Create events, recieve advice and activate alerts to help you socialize.
The Socializing Is Healthy will put events in your calendar of different moments you can use as an opportunity to connect with other people. It will also give you valuable information on why socializing is so important to enjoy a healthier and longer life.
Subscribing to the calendar is easy, you just have to follow the instructions on your screen. And if you also want to receive event alerts on your cell phone, you must follow these steps:
Once you have clicked on the "Subscribe" button, go to the "Subscription Details" option
Turn off the option that says “Remove alerts”
Click on the top button "Add"
That's it! So you can have reminders of the events.
Subscribing to the calendar is easy, you just have to follow the instructions on your screen. And if you also want to receive event alerts on your cell phone, you must follow these steps:
Once you click the "Add" button, look on the left side of your screen for the "Socializing is Healthy" calendar, make sure it is active.
Click on the three dots that appear on the right side and press the "Settings" option
Where it says "Event notifications" click the "Add notification" button
Choose how many minutes in advance you want to receive your notifications and that's it!
No matter the distance, frequently talking with people who are dear to you can decrease your risk of suffering from health conditions caused by social isolation, such as depression and anxiety.
Give time
Time is the most valuable gift we can give to help others people fight social isolation and loneliness.
Get moving
Activities such as group workouts, aside from providing physical benefits, can help you fight the negative effects of social isolation and loneliness.
Connect
Schedule time each day to stay in touch with family members, friends, and neighbors, either in person, by phone, email, video chat, or social media.
Have fun
Pick up an old hobby again.
Learn
Join a group class to learn something new.
Participate
Take part in activities held at malls, town centers, or your building or community.
Help
Become a volunteer to help others in your community.
Adopt
Adopt a pet if you can and are able to take care of it. Animals can be a source of comfort. They can also help reduce stress and lower blood pressure.
