DQ: According to the textbook, nurses in various settings are adopting a research-based (or evidence-based) practice that incorporates research findings into their decisions and interactions with clients

DQ: According to the textbook, nurses in various settings are adopting a research-based (or evidence-based) practice that incorporates research findings into their decisions and interactions with clients

Dr. Felder,

Social isolation contributes to loneliness and affects one’s health and wellbeing and as people get older, they may not get out as much or have lost their loved ones and friends. There are some ways that social isolation can be decreased. With all ideas comes implementation and financial concerns also safety issues (Hamilton-West, et al., 2020). Hamilton-West, et al., (2020) speaks of Social Prescribing, referring the patients to different services and resources to combat social isolation and health deterioration from loneliness. One thought came to mind to defer cost would be churches volunteering services, or after school services where elders could spend time with students and share their expertise and stories. This was a true blessing for my mom when she retired. She went to the school to assist with the reading program for children and adult learners. She was so proud to see their improvement and increased self-esteem. She did not have many friends and stopped going out as she increased in age and her walking was not very stable. I could only imagine if she had the opportunity to go to the church across the street from the house and be with others her age. Community involvement is of most importance and if the prescribing physician had a list of participants in the community, maybe a program like this could be sustainable.