Beating loneliness by bridging the generation gap
Summary
Older adults in England are reducing loneliness by connecting with younger companions through intergenerational programs. A company called Aibō matches older adults with younger people to spend time together, improving both social lives and living situations. This initiative also addresses loneliness and high living costs, benefiting both generations.Key Facts
- Aibō is a business in Sussex that connects older adults with younger companions.
- Around 3.1 million people in England experience chronic loneliness.
- Older adults like Janice Roscoe gain companionship from younger people like students, who also help with small tasks.
- These intergenerational connections are not professional caregiving services.
- Solène Declas started Aibō after realizing the positive impact of helping her own grandparents.
- Intergenerational living arrangements are also growing, where younger people live with older homeowners to provide companionship and help with chores.
- Harry Joynt, a widower, now shares his home with Tracy White, who found the arrangement through the Two Generations social enterprise.
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