If you are feeling lonely, or know someone else who is, there are plenty of simple, affordable actions you can take, such as:
- going for a walk with someone;
- inviting someone out for a coffee and a chat;
- finding out about affordable events nearby;
- going along to a gym class or playing in a sports team;
- joining a society or local community group to meet like-minded people; and
- reaching out to those around you so you can both feel the benefits of in-person social connection.
Find more support and advice on the Better Health – Every Mind Matters Loneliness web page Loneliness – Every Mind Matters – NHS (www.nhs.uk) to help yourself or others who might be feeling lonely, or search ‘Loneliness Every Mind Matters’ for more support and advice.