How Social Distancing is Exacerbating Feelings of Loneliness for Some Elderly Americans 2020-05-06

The Takeaway

How Social Distancing is Exacerbating Feelings of Loneliness for Some Elderly Americans

For many elderly people living in long-term care facilities or on their own, social distancing rules are likely leading to increased feelings of loneliness. 

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