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I never answer the door, people who know me ring first , so whoever else it is , I don't want to talk to them. Contactors calling before 11.00am can F**.k off. Aged 86, I live in sheltered housing , and the people around me are not very interesting. I don't like old people ! I could leave my curtains undrawn all week, and no one would act ; a sign of the times !

Its vry different the culture in the west n the south asian culture cz here we highly respect our elders n we never abandoned them alone evn when they r sick..its sad to see many elderly live the last part of their life alone.

I can relate. But i am a violinist and have my music.

Boy do I relate.

People are social animals. When/if we are lonely it's often useful to reach out and help other people. We can sometimes provide the little bit of human contact the other person needs . . . and it can do just as much good for ourselves.

Lonely in a beautiful house! Could be much worse like being lonely in a shit house!

After 21 years of running my company in Vietnam I retired to return to live back in Perth, Western Australia. It was like moving to Mars. I knew no one and my two mid-40s sons and their wives rarely contact me though both live within 15 mins drive. I am trying hard to meet new friends via retirement clubs. We have morning teas and lunches once a month. Sadly, I am the only one who ever invites anyone around to my place for casual chats. No one else can be bothered. returning the invitation. In my region, the art of home visits that cost almost nothing and incur minimum work, has been lost.

Devastating,oh why can’t governments prepare facilities,helpers for poor people?Worldwide elders are living in havoc

Lonely can happen at any age not just the elderly. Life doesn’t come to you, you have to be brave and go get it. The positive of internet and iPads is even with a disability you can socialise at home with FaceTime, similar groups and also listening to podcasts, learning new things on you tube. Don’t give up life as we are just not here long enough.❤

I understand

Sad story. The imagined encounter with the delivery boy, unrealistic as it was, just added to the overwhelming sadness. And We don’t do tea in America but it is apparently a still prized custom.

At least you have NHS or social service peeping on oldies. In Malaysia nobody cares two hooters! Sad really!

At 65, I lead a solitary life in my uncomplicated dwelling. It's hard to form friendships these days, and it requires a significant amount of work. It's becoming more common to encounter gold diggers nowadays. I don't have money. In my chest beats a heart that is pure gold. I have no use for individuals. Being alone in my home is a fun experience. My lonely entertainment is writing stories, playing video games, walking in the neighborhood, cooking food, and surfing the Internet.

I love being alone, thank you very much. And at one time I was a highly sociable person. I won't be watching this video because it isn't positive and things like this can really drag you down.

btw you don't have to be elderly........

I don’t think is a good idea to invite strangers into your house!just like that!..no,no! Find a hobby, go to the community center and socialize with people same age as you, Adopt a homeless cat,dog ,etc,they will love you to death ( if you like animals) grow Plants,join a club,you will meet people like you!..that’s what I am doing! I only have a son, But,he is always busy living his own life(nothing wrong with it)…I do get lonely sometimes ,my cats cheer me up!

Beautiful home.

9 out of 10 widows are women. Ladies, you need to plan a life for yourself♥️

Bad acting who goes to sleep with their glasses still on. Lady is wearing a jumper and scarf when she lays down on the bed but when she hears the knock at the door by the time she comes down the stairs to open the door she is wearing animal print blouse.

In Africa, we leave our children with our parents. They do the chores, run around the house, fight like like all siblings and cousins do. They learn good manners, go to church and have to come home from school. Instead of hanging around with the wrong crowd. This helps our careers and marriages. We extent and renovate our parents houses, send money and groceries. It is a win win situation.

We made a short film that might of interest to you: th-cam.com/video/B61P3J7kUqI/w-d-xo.html. It's also on the subject of loneliness, faced by the elderly who have otherwise been in long monogamous relationships for the majority of their lives.

One of the smartest solutions I’ve ever read about for lonely people who have money was, buying a permanent cabin on a Cunard liner and traveling the world. All meals taken care of, hospital on board, people everywhere for company when in the mood, cabin cleaned, laundry done, no responsibilities, and they take care of you when the inevitable end comes.

This was offensive. Not all lonely elderly people are desperate for some young boy to come in for a cup of tea. i would never do that. shouldnt have portrayed her as so desperate.

