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Healthy relationships

Building healthy relationships takes work — and it’s worth it. Practicing self-care and effective communication can help you move forward with more compassion for yourself and your loved ones.

Social resources in your community

Get help finding community resources in your area. Enter your zip code and select “Social Enrichment” from the list of options to find local classes and programs to help you connect with social communities and make new friends.

Learning about relationships and your health

Healthy relationships can profoundly influence your overall well-being. All your relationships — from friendships and work connections to family and romantic relationships — can have a big impact on your emotional, mental, and even physical health. And they play a key role in fostering personal growth, happiness, and a sense of belonging.
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8 traits of a healthy relationship

Here are 8 key signs you’re maintaining a happy and healthy relationship. Learn some valuable insights and tips for fostering strong and positive connections.
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Why social connections are important

Learn how building resilience through social connections can improve your well-being. Get practical tips for growing healthy relationships, which help support your mental and physical health.
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How loneliness can affect your health

Understand the impact of loneliness on your health and learn effective ways to combat it with practical strategies
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Finding your support system

Discover the benefits of support groups and social support. These resources can provide emotional, practical, and educational assistance for many health conditions.

Tools and resources for relationship wellness

You’re not alone when it comes to building healthy relationships. From group health classes to individual coaching services, you can choose from a wide range of resources and support.1 
Domestic violence information

Find online and coaching-by-phone classes taught by our care teams.

Learn more about domestic violence
Wellness Coaching by Phone

Get one-on-one support by phone with a wellness coach.

Learn more about wellness coaching
Emotional support coaching via text

Use the Ginger app for one-on-one text support 24/7.

Get started with digital apps
Relationship wellness classes and support groups

Join one of our relationship wellness classes or support groups to learn ways to maintain healthy connections.1

Find classes and support groups near you

5 ways to reduce loneliness and increase connection

There are plenty of ways to connect nowadays, but that doesn't mean we don't feel lonely sometimes. Loneliness is on the rise for many people. Making meaningful connections with others can help. Even small steps add up to help you feel more connected and less lonely.

How to build healthy relationships

When you feel mentally and emotionally balanced, you bring your best self to all your relationships. Select a topic area below to check out our top articles and videos featuring successful strategies to help cultivate social connections.

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Getting help with an unhealthy relationship

If you’re in an unhealthy relationship, or if you’re not sure, talk with your doctor or other members of your care team. Your care team can help you find support for domestic abuse or other relationship issues you’re facing. They can connect you to appropriate resources, like a social worker or therapist.

The myPlan app is an online tool to help people experiencing relationship abuse.2 It was developed by the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing and is recommended by doctors in Kaiser Permanente’s Family Violence Prevention Program.

Immediate help is available in over 140 languages. You can connect with the support team over the phone at 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)  and via online chat at thehotline.org

Footnotes

1Some classes may require a fee. Classes vary by location.
2Kaiser Permanente does not endorse the medications or products mentioned. Any trade names listed are for easy identification only.


 

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Connecting to care

Got questions? Need help? As a Kaiser Permanente member, you have a range of options.

Make an appointment

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Even when you’re not sure what to ask, let a care team member help you sort it out.