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Local groups work to fight loneliness, foster connection in Seattle
From a social skills practice event to professional cuddlers, people around the city are coming up with creative ways to combat isolation.
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How people are combatting loneliness with community connections
In mid-May, folks at the White Center Joiner Jamboree shared their experiences with loneliness.
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‘Joiner Jamboree’ helps connect neighbors in White Center
Inspired by the movie "Join or Die," organizers in West Seattle hope engagement can build community.
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Strangers connect through touch at Seattle “cuddle parties”
Through consensual, platonic touch, the parties are helping some navigate the loneliness epidemic.
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Local group aims to help people build “Decent Social Skills”
Andrey Sklyar created “Decent Social Skills” to help others combat loneliness and build community.