Feeling Lonely? Try this Conversation Starter!

With everyone spending lots of time at home right now, many people may feel lonely or struggle to keep in touch with family and friends—but you don't have to go at it alone. The AARP Foundation invites you to connect with our FREE, friendly bot designed to chat with you over text, with the goal of helping you rebuild social connections and stay connected.

The chatbot is designed to reduce social isolation among the 50+ population. For example, the chatbot provides suggestions to reconnect you with your community, and helps you build habits to stay connected to your social support circles.

To start a conversation, all you have to do is text “Hello” to 845.610.6472.

The chatbot is:

· Free

· Secure

· A private conversation

· Text-message-based

· Available anytime

The chatbot isn’t:

· A human

· A way to meet other people

· A health professional

· A counselor or therapist

· A hotline

​If you are feeling lonely, give the bot a shot! For more info about the chatbot, just visit the website.