More older women are choosing to live on their own, and the shift comes with real advantages. Independence allows daily routines to be shaped without compromise, and the freedom often brings comfort, ...

Older Americans who live alone tend to fare worse than those who don’t live alone on a variety of measures – from emotional and physical wellbeing to material hardship to overall longevity. They also ...

A growing number of Americans are "solo-agers" — they live alone and don't have family to rely on. They're much more likely to live in poverty and struggle with their health. Advocates warn these ...

As inflation continues to reshape the American economy, a quiet demographic shift is compounding the financial pressure on older adults. “Solo-agers,” or adults who are growing old without spouses, ...

In Jurong East, an agency is training volunteers to check on elderly neighbours who live alone. Read more at straitstimes.com ...