Projects need to facilitate sharing of information about health between First Nations and the wider community. Recognize the importance of traditional activities for well-being such as gatherings and retreats focusing on spiritual and emotional health. Key Messages Involving seniors in planning and organizing community programs is essential. An environment of mutual respect makes seniors feel comfortable and draws out leaders. The most effective outreach, whether seniors are socially isolated or not, is through personal contact based on trusting relationships.
Personal contact is reinforced by other communication channels.