Isolation of the elderly is already an issue, but with more people told to stay at home and self isolate, this is becoming an increasing concern.
Here is a useful article highlighting some key tips on how to care for loved ones who are self-isolating.
Isolation and loneliness are already at epidemic levels among the elderly, with Age UK estimating that round two million people in England over the age of 75 live alone and – shockingly – more than a million people go for over a month without speaking to a friend, neighbour or family member.