Millions of uninsured Americans are eligible for premium tax credits to help them pay for health coverage. The premium tax credit is only available to people without another offer of affordable and adequate coverage; in many cases, this will mean that people with employer-sponsored coverage will not be eligible for the premium tax credit.
One of the negative effects of isolation is the removal of familiar objects and routines, which may evoke fear, anxiety, depression, and rapid mood changes (Kennedy and Hamilton, 1997; Knowles, 1993). The stigma of isolation.
Social isolation results in a lack of opportunities for social engagement and mental stimulation, activities that are thought to keep the brain in good condition and reduce the risk of dementia. Obviously, declining health and loss of independence can be the cause rather than the effect of loneliness and isolation.