I was recently asked to share these informative articles. The articles contain a great deal of information on and ideas for preventing senior loneliness and isolation. Loneliness in seniors is a national epidemic that we can all help to change one person at a time! Volunteer to help at your local senior center, center or agency on aging, division for aging, church, temple, or synagogue! Even a little time can make a big impact on others! Enjoy the articles below and fee

We are social beings, so living alone and not having access to socialization will take a toll on most people at any age. However, due to a variety of factors loneliness and social withdrawal are a significant issue for many seniors today. Many seniors with cognitive impairments become afraid to interact, embarrassed about their behavior, or self conscious so they withdrawal from others. Sometimes other seniors have medical issues that lead to fatigue or make it difficult t