I've kind of gotten past the loneliness...comes with age, I think, and assessing what is worthwhile and what is harmful to my psyche.
I live alone, been divorced 11 years now, and tried to find a bond with a partner, but that was pretty horrendous, and now I am finding contentment alone. Improving your education is a good resource of eliminating loneliness. I actually went back and completed my M.A. in Fine Art over the past 4 years rather than focus on what was destructive to me in the past.
If you really want to meet people, even start a relationship, there are avenues out there for you...for sure. Don't let yourself wallow in loneliness, though. Wnen one is extremely lonely, they are fodder for users and con artists (from experience, I speak!). Better to find interests for yourself.
Love
Patty