How are you? Photos of connection & isolation pandemic from lockdown

Visit Barclay Manor to tour an interactive photography exhibition that features images of connection and isolation from the first pandemic lockdown.

In March 2020, the world was halted by COVID-19. All of our lives and social relationships were disrupted. At the onset of the pandemic, we knew little about how physical distancing would impact the social connectedness and loneliness experiences of older adults.

Two and a half years later, many people still face challenges to regain or maintain social connections, which are critical to better health in later life.

UBC and SFU researchers partnered with the West End Seniors’ Network to learn about older adults’ experiences during the pandemic and beyond.

In April 2020, UBC PhD Candidate Callista Ottoni asked participants to take photographs of moments when they felt connected or isolated in their homes and neighbourhoods.

We invite you to visit the resulting work and add your own responses:

• Which images resonate with your own experiences; which images differ?
• What in your life right now helps you feel socially connected?
• What do you or your peers need more of to combat social isolation and loneliness in your community?

Drop-in guided tours by the curator:

Friday September 30th 2-3:30 pm and Wednesday, October 12th 2:00-3:30 pm

Curated by Callista Ottoni, PhD Candidate, University of British Columbia, in partnership with Jennifer Conroy, West End Seniors’ Network. This event will proceed in accordance with Provincial Health, COVID-19 guidelines.

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Host or Publisher Callista Ottoni