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Tag: elderly isolation

Posted inEditor's Picks, Health, Next Gen

Meals on Wheels, ASU study how pets affect social isolation, loneliness among older adults

by Adnan Alam Apr 5, 2022Apr 5, 2022

SUN CITY – Steve Siegel, a volunteer with Sun City Meals on Wheels, walks back to his vehicle after delivering prepared food to an older homeowner who lives alone. “We’re the only contact that they have once a day,” Siegel said. “It assures them that they’re at least checked on daily, depending on how often […]

Posted inHealth

Social seclusion cited as one factor affecting senior health

by Steve Crane Jan 10, 2020
Posted inConsumer

Experts tell Senate that aging in isolation a ‘silent killer’ for millions

by Steve Crane Apr 27, 2017Apr 27, 2017

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