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Loneliness
Jul 8, 2022 4 min

The Negative Health Effects of Loneliness Among The Elderly

“Human beings are social creatures” – this sentence is probably one of the most common definitions describing people. As such, we often take the presence of others for granted. However, loneliness is a serious issue among people regardless of their age, gender, and ethnicity. CQC-regulated care Founded by an NHS dementia doctor Expert live-in care, arranged with one free call. Speak to a knowledgeable care adviser and we’ll match your loved one with the right carer — often within 24–72 hours. 1,000+ families cared for 50,000 care hours / month ★★★★★ Excellent · Trustpilot Book call → Find a carer Prefer to talk now? 0203 870 4220 Free & no-obligation · UK-based advisers · typically reply same day The COVID-19 pandemic forced societies worldwide into long periods of social isolation and social distancing, which prompted a discussion about the fact of feeling lonely and its possible consequences. Loneliness is a…

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Jun 13, 2025 3 min
Loneliness in older people

Loneliness and depression in older people

Getting older can be difficult and lonely. The death of friends and loved ones can limit your social circle. In fact, nearly half of all people over 75 live alone. Disability, dementia or disease can make it a challenge to…

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Apr 30, 2025 5 min
Loneliness in old age

Battling the Loneliness Epidemic

As your elderly loved ones age they inevitably lose lifetime friends and close family members, which can leave them feeling both bereft and isolated. Isolation and loneliness in older people are growing problems in the UK.  The number of people…

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