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.
32 CommentsIsolation and Loneliness in Caregiving
Loneliness is an unfortunate byproduct of caregiving that not only exacts an emotional toll but also has the ability to jeopardize one’s physical health. Take these steps to combat isolation and nurture your relationships while caregiving.
35 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
How does a caretaker deal with long-term social isolation?
4 AnswersTaarna Answered May 18, 2022It's so frustrating when non-caregivers don't understand. Can anyone relate?
27 AnswersMaidenkaz Answered May 7, 2022What do I do as I get older and things get tougher for me? Who do I get to help me?
14 AnswersFawnby Replied Apr 23, 2022How does your mom or dad who lives alone (other parent has passed) spend their time? Active or Sedentary? Complaining? Fulfilled?
17 AnswersTothill Answered Apr 19, 2022
Loneliness Discussions
Dad is home from hospital, and now he is lonely.
9 CommentsTothill Commented Apr 13, 2022Sadness with being the "survivor".
3 Comments97yroldmom Commented Feb 4, 2022Vent - living in a ghost world with mum's dementia 🤷🏼♀️
9 Commentslealonnie1 Commented Jan 24, 2022I am 74 years old. I haven't been to church since March 1. I haven't been any restaurants, including MacDonalds since March 1.
52 Commentsfreqflyer Commented Jan 2021
Loneliness Related Topics
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Burnout
- Care Decisions
- Cognitive Decline
- Dementia Behaviors
- Memory Loss
- Aging in Place
- Caregiving
- Cancer
- Sundowner's Syndrome
- Early Onset Alzheimer's
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Adult Day Care
- Signs of Dementia
- Violent Behavior
- Area Agency on Aging
- Mild Dementia
- Prostate Cancer
- Moderate Dementia
- Severe Dementia