In today’s tech-driven world, support for seniors isn’t limited to wearables and reminders - it can come from something as simple, and surprisingly powerful, as a voice. Smart speakers like the Amazon Echo (with …

Loneliness and isolation can take a serious toll on the mental and physical health of older adults. In fact, prolonged isolation has been shown to increase the risk of cognitive decline, depression, and even …

Not every older adult has someone to lean on. While many seniors enjoy the support of children, partners, or extended family, a growing number face aging alone. Whether due to geographical distance, estranged relationships, …

The United States is hurtling toward a demographic tipping point - and it’s one that’s been long predicted but largely unprepared for, a time bomb, some would say. A recent Newsweek feature paints a …

As digital tools become more embedded in daily life, many assume they’re a reliable solution to social isolation - especially for older adults and people with dementia. But the relationship between technology, loneliness, and …

Loneliness among older adults in New Zealand has reached a tipping point - and Age Concern NZ is calling for bold, systemic change. In a recent NZ Herald feature, the organisation renews its call …