Free materials to support connection
Find Your People provides these materials at no cost to organizations in Washington state that serve older adults or foster social connection among residents. Download them to your computer to print and distribute or post on your Facebook page.
Printable assets
Fact sheet
Addresses the important role of social connection for older adults. This rack card provides information about different ways to connect with others, including ways people of all ages can support older adults’ well-being.
Posters
Three options, each highlighting real Washington residents.
- “Friendship makes life a little sweeter”
- “Friends of all ages make life better.”
- “Follow your interests. Find some new friends.”
Activities finder
A guide for finding people who make life better. This Find Your People “map” offers ideas for meeting new people or spending more time with those you already know.
Mingle Bingo
A game designed for gatherings that include older adults. Besides a bingo card, this piece includes tips for cultivating connections.
Digital assets
Social media images and captions
A set of 10 graphics and captions to post on your organization’s Facebook or other social media page. These posts offer information about the importance of social connection and ideas for connecting with others.
Video
This 30-second video, featuring photos and videos of Washington residents, highlights the importance of social connection and the Find Your People website as a resource. Share it on your social media channels or elsewhere.
Newsletter content
Four brief articles about the importance of connection for older adults and ways to find it. You can include the content and accompanying images in your organization’s digital or printed newsletter.
Fun, games and consistency can help connections grow
Fran, center, gets together with friends who live nearby to play Mahjong, pickleball and other games. At least once, they’ve also celebrated Mardis Gras together. Sometimes the strongest connections grow with people already around you — it’s just a matter of making an invitation to spend time together or accepting theirs.