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The Invisible Walls: Fighting Loneliness in Assisted Living | The Difference We Make
In this episode of The Difference We Make, host Ashling Scallon explores the profound and often overlooked crisis of loneliness among seniors in assisted living facilities. This is not just a story about aging; it is an urgent call to action for anyone who cares about social impact, elder care, and community connection. We delve into the 'invisible walls' that isolate elderly residents like Martha, who may be physically surrounded by staff and family but emotionally adrift in a sea of polite distance. The episode argues that while medical care is vital, the true crisis facing our aging…
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