Loneliness Awareness Week Activities
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Would you like to take part in a daily art for wellbeing challenge for the month of June 2023, in your own time from home? Create your own “secret garden” in art: experiment with a variety of art ideas on a gardens theme and explore how creativity and nature can boost wellbeing. Each day you'll […]
A celebration of togetherness during Loneliness Awareness Week at Brighton's iconic Palace Pier. A place of connection for over 120 years. We will also be holding a Pier2Peer afternoon tea in Brighton Palace Pier’s Palm Court on June 16, bringing together more than 100 people from different communities across Brighton, Hove and Worthing. Brighton Palace […]
Come along for a hot drink, biscuits and a chat. Austin Heath Village – Tuesday 13th June at 11am, The Residents Lounge T: 01926 683514 A: Gallagher Way, Heathcote, Warwick CV34 6NL
The Talk & Tech Computer Café meets every Friday in The Snug at The Tobacco Factory 10:15- 12:00. We have a friendly, relaxed and informal environment and even, thanks to the Tobacco Factory, offer a free cup of coffee or tea! Aimed at the over 55s, the sessions are drop in, there is an opportunity […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Sunday 11th June - Boob pottery making with The Boob Pot Company at High Hill Tap On Sunday 11th June we’re heading to High Hill Tap for a super fun, creative and empowering Boob Pottery Workshop. Get your creative juices flowing and make some fab new friends at the same time, what’s not to love? […]
It's #LonelinessAwarenessWeek so we've created a display of fiction and non-fiction around the themes of loneliness, solitude and alienation.
Drop into the Macmillan Wellbeing Centre and add your own moment of connection speech bubble to our connection wall.... helping us all to recognise how those small moments can make us feel happier and more connected with others.... having a few minutes chat with a friend / neighbour / person at the bus stop or […]
At Believe Digital, we prioritize mental health by valuing our team members' well-being. As part of our commitment, we provide a unique benefit known as a "Duvet Day" every quarter. This special day allows our team to prioritize themselves, whether it's engaging in self-care activities, spending time with friends, or using the meetup app to […]
“We are realising more and more that connection matters. ‘Chatty Benches’ are a great way to break down that social barrier as they encourage us all to say hello and have a chat.” Chatty Benches are designed to help tackle loneliness and support positive mental health within the community, according to Mid and East Antrim […]
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network.
AEL Lunch Box Café is also getting involved in Loneliness Awareness Week by offering half price tea and coffee throughout the week - come and have a drink and a chat!
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network.
We are realising more and more that connection matters. ‘Chatty Benches’ are a great way to break down that social barrier as they encourage us all to say hello and have a chat.” Chatty Benches are designed to help tackle loneliness and support positive mental health within the community, according to Mid and East Antrim […]
Solo was written when Jack was at a low point, struggling with feelings of loneliness and isolation. The song begins with a single piano chord to introduce a heart-breaking vocal that tells the story of someone who appears to be functioning normally, but inside is feeling hollow and disconnected as they go through the motions […]
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network
We are realising more and more that connection matters. ‘Chatty Benches’ are a great way to break down that social barrier as they encourage us all to say hello and have a chat.” Chatty Benches are designed to help tackle loneliness and support positive mental health within the community, according to Mid and East Antrim […]
Colleague Connections is a voluntary social initiative at ATS UK where colleagues can be paired up each month with a colleague to have a 15-30 minute chat. The initiative aims to help alleviate loneliness, especially for remote workers, help others make connections and provide a short break in the working day so colleagues can rejuvenate […]
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network
Launched in 2014 in partnership with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, ‘Girls on Side’ is a women’s only mental wellbeing programme that delivers inclusive activities in a safe and welcoming environment for like-minded women to learn new skills, make new friends and become more physically active. The programme is currently supported by property-company Bruntwood. The […]
Located in Sunnylands Community Garden, Carrickfergus, the brightly painted yellow bench has been introduced to provide a place for people to come together to have a chat. The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s […]
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network.
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network.
The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in conversation with someone to sit down on a bench and just have a chat. There’s also a plaque on the bench with a unique QR code on it, which residents can scan to access information on the Loneliness Network.
