Many older people who I have talked with have expressed a feelings of isolation from wider society, particularly if they are living alone. COVID has magnified these feelings of loneliness and social isolation for many. Further to this, another way that older people are increasingly isolated in our community is through technology. As older people struggle to keep up with technology and smart phones, they fall further behind and become more and more isolated as they are simply unable to engage.

To fight inequality in old age, we must strive for equality at every age.

"We must ensure that the hardship faced by the elderly, particularly
ageing women, is not ignored as the conversation continues."

Dr Marisa Paterson MLA