As Singapore becomes a super-aged society and more seniors are expected to live alone, experts and eldercare providers say ...

New York State’s Office for the Aging, in charge of administering housing, transportation and health programs for the elderly, has purchased more than 800 robots to act as companions for older adults.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tech for good. Most people have felt lonely at some point in their lives. However, while many will eventually overcome this ...

In a world where technology really helps with our lives, here we have the Chongker Companion Robot Pet that comes up with a good solution for those seeking companionship without complexities.

The thought that online dating may be something used only by younger generations may now be a thing of the past. Recent data has shown that seniors are starting to embrace the use of technology nearly ...

Hyderabad's 'Senior Saathi' program connects youth and elderly to combat loneliness and foster meaningful inter-generational ...

I was chatting with an elderly friend who is widowed. We were talking about canine companions. Because of advancing age, this friend didn’t think it was a good idea to get a dog. But home was lonely.

Having a pet during the golden years can bring numerous benefits: constant companionship, daily motivation, and an improvement in emotional health. However, one of the most important decisions for ...

Budding Companions was founded by Fremd High School students with the goal of promoting positivity amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization has been recruiting student volunteers to provide ...

Thanksgiving can be a lonely time for seniors, widows, and those who may not have family in the area. The Gucciardo Real ...

Hyderabad: Loneliness among the elderly is emerging as a silent but urgent social concern. Surveys show that 13.4% of older ...

An increasingly popular market in China for “outsourced children” — services where strangers are hired to provide companionship and care for elderly people living alone — is sparking debate over the ...