Janet Morrison, chief executive of Independent Age, found that being able to use the web can mean elderly individuals, which might include those who wear medical alert jewellery, are able to keep in touch with friends and family to stave off feelings of loneliness.
This follows a survey by the Mental Health Foundation that revealed how one in ten people of all ages say they suffer from this problem, which can lead to physical and mental health issues.
Ms Morrison suggested that by 'enabling older people to see what technology can do for them' and offering computer training, many individuals' social activity 'on and offline' will increase.
She added that there are those who are 'still able to and enjoy contributing to society' in a number of ways including looking after grandchildren or volunteering.
This follows a survey by the Mental Health Foundation that revealed how one in ten people of all ages say they suffer from this problem, which can lead to physical and mental health issues.
Ms Morrison suggested that by 'enabling older people to see what technology can do for them' and offering computer training, many individuals' social activity 'on and offline' will increase.
She added that there are those who are 'still able to and enjoy contributing to society' in a number of ways including looking after grandchildren or volunteering.
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