The most common sources of support and companionship for elderly individuals typically include:

1. Information and Communication Technology

• • Availing of gadget uses for senior partner or spouse

• • Adult children

• • Grandchildren

• • Siblings

2. Friends and Neighbors

• • Longtime friends

• • Neighbors who check in regularly

• • Friends made through community activities

3. Community Organizations

• • Senior centers

• • Religious institutions

• • Volunteer groups

4. Caregivers

• • Home health aides

• • Nursing home staff

• • Adult daycare workers

Of these, family members are the main source of support and company especially a husband or wife or a child. Nevertheless, the specific conditions of each person might create a huge difference as far as the main support system is concerned.