Loneliness in the Elderly
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Combatting the Epidemic of Loneliness in Seniors
Isolation and loss are two side effects of aging that can negatively impact one’s physical and mental health. Discover how to help lonely seniors reengage with their surroundings and pursue meaningful social connections.
34 CommentsIsolation and Loneliness in Caregiving
Loneliness is an unfortunate byproduct of caregiving that exacts an emotional toll and can jeopardize one’s physical health. Take these steps to combat isolation and nurture your relationships while caregiving.
39 CommentsReducing Loneliness: How to Help Seniors During the Holidays
The holidays should be merry and bright, but many elders feel increasingly isolated and unhappy this time of year. Use these tips to brighten up an aging loved one’s winter season.
10 CommentsCaregivers Can Be Each Other’s Best Friend
After more than 40 years, my childhood friend and I reconnected several years ago and were amazed to find that we fell back into step after all of those years. Our common connection: caregiving.
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Loneliness Questions
My Mom is 91 yrs old and in a nursing home. She has Alzheimer's and we are in need of a sitter, companion for a couple of hours a day.
5 AnswersMargaretMcKen Replied 19 hours agoMy 92-year-old father-in-law is lonely and bored but won't reach out and lives alone. What are some ways we can get him involved?
11 AnswersJenny10 Answered Nov 12, 2025How do we help our 91-year-old mother adjust to the skilled nursing facility she has been living in for 2 weeks?
16 AnswersHrmgrandcna Answered Oct 20, 2025How should I speak (verbiage) with my very independently minded father (who is isolating) about utilizing a companion care organization?
6 AnswersTouchMatters Answered Oct 17, 2025
Loneliness Discussions
Diagnosis: Feeling so lonely as my wife's caregiver.
12 Commentsgolden23 Commented Nov 28, 2025What do I do if I have severe social anxiety? I am 2 years and 8 months into recovery but still depressed and dont want to see anyone?
9 CommentsMiaMoor Commented Sep 17, 2025My mother needs companionship. Where do I start?
14 CommentsRick80 Commented Jan 24, 2025My long rant... just need some connection
6 Commentswaytomisery Commented Oct 2024
Loneliness Related Topics
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Burnout
- Care Decisions
- Cognitive Decline
- Dementia Behaviors
- Memory Loss
- Aging in Place
- Cancer
- Caregiving
- Sundowner's Syndrome
- Adult Day Care
- Early Onset Alzheimer's
- Signs of Dementia
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Mild Dementia
- Violent Behavior
- Area Agency on Aging
- Prostate Cancer
- Moderate Dementia
- Severe Dementia