Not Something to Ignore
door, for example). A case-by-case option
is a good alternative to volunteering.
Some older adults prefer to be with
younger groups – have a picnic where
they could vicariously socialize with kids
playing sports.
Knowledge is key. It is important to
find out why they have withdrawn from
society are they embarrassed because they
now need a walker or are they dealing
with incontinence? Lack of mobility
discourages socializing but even
someone in a wheel chair can take a
painting class. Help them find ways
to reach out. Talk to them, but do
so with a commitment to be patient
and to be non-judgmental. Perhaps
their doctor could shed light on
any physiological reasons for the
withdrawal.
As the report says, loneliness can
be as lethal. Don’t ignore it!
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Sources:
“Lonely Baby Boomers Report a Public Threat” – Meyer, R.A. (2019) Medium Corp.
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“Are You Secretly Lonely” – Chopra, D. Oprah.com
“When Retirement is a Bad fit” – Eisenberg, R. Next Avenue.
“Solving the Baby Boomer’s Loneliness Crisis” – Breeding, B. (2018). Mylifesite.com
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