Students Create Hotline to Help Seniors in Isolation During Coronavirus Outbreak

High school students in Canada have set up a free hotline to offer solace for seniors stuck in isolation during the coronavirus pandemic, reports Fox News . The phone line, 1-877-JOY-4ALL, offers a friendly voice on the other line, in addition to recordings of stories, jokes, kind messages, letters, poetry, and music. The organizers' goal is to keep everyone engaged and happy during the outbreak. "During these challenging times and ongoing public health measures, we know that it is especially difficult for seniors and folks experiencing isolation," states the program's website. One of the hotline's founders, student Jared Quinn, thinks the program can eliminate generational gaps and allow students and seniors to learn more about each other. "I think we can learn a lot of respect for each other and a lot of wisdom from our elders in the community," he said. Students plan to add more content as the project expands, and are currently requesting submissions on their website.