Abstract
The issue of loneliness is one that is of significant importance from both an individual and a social perspective. This article examines the potential of caring communities to address loneliness. This offer allows individuals to engage in supportive activities within a community or to seek assistance, with both options charged via a time account. The potential of this offer is illustrated through a study of two caring communities. Additionally, the article presents considerations for its organisation to ensure that as many people as possible can benefit from it. This is based on an in-depth examination of loneliness research and two theories of reciprocity.