Tag Archives: social

Is multi-tasking the enemy of listening?

Is multi-tasking the enemy of listening?

We recently had a reader call to share her response to our series of articles on loneliness in older people. She described how a visit to see her family, instead of providing support and companionship ...
Everyday heroes

Everyday heroes

Volunteering benefits can mean an enhanced social life, less loneliness, a better job, and – for one in 10 – a partner, according to new research. Around eight in 10 people said volunteeri ...
Convert to sharing?

Convert to sharing?

At this time of year our thoughts turn towards lonely people, rich and poor. There are bereaved partners and single divorcees living in their now too large houses, isolated and facing excessive mortga ...