Alone urges public to support older people hit hard by 'ageist' pandemic

Alone has called on everyone to pledge one act of giving over the next few weeks to help a family member, a neighbour, or someone else they know who could benefit from companionship and support this winter. File picture

The “ageist” pandemic has meant many older people have been faced with slowly losing their social significance and connection over the past two years.

That’s according to older person’s charity Alone, which on Tuesday launched its Christmas campaign aimed at making sure no one is left alone this festive season.