Loneliness among Older Men in Western and Eastern Europe

With rising life expectancy, and a rapidly ageing population, loneliness and isolation among older adults is set to increase.  Today, one in five people in the EU is over 65, and older men make up over 41 million of Europe’s population.  But what does this mean for wellbeing and social inclusion? …  This new report, authored by TASC and commissioned by Friends of the Elderly Ireland, explores these questions across Ireland, Poland and Romania.  Published to mark the 20th anniversary of the EU’s Eastern Enlargement, it provides fresh insights into the causes of loneliness, its impact, and solutions that can make a difference.  Download a copy at: https://www.tasc.ie/assets/files/pdf/tasc_friends_of_the_elderly_ireland_october_2025.pdf