06/01/2026
Today is National Pen Pal Day! It is important for seniors to stay connected with others in order to feel accepted and loved. One way for seniors to remain connected is through a pen pal program.
Here are four benefits of senior pen pal programs, along with ways you can get involved in writing letters to seniors in your community:
It is estimated that ¼ of adults ages 65 and older are socially isolated.1 Many seniors may feel lonely because they are retired, live in a nursing home, or no longer participate in some of the activities that they once were physically capable of. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Pr...
