Loneliness Awareness week

Loneliness is an issue that can affect us all, young or old, at any point in our lives. We might live in a busy city or a rural location, on our own or with others and still feel isolated.

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You should not blame yourself for feeling like you are struggling, now or at any other time.

Advice for loneliness

  1. Keep in touch with those around you
  2. Join a group
  3. Do things you enjoy
  4. Share your feelings – but do not compare
  5. Help someone else feel connected

Support for loneliness

The Mix

The Mix offers free confidential help for under-25s to get support online and via a helpline:

Silverline

A free 24-hour confidential telephone helpline offering information, friendship and advice to people over 55:

Find more information here