Older women and loneliness

Women report higher rates of loneliness and use healthcare services differently than men. There are several reasons for this, including the fact that women live longer, are more likely to experience widowhood, and have greater caregiving responsibilities and financial insecurity.
Addressing loneliness, through initiatives like social prescribing and supportive service programs in naturally occurring retirement communities, could help meet their care needs and prevent future healthcare use.
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