I never thought I would be 70 and lonely. I do not mind it yet. I have all creature comforts, 4 cats and a sweet little dog. But what really bothers me is my good fortune and how other people out there get be in worse shape and lonely. That breaks my lonely heart.

Im 61 and have nobody , most of the time im ok whith this , if i am around in 15 years time it might be differant 🤔, my health is my friend

Alone is better than being with dishonest people.,thugs and criminals.

So sad.😢But don't invite strangers ,they may not be nice and you could put yourself in danger.

Oh come on....life is what you make it and how you choose to see it. This lady has a beautiful home, financial security, food on the table and her mobility. She can choose to do hobbies, volunteer work, meet people at church or book clubs. ....things are a lot worse for many seniors, who have to worry about the basics.

Dare I say that a big cause of loneliness is the superficiality of life these days. Making friends out of strangers is a risky business. If you are over selective, you will fail. You have to trust more and accept people's differences and oddities. We have done a very good job of covering all individual needs, forgetting that we still live socially, and the richness of that life is about sharing rather than self-satisfaction.

I certainly know the feeling it's heartbreaking and very very lonesome and sad and depressing you don't understand unless you're going through it I can relate wholeheartedly your children have their own lives to live so you don't like to bother them😢

You shouldn’t open the door til you know who is on the other side. Do u have a window you can look out to see who is there? 😳

This is why seniors get taken advantage of. The desperation is palpable.

I'm a Senior and I work and volunteer. I'm a CASA and I volunteer at a Cat adoption center, plus I'm involved with several clubs. Someone may have to help you find these things, but there is no need to be lonely sweet loves.

Every day of life you have your own decision to laugh and make it a good day or to feel sad. I started with 66 years my old hobby again, even while I'm sitting in an electric wheel chair, I ride a small motorbike. We are an example for the younger. And I like it to make people smile about my retro bike and telling me their stories. But if it's a sad day, that's okay too. I'm thankful for the food on my plate, a home, and I try to help others. I took and take all the packages for my neighbors, but not invite them, not expecting thankfulness. It's just normal. A cat of my neighbor adopted me. Last year the cat died and I took care for my neighbor and now she takes care for me. Let it flow!

Yes. It's getting rougher for me. Not feeling well.. Staying home more. Now my handicapped son had to move farther away, his rent went up 200.00. my daughter lives hours away. I would love to not always eat alone. Or a friend to thrift shop w.me. I try not to get down. But....

She has a beautiful home. The post office must pay very well in the UK.

Amazon drivers don't have time for a cup of tea they work their ass off😂❤

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nice house

In a world full of people no one should be lonely 😢

Better to be alone then to be with people they don't love you. You are safe when you are alone

And if they treated u like.... Cmon - they deserve whatever cms to them. Its a thin line between love & hate girls. Dont flip yr man around & treat him badly bcs one day ur karma will get u & yll receive what u dished out t a nice guy....

I am 82 years old, live alone and love it. I have family, A few close friends, work part-time, and participate in activities. I cook, entertain, and take adult education classes. If one is still healthy, life is what you make it. I understand some folks might have health problems that make living alone difficult. But to others, take responsibility for your own happiness. Do not wait for others to call you. Do volunteer work, get a part-time job, join a senior center. Stop feeling sorry for yourselves. Count your blessings.

These days there are plenty of online groups seniors can join just to chat, etc. Check with your local health center, hospital or senior center. You’ll make friends so quickly and you’ll love it! ❤🎉❤

Thank you for this film , unfortunately in North America you could not do this tea .It would not be safe .The loneliness has to be dealt with in a different way .😊😊❤

What on earth? An older woman in good shape in a FABULOUS house? I'm a Brit about the same age who lives alone. I work full time and go to classes at night. Couldn't relate to this at all.

I find it enriching to talk to God in my room in the mornings about anything. He listens. He is ever present.

According to recent stats, over 25% of young people (40 and under) have rejected one or both parents. Loneliness and heartbreak are epidemic. "Am i my brother's keeper?"

I dont really feel sorry for her. She lives in a beautiful home. There are people who are far worser than her regardless of age.

This lady has a beautiful home and apparently a decent income. She seems healthy and active enough to join a club or take a class instead waiting around for her family to visit. Many elderly are so much more worse off.