Guest article: Why isolation and loneliness are ignored epidemics among older adults
Isolation and loneliness are the ignored epidemics ravaging the lives of older adults, particularly among those with diminishing health and mobility issues, but technology can help…
Guest article: How assistive tech can tackle loneliness and improve the quality of life for older people
Credit: Estera Kluczenko With the coronavirus pandemic disrupting almost every part of our daily lives, socially distancing and reducing face-to-face contact with others has become…
New app in development with advice on falls prevention and combatting loneliness to help people live independently for longer
Online health educator The Sound Doctor has announced the development of its new app to help people live longer and more independently at home. The…
New programme launched to support 10,000 older people who feel lonely and isolated
Age UK and the Masonic Charitable Foundation have partnered together to launch a new, three-year programme – Later Life Goals – to help older people…
New innovation aims to get people talking through their TVs
A new device has launched to connect people by turning any traditional television into a modern, two-way communication device. The new Sentab Set Top box…
NRS Healthcare supports the mental wellbeing of older people during #SilverWeek2016
Throughout their 69 year history, the NRS Healthcare team have been supporting the physical needs of older people by offering innovative equipment to help them…
Online retailer supports The Silver Line charity
Ability Superstore has partnered with The Silver Line charity to help educate about and combat loneliness amongst older people. The company is now giving customers…