
The Friendship Line is California’s largest warm line, and has never gone unanswered since it was founded in 1973 by Dr. Patrick Arbore. Dr. Arbore’s observation that “connection to others binds us to life” led him to establish the Friendship Line, which provides phone calls that offer emotional support and friendly conversation.
Institute on Agingβs staff and volunteers respond to more than 11,000 inbound and outbound calls per month. The nationally-known Friendship Line is a signature program of Institute on Agingβs Center for Elderly Suicide Prevention and Grief-Related Services, and is accredited by the American Association of Suicidology.
This program serving the community is funded by the following:
Friendship Line
Center for Elder Suicide Prevention and Grief Services
We recently had the pleasure of speaking at the Aging Well Summit hosted by @Kaiser San Leandro. It was a fantastic turnout with attendees all dedicated to the cause of aging in place. We`re proud to connect and share insights with other organizations committed to this important work. Together, we`re making a difference! #AgingWell #CommunityEngagement #InstituteonAging
February is a time to honor the incredible impact of Black individuals throughout history. Institute on Aging is proud to celebrate the enduring spirit and contributions that have enriched our society. Here`s to learning, growing, and moving forward together.
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Happy Lunar New Year! As we enter the Year of the Snake, a symbol of wisdom, grace, and good fortune, we extend our warmest wishes to you. May this new year be filled with health, joy, and serendipitous experiences for you and your loved ones. ππ #LunarNewYear2025 #YearOfTheSnake #NewBeginnings #InstituteOnAging
Today on #HolocaustRemembranceDay, we at IOA honor the memory of the lives lost. At IOA, we recognize that remembrance is not just about looking backβit is a call to action. Together, we can honor the memories of those who suffered, support the resilience of survivors, and commit to building a world free of hate and prejudice.
#WeRemember #NeverForget #InstituteOnAging
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