That wasn't the problem at all. Turns out she prepared the meal and then left for the day, Blenkiron said. What the man really missed was company at mealtime, she said. Social isolation is a very important factor, Blenkiron said. The benefits for older people of going to a meal site are far more than just getting good food to eat, Schneiderman said.
People get out of their homes.
To cope with loneliness when eating alone, Schneiderman suggested creating the illusion of company. One meal program volunteer said she likes to sit in front of a mirror when she eats so she sees a familiar face. Even better, find some company for meals when possible, Schneiderman said. All rights reserved.