This week is Loneliness Awareness Week, a campaign dedicated to reducing the stigma around the natural human emotion and encouraging open, honest conversations about loneliness and connection.
Hosted by the Marmalade Trust, it’s about recognising that loneliness can affect anyone and finding ways to build supportive, compassionate communities.
Why it matters for health:Loneliness isn’t just an emotional experience; it can impact physical and mental wellbeing if it becomes persistent. We recognise the importance of tackling loneliness and social isolation as part of overall health and wellbeing, and we’re here to support you.
We can help..At our practice we have social prescribers who can:
• Listen to what matters to you.
• Link you with local activities, groups and resources that help build connections.
• Support you in finding meaningful opportunities to meet people and feel part of a community.
Let’s talk and connect… Whether it’s joining a group, trying a hobby, or just having a chat, small connections can make a big difference.
Find out more and join the campaign: https://www.lonelinessawarenessweek.org/You can complete a self referral form to one of our Social Prescribers on our website if you’re interested in finding out how they could support you!
