Nowadays many elderly people live alone and this can cause a variety of problems. What are some of these problems and what solutions can you suggest?

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many old
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live alone and
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can cause a variety of problems.Some problems can be caused by
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phenomenon, but there are some ways to alleviate the issue.
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why
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trend is
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occurring
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, many young
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did not want to
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parent
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. Nowadays, it is difficult to take
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self but if they need
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someone
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else they cannot maintain their lives.
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Also
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they have stress about
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need to
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parents too,
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can lead to having a disease.
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, if elderly
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live alone it can lead to massive danger.
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, if elderly
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need help or
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a disease, they cannot provide help from
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.
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they cannot judge the situation fastly so if danger
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they cannot tackle the issue immediately.
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, there are some ways to help elderly
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. First of all, they can hire
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who can help them. If they hire
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to help elderly
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, it can be helpful for them or their
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can live without stress for having a risk. In
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a child
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could consider
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together with
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them.It is the best
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for taking
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for
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elderly
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, but they need to manage them with stress. In conclusion,
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there are some problems when elderly
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live alone.
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, their
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care
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parents could be encouraged.
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Clarify the reasons why elderly people choose to live alone and how today's society contributes to this situation. This will give readers a better understanding of the problem.
coherence and cohesion
Organize your points logically by discussing a problem and then its respective solution. This will enhance the coherence of your essay.
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Use specific examples, statistics, or studies to support your points and add more depth to your arguments.
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Your introduction clearly outlines the purpose of the essay by presenting both the problem and potential solutions. Well done!
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It’s good that you recognize multiple problems that arise from elderly people living alone, which shows a comprehensive approach.
coherence and cohesion
The essay has a conclusion that summarizes the main points and reaffirms your stance.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Isolation
  • Mental health issues
  • Physical health risks
  • Daily activities
  • Financial difficulties
  • Housekeeping
  • Personal care
  • Medical services
  • Safety concerns
  • Vulnerable
  • Accidents
  • Scams
  • Social interaction
  • Healthcare costs
  • Social services
  • Community-based programs
  • In-home care services
  • Safety measures
  • Subsidize
  • Intergenerational living arrangements
  • Emotional support
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