Craving Companionship
Some of our most memorable meals are the ones we enjoy with loved ones. How does this impact the elderly who eat alone? According to a nationwide study from Home Instead, a home care service for older adults, seniors who eat most of their meals alone are twice as likely to feel lonely compared to those who enjoy companionship at mealtime—leading to feelings of isolation and poor eating habits. Additionally, lonely seniors skip more than 20 percent of their meals each year. Read more about Craving Companionship