The Business Growth Network is the UK’s fastest growing hybrid network, offering both in-person and online networking events. We empower businesses, business owners and professionals to network, connect and grow. We are proud to say that the Marmalade Trust will be our charity partner for the year and for Loneliness Awareness Week any professionals or […]
Everton in the Community has recently launched The People’s Place which supports anyone, regardless of age, gender or location, to promote positive mental health. The Peoples Place is a purpose-built mental health hub providing an extensive range of activities to improve mental health and promote suicide prevention. Their programme of activities can be accessed on […]
Tackling the Blues is a sport, physical activity and education-based mental health literacy programme, which supports children and young people aged six to 16-years who are experiencing, or are at risk of, developing mental illness. The programme is delivered by Everton in the Community and The Department of Sport and Physical Activity and The Faculty […]
Thousands of refugees and asylum seekers are re-located to Liverpool each year which can present many complex challenges as they attempt to adapt to living in a new and unfamiliar area, learn a new language and attempt to integrate into mainstream society. Everton in the Community’s ‘Welcome through Football’ project uses football as an engagement […]
During LAW we will talk about loneliness and how we can encourage more moments of connection, at tenants meetings - with care staff and tenants.
Funded by The National Lottery, Everton Veterans’ Hub (EVH) engages ex-service personnel who are at risk of isolation with sport, training and social activities. Once ex-service personnel (EPS) return home they can often struggle to readjust and the stress of making the transition from such a structured, highly disciplined lifestyle to civilian life can lead […]
Launched in 2007 in partnership with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, Everton in the Community’s mental health football programme ‘Imagine Your Goals’ (IYG) uses football as a therapeutic tool to support individual’s physical, mental, emotional and social health and wellbeing. The programme integrates football coaching with football themed education workshops to help participants improve their […]
We’re the public living room people. Where: Etcetera Community Hub. When: Open daily until 3pm. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or […]
Inspired Friendships is hosting 5 days of events, encouraging people to take a break from screens, put down our phones and reconnect with each other and nature. Join us for an extraordinary week of activities and heartfelt connections as we embrace the Inspired Friendships campaign, "Forget the Tech and Reconnect," during Loneliness Awareness Week from […]
We’re the public living room people. Where: York Travellers Trust,20 Falsgrave Cresent When: Monday 12th - Wednesday14th 10.30am - 2.30pm What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the […]
Bring friends and game the day away, at The CTRL Pad we are supporting loneliness awareness week. Pay for one hour and a friend plays free!
In honour of Loneliness Awareness Week and in the spirit of 'connection matters' why not get together with friends at Dirty Martini Bristol and take advantage of
You go to work, school or events, but you feel like you’re in a room full of strangers. You don’t know how to start conversations, and you end up feeling lonely and left out. OOt changes all that by making it easy for you to see who’s at the event, connect with them instantly, and […]
We will include a short piece in our newsletter, which highlights LAW and the importance of moments of connection. We send out various newsletters targeted at the voluntary sector in South Gloucestershire and the priority neighbourhoods of Yate, Kingswood and Patchway.
