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Innovative ideas to tackle people’s feeling of loneliness in France

Social isolation is hitting young people in particular, a study shows - we look at some innovative solutions

France lockdown: Can I see people in a support bubble?

People who live alone are not allowed to form support bubbles with other households in France. Other forms of support are available.

French charity gifts desserts to elderly alone at Christmas

Members of the public can buy festive treats in participating bakeries and online to gift to elderly people celebrating alone this year

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Charity aims to end problem of loneliness

5.3 million people in France feel isolated and believe they have no one to turn to

French city has students living in elderly care homes

Students in Montpellier are addressing the issue of elderly loneliness and benefitting from cheaper rent themselves in an exchange that is permitting young people to live in elderly care homes.

Volunteers help target older people’s loneliness

If you are offered a flower on October 1, the UN International Day of Older Persons, it is likely to be from the charity Les Petits Frères des Pauvres who will be suggesting that you pass it on, with a smile and a few kind words, to an elderly person, who may be living alone and lonely.

Lonely

Innovative ideas to tackle people’s feeling of loneliness in France

France lockdown: Can I see people in a support bubble?

French charity gifts desserts to elderly alone at Christmas

Charity aims to end problem of loneliness

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