The challenges facing older people in Scotland

75%

of all deaths involving Covid-19 in 2020 were among people aged 75 or over

of all over 75s said the TV or a pet is their main form of company (pre-pandemic)

Over half

200,000

older people in Scotland go at least half a week without speaking to anyone

More than 150,000

people aged 55+ were advised to shield in 2020 (Public Health Scotland)

Thank you for all you’re doing to continue supporting the older people during these incredibly uncertain times - it is deeply, deeply appreciated.

Age Scotland helpline caller