EmblemHealth Hosts Online Discussion About Loneliness and Social Isolation for Mental Health Awareness Month

New York, NY — In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, EmblemHealth, one of the largest nonprofit health insurers in the United States, hosted an educational webinar on the urgent issues of loneliness and social isolation, particularly among older adults. The discussion delved into strategies for promoting mental well-being, supporting family members, offering practical advice, sharing community resources, and allowing time for audience queries.

New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and New York City Council Member Crystal Hudson, also the Chair of the Committee on Aging, provided the opening remarks for the discussion. Terri Rhymes-Lowery, Regional Manager at Neighborhood Care, moderated the event, which featured expert panelists Kathleen Morse, a licensed clinical social worker at ACPNY, and Ashley Giblin, the lead health coach at WellSpark Health, who shared their insights and experiences with the audience.

“Thank you to EmblemHealth for hosting today’s webinar on loneliness and social isolation, including its impact on older adults. Seniors are the jewels of our communities, and we would not be here today without their sacrifices and contributions. That’s why we must support their physical and mental health so that they can age with dignity.,’ said Council Speaker Adrienne Adams. “Loneliness and isolation impact people of all ages and backgrounds. As we continue to observe Mental Health Awareness Month this May, it remains vital for all of us to work together to address the loneliness and social isolation that impacts our mental health.”

“I commend EmblemHealth for hosting this very important webinar on the social isolation and loneliness that so many of our older adults, our beloved and cherished older community members, face. Especially coming out of the pandemic,” said Council Member Crystal Hudson.  

Watch EmblemHealth’s Webinar on Loneliness and Social Isolation.

About EmblemHealth

EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers, with over three million members and an 80-year legacy of serving New York’s communities. The company offers a full range of commercial and government-sponsored health plans to employers, individuals, and families and convenient community resources. As a market leader in value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top providers and hospitals to deliver quality, affordable care. For more information, visit  www.emblemhealth.com.

About EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care

With 14 locations across New York City, EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care provides in-person and virtual customer support, connections to local resources, and free programs to support community health and wellness. Each Neighborhood Care location features Customer Care Navigators who live in their communities, ensuring that they can help customers navigate barriers to health in a personalized way.