For many older people, the COVID-19 pandemic increased levels of loneliness and isolation. They were unable to visit friends and family, and access in-person support. Low levels of digital literacy among older people also prevented them from making the most of online support services.

On the Policy@Manchester blog, Dr Lis Boulton assesses the effects that the pandemic had on older people, and highlights some of the ways that older people can be supported now and in the future:

• Only a call away: Reducing loneliness and social isolation in older people

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