Combating loneliness with technology enabled care

Older generations are fitter, healthier and more independent than ever before. However, an ageing population presents challenges to society. This is where technology enabled care (TEC) comes in. TEC can help older people live a richer, longer and more independent life. It can also improve the working conditions of care providers. But TEC can also be a solution to a growing social issue that many countries are facing: Loneliness!

Loneliness can cause major health issues

Loneliness can be soul crushing but can also cause physical problems, including premature death. Loneliness is as dangerous as smoking and obesity, according to several studies. The problem exists among all ages but is especially prevalent among the elderly. 

The home care of today is one cause of loneliness but it can become a crucial part of the solution when combined with TEC. Recent years have seen a number of technological breakthroughs and the birth of new digital tools. However, those tools are not yet widely used but they could offer great opportunities for freeing up time and resources for carers to focus on reducing loneliness. 

Let's end loneliness together!

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Combating loneliness with technology enabled care (eng)

Välfärdsteknik som murbräcka mot ensamhet (swe)