We’re the public living room people. Where: Albemarle Centre When: Monday 12th 9am - 4.30pm What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or […]
Child-Friendly Business ‘Netwalk’ in Somerset Award winning Freelance Mum, has a hub in Langport, Somerset! The netwalk is run by Vicki Ivins-Jones, and Abi Ava. It’s a great way to focus on you and your business. Come and join us for fresh air and fresh thinking, for you and your little ones! We will meet […]
We all need to connect with others! Our day centres and activity clubs provide both stimulation for older people and those living with dementia, as well as much needed carer respite, and a chance to talk with other people in similar situations. At our clubs, we offer a range of activities, the variety includes: – […]
Are you an existing or budding small business owner? Want to grow your network in a friendly, relaxed, and supportive environment? Enterprise Nation’s monthly online meet-ups bring together founders from all sectors to share ideas, learn new skills, solve challenges and inspire one another. Running a small business needn’t be lonely. Register for the local […]
Free workshop to support community groups and organisations to find and engage the people less likely to access formal groups and activities Ageing Better in Camden (ABC), based within Age UK Camden, was one of 14 Ageing Better local partnerships across the UK, funded by the Lottery Community Fund to test and learn new approaches […]
Men on the Move – Walking Group REACH OUT event focusing on why Connection Matters Venue: Starting from Goods Office (1-3 Ferme Park Road, N4 4DS) to Finsbury Park Café/Lake and back. Time: 2:30pm Contact: Paul 07308 964 901 Prior Booking required
An informal group for those with caring responsibilities. Pop in for a cup of tea with people in a similar situation in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Rest for a while in the shade outside our shop on Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. We're pretty new to the area and would love to say hello. We have a seat or two outside, feel free to stop and have a natter. Here from 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday. Not just this week, but all […]
On the 15th June 2023, our Co Founders Olly and Darrell are donating their time, skill and tools to run a full day workshop on the theme ‘Connection Matters’. Overlaid with the HUM4NS theme’s of happier, healthier, smarter and kinder, the day will help you to Think, Feel and Do, but more importantly, connect with […]
We’re bringing the Brighton Girl community together on Thursday 15th June for another empowering evening at Platf9rm Brighton North Road. This time, we’ll be focusing on Founders Stories. We’re inviting a handful of incredible women who built businesses and organisations that are have had a powerful impact on our lives. This event is for anyone […]
Rest for a while in the shade outside our shop on Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. We're pretty new to the area and would love to say hello. We have a seat or two outside, feel free to stop and have a natter. Here from 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday. Not just this week, but all […]
Come along for a hot drink, biscuit and chat. Gifford Lea Village – Friday 16th June at 10:30am, The Restaurant T: 01829 773645 A: Frog Lane, Tattenhall, Chester, Cheshire, CH3 9DN
Loneliness Awareness Week Activity - Strawberry Tea Dance - Free Ballroom and Latin Dancing for beginners. With tuition and strawberry tea. - Friday 16th June from 1pm.
We’re the public living room people. When: Friday 16th morning The Maltings What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix […]
Join Brighton Girls for a hot or cold drink at Selina Brighton, meet new friends, travel buddies, house mates and so much more. Whether you have lived in Brighton for as long as you can remember or you are new to the city, come and meet Brighton Girls for a coffee or cold drink(non-alcoholic). Tickets […]
Discover ways in which you can connect with others and find things to do locally in West Norfolk. Meet local groups and organisations Find out about volunteering
Repair Cafés – 2023 Saturday, 10am-1pm All Repair Cafes run on Saturdays, 10am-1pm – drop in before 12.30pm to ensure a repairer can check your item! They occur monthly on the same pattern e.g. Southdown on the first Saturday of the month, Weston on the second Saturday of the month, Larkhall on the third Saturday:
Loneliness and isolation is one of the causes closest to my heart. I have found baking to be my constant companion and a beautiful way to connect with others. I am a home baker with a Le Cordon Bleu pastry chef qualification and I am delighted to be offering this baking demo as part of […]
Our next Leeds Girl Book Club has a twist! Leeds Girls are invited to join us on Sunday 18th June at 11.30am at Department at Leeds Docks for Brunch. We will be chatting all things books: what we’ve read, what we’re reading and swapping books. So bring yourself and maybe a few books along! Event […]
In honour of Loneliness Awareness Week and in the spirit of 'connection matters' why not get together with friends at Dirty Martini Bristol and take advantage of
Free workshop to support community groups and organisations to find and engage the people less likely to access formal groups and activities This one our hour zoom workshop shares practical learning from the Age UK Camden, Ageing Better in Camden programme (one of 14 Ageing Better programme areas funded by the Lottery Community Fund), to […]
Free workshop to support community groups and organisations to find and engage the people less likely to access formal groups and activities This one our hour zoom workshop shares practical learning from the Age UK Camden, Ageing Better in Camden programme (one of 14 Ageing Better programme areas funded by the Lottery Community Fund), to […]
Join me live in person every Monday 10-11.30 at The Purplespoon Cafe in Highbridge, Somerset for a free cuppa, some love, some laughter and occasional knitting 😁 If you can't make the face to face session you are welcome to join the Facebook group where we go live every Monday evening from 7pm we knit […]
Routes to grow is aim at addressing the issues of loneliness and isolation. Routeways opens it gardens for you to join us for gardening, refreshments and meeting others. We welcome everyone who is feeling lonely and isolated to these activities. If you like gardening and getting your hands messy, this is the group for you. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Keedwell church runs a cafe for anyone to attend. So come on down meet lovely people have a chat or just take in the atmosphere. It happens every Wednesday from 10-12 - This event is free but donations are welcome!
