App aims to connect seniors and fight loneliness
NCT ID NCT07443813
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a program called VITA that combines a smartphone app with in-person training to help older adults connect with others and find local activities. One hundred people aged 65 and older who live independently are taking part. The goal is to see if the app can reduce loneliness and improve social connections and well-being.
What this could mean
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Active substance
VITA mobile app with in-person digital literacy training
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a practical, low-cost way to reduce loneliness and improve well-being in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 100 participants. The app may not work for everyone, and benefits might fade after the program ends.
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Università degli Studi di Padova
Padova, PD, 35139, Italy