Caring for Loneliness: Community Groups in Tillamook
Anyone may experience feelings of loneliness, and this experience is unique and personal to the individual. Loneliness has commonly been described as an unwelcome feeling when there is lack of social support, infrequent meaningful social connections, and negative feelings about personal relationships.
According to a study completed in January 2020 by Cigna, three in five Americans (61%) classify as lonely. Living in a rural area, the risk of loneliness is higher due to structural barriers. Loneliness can be difficult to express, and people don’t always know what to do when they are feeling this way. However, there are things someone can do if they are experiencing loneliness. Some ideas include:
- Join a community group, class, or organization
- Volunteer your time
- Find a supportive Facebook group online
- Strengthen current relationships- reach out to a colleague, family member, neighbor, friend, or other
Community Groups in Tillamook
Half the battle may be finding a community group to join, a class you are interested in, or an organization to volunteer with. Review the attached list of a variety of community groups in Tillamook to begin your journey connecting with your community.
If you’d like your group, class, or organization to be added to this resource list, please email danar@tfcc.org.
-Published October 4, 2022