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Questions? Answers.
What is StayHomeStaySocial?
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to engulf our way of living, it is further exacerbating the challenges faced by everyone, in particular older adults. StayHomeStaySocial matches dedicated and friendly volunteer Buzzers with members of the older population, using innovative technologies to connect them by telephone in an safe, accessible and innovative manner. StayHomeStaySocial is brought to you by the team behind Friendlybuzz.
Who is Friendlybuzz?
Friendlybuzz, a new public benefit corporation, offers the ultimate science-based health and wellbeing program for older adults. Friendlybuzz believes when it comes to staying healthy, being happy, feeling invigorated, and nurturing our mental and cognitive abilities, age does not matter. Using ground-breaking research, Friendlybuzz has built the most comprehensive health and wellbeing program for older adults, leveraging the latest in gerontological understanding and innovative technologies. For more information on Friendlybuzz, visit them on www.thefriendlybuzz.com and reach out to hello@thefriendlybuzz.com.
How are matches made?
Relationships are most enriching when the matches are curated. The unique technology and onboarding processes create the most suitable matches for mutually enriching and inspiring connections.
What are some of the benefits of having once-weekly telephone conversations?
Research demonstrates that consistent socialization by older adults leads to a reduced risk of depression and anxiety, longer lifespan and greater self-esteem. It enhances mental health and intellectual capacity, and combats cognitive decline and various forms of dementia. These are just some of the benefits of using StayHomeStaySocial.
I am a social or care worker and I want to register my consenting patients.
We welcome you to register your consenting patients, and we may have special features for you. Please reach out to us on organisations@stayhomestaysocial.org so that we can best accommodate you.
We are an organisation, charity or community, and we want to use your platform.
Our innovative technologies are customizable and scalable to your organisation’s needs. We look forward to partnering with you and to using our technology and expertise to help you reach your goals and help as many people as possible. Please reach out to us on organisations@stayhomestaysocial.org
I am a celebrity, politician or PR agent and want to become involved.
Smart move, and we would be happy to accomodate you and work with you. Please email us at getinvolved@stayhomestaysocial.org
I am a journalist.
We would be happy to hear from you. Please email our press team at press@stayhomestaysocial.org
What if I want to cancel my membership or get a new match?
Our technology works hard to create suitable and likeminded connections. In the unlikely event you would like to change your match, or cancel your membership, email hello@stayhomestaysocial.org.
I cannot make a scheduled call; how do I reschedule?
If you cannot make the call, you may cancel that call by following the short prompts listed in your Matching confirmation email. Please only cancel when absolutely necessary; your match looks forward to speaking with you and we do not want to disappoint.
How do I contact you?
We would love to hear from you. Write to us at hello@stayhomestaysocial.org.
