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Mean and standard deviation of loneliness and the needs of the participants (n = 721)
| Variables | M (SD) | Range |
| Loneliness | 45.49 (10.07) | 20–74 |
| Needs | N | % |
| Economical support | 588 | 81.6 |
| Social interaction | 338 | 46.9 |
| Psychosocial support | 252 | 35.0 |
| Cultural activities | 60 | 8.3 |
