Elderlink

Bridge generations. Share wisdom. Earn together.

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Trusted app for the elderly, connecting them with the younger generations who are seeking wisdom, advice, guidance

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We are a tech-enabled platform that allows for broad reach, unlike traditional community-based programs.

Intergenerational reciprocity

Elderly demographic holds immense knowledge but often lacks meaningful avenues to share their stories or connect with younger generations.

Skill sharing and mutual learning

Younger generations increasingly seek life guidance, wisdom, and mentorship. ElderLink addresses this gap by creating a simple, accessible platform that connects the generations—reducing loneliness and enriching lives.

Purpose driven

Younger generations (Gen Z, Millennials) are drawn to purpose-driven platforms, making Elder Link’s mission a potential differentiator.

Why elderly?

Rising demand for digital health and eldercare solutions

1 in 3 seniors report loneliness

  • Mostly stemming from loss of partner or Isolated from friends or family
  • Chronic loneliness increases the risk of dementia, heart disease, cognitive decline and depression
  • Elderly loneliness is a growing global crisis
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An poshly dressed elder lady sitting at an outdoor cafe and testing on her phone.

Social isolation

  • Retired- loss of connection with work colleagues
  • Disengaged from professional networks
  • Period of transition –  finding a new sense of purpose and routine

Existential crisis, in search of purpose

  • Time for reflection and self-discovery
  • 65-75 year old have a lot of knowledge, wisdom, and some are tech savvy
  • They need a trusted and meaningful avenues to share their life experiences, learnings or connect with younger generations
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Why younger adults?

Overload of information and lack of human connections

Seeking guidance

  • Adults during their life journeys continuously seek guidance, wisdom, and mentorship
  • They are depending more on technology like AI and social media
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A young girl showing something on the phone to an elder lady. Both are sitting on a bench in a park.

Purpose Driven

  • Younger individuals, Millennials, Gen Z are more purpose driven
  • They believe in giving back to the society, supporting older people

Less human connection

  • Prevalent due to online learning, remote working
  • Smaller families, segregated, isolated
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