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A virtual volunteer program on Coast Live

Posted at 11:05 AM, Jun 12, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-12 11:05:55-04

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. - It’s no secret that loneliness among our older adult population was at an all-time high even before COVID-19, but social distancing has only made matters worse. Cynthia Fletes and her friend Lucy discuss a new program created to combat loneliness, where Employee volunteers signed up to reach out to isolated seniors around the country with a phone call.

Learn more about the One Call a Day volunteer program at https://www.theconnectionsproject.com/.