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Alone Received 50,000 Calls To Its Support Line So far This year.

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It says some older people are experiencing isolation and loneliness.

Alone, the charity supporting older people, has received 50,000 calls to its support line to date.

The organisation supports older people who are experiencing isolation and loneliness, and also offers and information on people's rights and entitlements.

CEO of Alone Sean Moynihan, says they've seen the needs of older people have change throughout the pandemic

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Sean Moynihan, says they've seen a variety of support needs from older people throughout the pandemic

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