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#1: Article “Social isolation, loneliness in older people pose health risks” | This article outlines the health risks associated with social isolation and loneliness in older adults and provides practical tips for staying connected. | Available on the link: https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/social-isolation-loneliness-older-people-pose-health-risks |
#2: Podcast “How to Help Older Adults with Social Isolation and Loneliness” | This is growing old: a podcast by the Alliance for Aging Research
Sue Peschin, President and CEO of the alliance for Aging Research, chats with Mark Meridy, Executive Director of DOROT. DOROT’s mission is to decrease social isolation and loneliness among older adults, which is more important than ever. |
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#3: Video “Mrs. Vila’s Loneliness” | This moving short film, winner of the micro-story contest about older women living alone, tells the story of Mrs. Vila, sensitively portraying the experience of loneliness in old age. Story by: Sara María Laborda. | Available on the link:
https://youtu.be/zby2CfCOH2E?si=ZbJpCLhUoQETMs2_ Duration: 2:45min |