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Abstract
Due to an increase in life expectancy and other demographic factors, there is now a larger number of older men and women in our society. At the same time, loneliness and social isolation are increasing. This article draws upon a research project undertaken in 2014 to explore existing services for socially isolated older men in Belfast, and outlines key messages. Firstly, the paper highlights some of the experiences of isolated older men in one region of the UK. Secondly, it provides a review of service provision, providing ‘expert’ knowledge about how these services can affect men’s lives in different ways. Finally, the paper offers recommendations for enhancing the provision of services for socially isolated older men, based on the information gathered throughout the project.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 273-289 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Journal | Community Development Journal |
Volume | 54 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 17 Jul 2017 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 05 Apr 2019 |
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R2014SSP: Strengthening the evidence base of the Ageing Sector in Northern Ireland
01/08/2013 → …
Project: Research
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R2062SSP: A Review of Service Provision for Men Aged 50+ (Belfast)
Devine, P., Anand, J. & Montgomery, L.
27/01/2014 → 31/03/2015
Project: Research
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Gerontological Association of America (GSA) 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting
Paula Devine (Presenter) & Charlotte Neville (Contributor)
06 Nov 2020Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in conference
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Belfast City wide meeting on reducing isolation and loneliness amongst older people
Paula Devine (Speaker)
04 Feb 2020Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
Profiles
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Paula Devine
- School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work - Senior Social Survey Officer
- Contemporary Social Issues and Policy
Person: Research