Loneliness is an increasingly documented problem among the elderly but they aren't alone.
It can also be felt by younger people - especially stay at home parents.
The Rockpool Collective is a home care business is bringing the two together - setting up paid work for young parents providing in home support services to the elderly.
Co-founder joins Kathryn.
Co-founder of RockPool Collective, Libby McCarthy Photo: SUPPLIED/Ricky Situ