ABSTRACT

Objective: This study aimed to analyze research on social isolation intervention for the older adults living alone, find effective social isolation intervention techniques and provide basic data for effective application of these interventions. Methods: Databases from SCOPUS, Web of Science, Research Information Sharing Service, and CINAHL, which contained studies from January 2012 to January 2023, were searched through using the search terms, “social isolation” AND (“older” OR “elder” OR “aged” OR “geriatric”) AND (“living alone” OR “live alone”) AND “intervention”. Ultimately, five studies were selected for further analysis. Results: Four of the five selected studies provided interventions related to social interactions, and one provided computer-based interventions. As a result of the intervention, social isolation and loneliness were reduced, and effects such as increasing social support, improving environmental quality of life, and improving life satisfaction were also reported. Conclusion: This study investigated interventions for older adults living alone who complained of social isolation. This information can be used as a basis for effective social isolation interventions in occupational therapy.