Hosted by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kathy Mattea, this edition of AGING MATTERS explores the characteristics and health implications of social isolation and loneliness on the elderly. The 30-minute documentary features the stories of older adults who have experienced feeling detached from the wider community due to factors like the loss of a spouse, the stresses of caregiving, illness or loss of mobility. Finally, AGING MATTERS: LONELINESS & ISOLATION looks at the innovative ways that social ties and community can be created to prevent social withdrawal.