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

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.

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

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...

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

Mahasiswa UiTM santuni warga emas dengan sentuhan AI

SEMENYIH: Prihatin terhadap kesihatan mental warga emas, seramai 27 mahasiswa Komunikasi Antarapersonal UiTM Shah Alam menyantuni penghuni Pusat Jagaan Mahmudah menerusi program Heart2Hope: Spreading Care, Inspiring Hope, baru-baru ini. Program berkenaan memberi tumpuan kepada usaha meningkatkan kesejahteraan emosi penghuni pusat jagaan menerusi interaksi sosial, aktiviti fizikal ringan serta penggunaan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI). Inisiatif itu ... Read more The post Mahasiswa UiTM santuni warga emas dengan sentuhan AI appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

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.

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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. []

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.

New slice-of-life novel finds comfort in food and human connection

A new Korean novel explores the quiet comforts of food and human connection through 15 interwoven stories drawn from ordinary life. Set against the backdrop of everyday routines — exhausting commutes home, the pressures of prolonged exam preparation and unexpected crises at work — Lee Su-min's debut novel When You Start With Something Delicious (literal translation) follows seemingly ordinary people navigating moments of uncertainty and change. While fatigue and emotional numbness have become

CARTOON: ‘With a Little Help’ from Chinese Friends

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

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.

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 []

Family 'concerned for wellbeing' of missing Laois teenager

Marian McNamara, aged 15, has been missing since Saturday

Lonely in Iowa: Friendly Faces, Fewer Real Friends

Lonely in Iowa: Friendly Faces, Fewer Real Friends

Beyond Shelters: Addressing the Roots of Homelessness

Beyond Shelters: Addressing the Roots of Homelessness

An intriguing portrait of an isolated society

Margaret von Klemperer reviews 'John of John' by Douglas Stuart

Trans Students at Stanford Feel ‘Confused and Abandoned’ Two Years After Discussion Group Shut Down

“Are our lives not hard enough that we can have this one moment of solace and just come together?” The post Trans Students at Stanford Feel ‘Confused and Abandoned’ Two Years After Discussion Group Shut Down first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Disasters Emergency Committee launches urgent appeal following ‘catastrophic’ Venezuelan earthquake

Humanitarian groups say citizens urgently need shelter, food, water and medical care

We Need To Talk About The Friendships We're Letting Go

Letting go of a longtime friendship can leave you swimming in guilt. Therapists explain why friendships naturally fade as we age, and why it isn't a failure.

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.

Holland High Key Club Supports Elderly with Essential Donations

Student Key Club members at Holland High School in Trelawny are making a meaningful difference in the lives of elderly residents at Casa De Amor Nursing Home in Greenwood, St. []

Tiempo: Girl Scout troop unites girls living in shelters across New York City

Tiempo: Girl Scout troop unites girls living in shelters across New York City

Cat Island Residents Come Together to Prepare Burial Site for Crash Victims

CAT ISLAND, BAHAMAS - On Cat Island, grief was met with an outpouring of support for the families of two teen girls whose lived were cut short. As the community prepares to bury two of the five young people killed in last weekend's Shirley Street crash, dozens of residents came together to help prepare their final resting place.

'Very positive' - project gathers fostering experiences

The My Fostering Journey project involved listening to biological and adopted children, otherwise known as children who foster, about their experiences.

Two dead, 427 families displaced after Jika Joe informal settlement fire

Two dead, 427 families displaced after Jika Joe informal settlement fire

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 ...