Combating Social Isolation
Making a phone call to or visiting a family member or checking on a neighbor doesn’t take much time but, could make a big difference in somebody’s life. Communication via …
Making a phone call to or visiting a family member or checking on a neighbor doesn’t take much time but, could make a big difference in somebody’s life. Communication via …
It is important not to underestimate the power of technology when thinking about ways to enhance a senior’s interactions with friends and family and supplement their social life. There are …
While the pharmaceutical industry continues to come up empty handed for effective drugs in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, Tech companies are providing sources of help for patients, their families, …
Many studies are drawing a link between feelings of social isolation, loneliness and depression. However, technology instead of increasing isolation can be used as a tool to address it. Good …
Here’s some news we feel is very positive. The rapidly-growing population of aging tech users is creating a new wave of software startups catering specifically to seniors. We will keep …
New strategies in Great Britain are aimed to bring together health services, businesses, councils, charities and community groups to help people build connections to lead happier and healthier lives. Loneliness …
In Britain, more than half of people over 75 describe themselves as “chronically lonely”, and 33% of them feel their loneliness is “out of control” according to an article in …
We like to share helpful reviews of the best apps for seniors. Seniors do seem to be embracing technology in droves as the article states. However, our research shows firsthand …
Here’s an idea worth sharing. Studies show that as men age it is harder to form friendships and that men often have habits that pose certain health risks (alcohol and …
Studies are showing that older adults will be increasingly vulnerable to privacy hacks. Protecting our data privacy in dominant tools like Facebook and Instagram, Google, Twitter, and Youtube are inadequate. …