Newsletter 3 - CARE: Social Death Awareness Initiative

Next Phase: Digital Guide to Social Isolation Schema

We’re excited to announce the start of the development of the Digital Guide: Social Isolation Schema, a resource offering actionable strategies to combat social isolation. Here’s what it will cover:

1. Schema Description

Understand how Social Isolation Schema shapes thoughts and behaviours, creating cycles of isolation, and how to break them.

2. Social Deprivation Pathways

Learn how isolation develops and impacts individuals in educational and workplace settings.

3. Building Knowledge & Competency

Develop   essential    skills like        empathy, observation, and communication to support isolated individuals effectively.

4. Actionable Recommendations

Explore evidence-based strategies and interactive scenarios to foster social connections.

Stay tuned for the guide’s launch! 

Meanwhile, try these tips to reduce isolation at work:

1. Reconnect with Community: Honour diverse traditions to strengthen bonds. Join as a team to charity drives or community service events.

   
   

2. Encourage Engagement:

   Plan events like Secret Santa or potlucks for casual interaction. 

   Engage colleagues with friendly chats or coffee invites.

   
   

3. Create Safe Spaces:

   Hold informal check-ins for sharing thoughts. Allow participation in ways that feel comfortable.

   
   

4. Use Technology for Remote Teams: 

   Host virtual activities like trivia or happy hours to include everyone.

   
   

5. Prioritize Self-Care: 

   Promote among the team to practice mindfulness or join community groups. Consult workplace counsellor or coaches for guidance.

   
   

6. Advocate for Long-Term Change: Suggest workshops to address isolation and promote inclusivity. Promote a peer mentorship system where individuals can form bonds and provide mutual support over time.

   
   

7. Reflect and Engage:

   Help to set goals and identify steps to reconnect with colleagues and traditions.

Together, we can foster a workplace of unity and belonging.