This resource discusses: the causes and effects of loneliness, awareness and action, statistics about loneliness and provides resources about loneliness.

Researchers surveyed over 1000 Australians aged 75+ about the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on their mental health. This report details the findings.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused detrimental impacts on different population groups throughout the world. This study aimed to explore the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic’s mandatory lockdown protocols on individual and social activities and mental health conditions of community-dwelling older people in Jakarta, Indonesia.

This white paper asserts that a national strategy to address loneliness and social isolation is needed now to accelerate Australia's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuild a more socially connected, cohesive and thriving society.

Throughout this inquiry, the Committee heard about many barriers preventing culturally diverse older people from accessing the services they need when they need them. This report draws upon comprehensive evidence received from expert stakeholders and people with lived experience to make 61 findings and 76 recommendations on improving access to, and the quality of, services...