Go on congratulations to lonely elderly!

Solitude occurs among all sections of the population. Nevertheless, the impression is that older people are more likely to experience feelings of loneliness than men and women of other age categories. As one gets older, profound life events that carry the risk of isolation occur more often and sometimes simultaneously. Among these risk factors for loneliness, one can think of, among other things, a sharp drop in income, the loss of loved ones or worsening health. The Congratulations visit project was set up as part of the prevention and investigation of isolation. In this project, elderly people who reach a crown age (75-80-85 years etc) are visited to congratulate them and to discuss their life situation. In an informal discussion, attention is paid to various living areas including health, finances and daytime activities. Volunteers for taking 2 to 5 hours per week.