolation Expert: Nearly 1 in 3 Older Adults Feel Isolated—A Crisis Threatening Public Health Andrew MacPherson, Founder and Executive Chair of the Foundation for Social Connection Action Network, Testifies to U.S. Senate Special Committee…
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Special Senate Committee on Aging “Breaking the Cycle of Senior Loneliness: Strengthening Family and Community Support”
Today, at the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, our Founder & Board Chair, Andrew MacPherson, delivered a powerful testimony on the urgent need to combat social isolation and loneliness among older adults. 🔹 The Reality: 🔹 Policy Solutions: ✅ Pass the SENIOR Act to ensure funding supports social connection programs.✅ Expand access to senior…
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Announcing the Foundation for Social Connection Action Network’s 2025-2027 Federal Policy Priorities
As awareness grows around the impact of social isolation and loneliness, the need for solutions has never been greater. The Foundation for Social Connection Action Network is committed to advancing policies that foster meaningful connection, resiliency, and belonging across communities. Our 2025-2027 Federal Policy Priorities present evidence-based legislative and regulatory recommendations to address social isolation…
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U.S. Representatives Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA-06) and Mike Flood (R-NE-01) have reintroduced the Improving Measurements for Loneliness and Isolation Act
U.S. Representatives Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA-06) and Mike Flood (R-NE-01) have reintroduced the Improving Measurements for Loneliness and Isolation Act, a crucial step toward addressing the public health crisis of social disconnection. As social isolation and loneliness continue to impact millions, this bipartisan effort aims to standardize how these issues are measured—ensuring data-driven solutions that…
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Senators Rick Scott & Tina Smith Reintroduce SENIOR Act to Address Senior Loneliness
The Foundation for Social Connection Action Network applauds Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Tina Smith (D-MN) for reintroducing the Social Engagement and Network Initiatives for Older Relief (SENIOR) Act, a bipartisan effort to combat senior loneliness and promote community integration.About the SENIOR Act The SENIOR Act takes critical steps to address the growing public health…
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Welcome Dr. Theresa Soriano to the Board of Directors!
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Theresa Soriano, a nationally recognized leader in home and community-based care, has joined the Board of Directors for the Foundation for Social Connection Action Network! She currently serves as the Chief Health Officer at Grouper, a company pioneering the social fitness movement, Dr. Soriano is deeply committed to…
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‘Cancer Ghosting’ and Loneliness
National Review
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Efforts to address older adult loneliness laid out in proposed bill
McKnights Senior Living
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2 organizations are working to promote social connections in senior living
McKnights Senior Living
