There’s an expression; “Friends- you can’t live with them and you can’t live without them.” It appears that the latter is very true. Research proves that close connections to friends and family helps foster better health in seniors. Did you know that loneliness contributes to a significant decline in function and premature death in adults over 60? Equally important is that it’s not necessarily the number of friends you have, but more the quality of the relationships that really matter.
Loneliness in our seniors is a topic that’s close to my heart as I’ve witnessed this first hand. I’ve found a number of insightful articles on Loneliness and the Elderly including one from the University of Michigan that I’ve posted here to give a well-rounded perspective on such a serious topic, plus some peace of mind in what you need to know.