‘I’m lonely’: why are 50% of Hong Kong’s elderly socially isolated – and what can help?

‘I’m lonely’: why do Hong Kong’s elderly feel isolated – and how can they be helped?

In the first of a five-part Health Matters wellness series on ageing in Hong Kong, Fiona Sun examines rising social isolation among the elderly, its serious health risks and how activities and community support are helping seniors stay socially engaged. Chow Kam-shim, 92, and her husband Lau Moon-wing, 100, still face off against opponents every day on the boccia court at their residential home for the elderly in Hong Kong’s Po Lam. Focused and steady, the couple send coloured leather balls...

I regret drifting from my oldest friends – at 64, I’m lonely

For the first time in years, I felt real happiness

Case Study: Michigan Nonprofit Strengthens Elder Support Services with Cisco’s Cloud‑Managed Network

Isolation among older adults is a silent epidemic, especially in rural areas where geography, weather, and limited transportation can compound loneliness. A significant portion also experience economic insecurity, a reality reflected in national data showing that millions of seniors struggle with rising costs of housing, food, and healthcare, leaving them at heightened risk of poverty. For Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly (LBFE), whose mission is to alleviate isolation among older adults, reliable communication and connection are more than operational necessities — they’re lifelines.

Can an avatar help overcome social isolation? Korea's 'Shy Cafe' says yes

Can an avatar help overcome social isolation? Korea's 'Shy Cafe' says yes

Lewat dapat kerja antara faktor burukkan krisis generasi sandwic

Kos sara hidup yang semakin meningkat hari ini menyebabkan semakin ramai golongan muda berdepan tekanan kewangan bagi mengimbangi tanggungjawab terhadap diri sendiri dan keluarga. Ramai dalam kalangan mereka juga turut membantu ibu bapa yang semakin berusia selain menyara adik-beradik atau anak dalam keadaan ekonomi yang semakin mencabar. Situasi ini dikenali sebagai krisis generasi ‘sandwic’ iaitu ... Read more The post Lewat dapat kerja antara faktor burukkan krisis generasi sandwic appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Want to Live Longer? Put Down Your Smartphone and Do This 1 Thing

Being social is good for you. It might even help reduce mortality in certain groups.

Hong Kong seniors work beyond retirement

In Hong Kong, a lifetime of labour no longer guarantees enough money to retire. And the city's ageing population is now having to choose between their physical health and keeping a roof above their heads. Emily Siu reports.

homlessness homelessness

homlessness homelessness

Steve Marshall steps back from Age Concern Marbella-San Pedro publicity role after years of service

English-speaking older residents across the Costa del Sol can gain vital companionship and clear advice from Age Concern Marbella-San Pedro. []

Beneath Paloh's quiet streets, a 'ghost town' fights for light, water and hope

JOHOR POLLS | Many youths have left, leaving elderly constituents to deal with inadequate facilities.

3 Signs You and Your Partner Are Falling Into ‘Roommate Syndrome’ (and How to Fix It)

When it comes to long-term relationships, it’s easy to fall into a rut and become complacent. However, this behavior can destroy even the best and healthiest connections. Experts call this “roommate syndrome,” and it’s not as lighthearted as it might sound. What Is ‘Roommate Syndrome’ in Dating? In dating, roommate syndrome refers to the dynamic []

CARTOON: ‘With a Little Help’ from Chinese Friends

Serhiy Kolyada’s ironic take on the latest international events.

28-year-old shares her funny texts with 75-year-old male roommate. People love their unlikely friendship.

From hearing aid runs, to fireside chats about life and music, this bond has people captivated. The post 28-year-old shares her funny texts with 75-year-old male roommate. People love their unlikely friendship. appeared first on Upworthy.

Lonely in Iowa: Friendly Faces, Fewer Real Friends

Lonely in Iowa: Friendly Faces, Fewer Real Friends

Singapore Institute of Management: Student Life and Campus Communities Becoming a Key Deciding Factor in Higher Education

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - Beyond academic rankings and programme offerings, students today are placing increasing emphasis on campus life, wellbeing support, and a sense of belonging when choosing where to pursue higher education. This shift reflects a broader trend ...

Lifestyle influencer and fashion entrepreneur Lee Joo-hee dies 'suddenly' age 44

Lifestyle influencer and fashion entrepreneur Lee Joo-hee dies 'suddenly' age 44

The Cost of Staying Put: Aging in the Neighborhood You Love

The Cost of Staying Put: Aging in the Neighborhood You Love

Prayagraj shows highest unemployment rate, Ahmedabad lowest among million-plus cities

The survey covered over 19,000 households with around 60,000 persons with the age of 15 year years or more in million-plus cities

In a hit low-budget film, Beijing sees a way to court Chinese communities abroad

“Dear You,” a Teochew-language family drama and migration story, has raised fraught questions of identity among some Chinese communities abroad.

Middle aged adults want to relive their youth, not have to pee seven times a night [Obvious]

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School pay heartfelt tribute to 'bubbly' teen who died just weeks after completing her Leaving Cert

The 18-year-old has been remembered as a loyal, caring friend who was absolutely adored her family

‘A Family Trying to Survive’: Six Die at Motel Used to House Broome County’s Homeless

‘A Family Trying to Survive’: Six Die at Motel Used to House Broome County’s Homeless

Beyond Shelters: Addressing the Roots of Homelessness

Beyond Shelters: Addressing the Roots of Homelessness

Why more South Koreans are becoming ‘full-time children’

Job scarcity and climbing housing costs have fueled the emergence of a new family role: young adults who stay home, help run the household and, in some cases, care for aging parents. For years, achieving success in South Korea has been associated with a familiar life trajectory: graduate, find a stable job, move out, marry, start a family. For a growing number of young adults, however, that sequence is breaking down. Instead, some are embracing a new identity that has recently gained traction on