Come and join us for an hour of mindful creativity. Meet some new people and try your hand at something new. All art materials, coffee & tea and home-made cakes provided, in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Inside venue is upstairs. Weather permitting, outside activities provided which are accessible.
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
A welcoming space, offering support to people 60+ living independently in and around Bristol. Enjoy a freshly prepared home cooked meal, meet new people and try a diverse range of activities, such as: quiz, armchair exercises, craft and musical entertainment. We also organise occasional day trips. The club runs from Holy Trinity Church, Clifton Vale, […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
An annual event to thank and recognise our dedicated team of volunteers and staff. We run several community services which help people to get out and link with others in order to reduce their loneliness, these include: community transport, befriending and GOGA
Routes to grow is aim at addressing the issues of loneliness and isolation. Routeways opens it gardens for you to join us for gardening, refreshments and meeting others. We welcome everyone who is feeling lonely and isolated to these activities. If you like gardening and getting your hands messy, this is the group for you. […]
A monthly community café held on Saturday mornings from 10-12.30 at All Saints Church hall in Denmead run by the Denmead WI Belles. A resolution within the national WI a few years ago was to help alleviate loneliness and hence the community café was set up within the village. The aim is to support local […]
Bluebird Care has asked our local community, care team members, and customers to help create//donate any of the following, that can be sold at the Big Up Southend Creative Market on Saturday 24 June 11 am - 4 pm, to help raise and awareness; Knitted accessories Picture frames Origami animals Paper flowers Drawings or paintings […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Join me live in person every Monday 10-11.30 at The Purplespoon Cafe in Highbridge, Somerset for a free cuppa, some love, some laughter and occasional knitting 😁 If you can't make the face to face session you are welcome to join the Facebook group where we go live every Monday evening from 7pm we knit […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Routes to grow is aim at addressing the issues of loneliness and isolation. Routeways opens it gardens for you to join us for gardening, refreshments and meeting others. We welcome everyone who is feeling lonely and isolated to these activities. If you like gardening and getting your hands messy, this is the group for you. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Keedwell church runs a cafe for anyone to attend. So come on down meet lovely people have a chat or just take in the atmosphere. It happens every Wednesday from 10-12 - This event is free but donations are welcome!
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Come along and join in with John Wesley's New Room Community Choir. With a varied repertoire of pop, folk, rock, jazz, blues and gospel, and open to requests for your favourite tunes, the New Room Community Choir hopes to bring people together through singing in a safe and inclusive space. Wednesdays, 12pm – 1pm Summer […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
A welcoming space, offering support to people 60+ living independently in and around Bristol. Enjoy a freshly prepared home cooked meal, meet new people and try a diverse range of activities, such as: quiz, armchair exercises, craft and musical entertainment. We also organise occasional day trips. The club runs from Holy Trinity Church, Clifton Vale, […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]
Routes to grow is aim at addressing the issues of loneliness and isolation. Routeways opens it gardens for you to join us for gardening, refreshments and meeting others. We welcome everyone who is feeling lonely and isolated to these activities. If you like gardening and getting your hands messy, this is the group for you. […]
The Talk & Tech Computer Café meets every Friday in The Snug at The Tobacco Factory 10:15- 12:00. We have a friendly, relaxed and informal environment and even, thanks to the Tobacco Factory, offer a free cup of coffee or tea! Aimed at the over 55s, the sessions are drop in, there is an opportunity […]
We’re the public living room people. Where: Acomb parish hall When: 1st Saturday every month from 9.30am-Midday What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t […]
We’re the public living room people. What’s a public living room? Imagine the feeling you get when you sit down somewhere you love and feel the world lift a little. Then imagine you’re with people who listen, who treat everyone the same, who don’t judge or try to fix you. That’s a public living room. […]