Loneliness Awareness Week Activities
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Come and connect with someone else on the chatty bench in Broadmead Bristol
A welcoming and friendly place to connect with others. Complimentary drinks, no charge to attend. A "£5 Special" lunch is available to purchase from Launchpad, or you are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Transport may also be arranged, subject to availability, at a subsidised rate, but must be booked a week in advance.
Sharing info on social media and through newsletters and supporting people to make connections
Lots of activities, plenty to interest all, lots of opportunities to connect with the local community! across 7 - 16 June
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 […]
The Mill Cafe in Bradford on Avon hosts a local Chatty Cafe every Monday 10-12 as part of the ‘Chatty Cafe Scheme’. The aim is to encourage people to talk to others, help to lift your mood, and support you feel less lonely or isolated Come and enjoy a coffee and chat with others, whether […]
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. […]
Age UK South Gloucestershire will be at Yate Morrisons on Friday 14th between 9am and 1pm. Come and see us! We will be offering help and advice and showcasing our great services that are available in South Gloucestershire.
The Coffee Morning runs every Thursday for over 50s only. The café opens at 9.30am. For £3 you can enjoy unlimited tea & coffee, toast, cakes and biscuits, followed at 10:30am by a film in our community cinema. It is ideal for those who live on their own and want the opportunity to get out […]
Relaxed and fun music and heritage workshops for adults in Suffolk. Come and explore objects and music with our friendly team of workshop leaders and musicians. These sessions will bring you together with others in your local community, providing an opportunity to take part in activities and connect over tea and cake. Sessions last for […]
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. […]
Age UK South Gloucestershire will be at Filton Library on Wednesday 12th June between 10am - 12pm. Come along to say hello and enquire about how we can help you in South Glos!
All the Msc Support team are invited to share cake, coffee (or tea) and connect with each other for a few mins, and talk about anything other than work!
Meet new people and enjoy a low cost, 3 course lunch in our friendly community centre, in East Bristol. Anyone is welcome to come along, We have lots of other activities happening at The Beehive Centre! Give us a call on 01179354471 or have a look at our website- www.thebeehivebristol.co.uk The Beehive Centre, 19A Stretford […]
Led by our friendly gardener, Jack, this group runs every Thursday (Spring-Autumn). No experience necessary. A great opportunity to meet new people, spend time outdoors, and learn new skills. All Welcome.
Relaxed and fun music and heritage workshops for adults in Suffolk. Come and explore objects and music with our friendly team of workshop leaders and musicians. These sessions will bring you together with others in your local community, providing an opportunity to take part in activities and connect over tea and cake. Sessions last for […]
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. […]
Wellbeing Hubs are safe spaces for young people (aged 11-18) to access early intervention and prevention mental health and wellbeing support. Highly-skilled and trained staff and volunteers will be on hand during each Hub to promote positive mental health and wellbeing to attendees by providing key information, advice, signposting, activities, and Wellbeing Toolkits. Each Hub […]
Wellbeing Hubs are safe spaces for young people (aged 11-18) to access early intervention and prevention mental health and wellbeing support. Highly-skilled and trained staff and volunteers will be on hand during each Hub to promote positive mental health and wellbeing to attendees by providing key information, advice, signposting, activities, and Wellbeing Toolkits. Each Hub […]
Whatever it is you make, would you like to do it with a group of fellow crafters and hopefully make some new friends? You can come along and natter with others, or just bring your craft and quietly work on it in a totally safe space. The weekly craft club at the Bethel Chapel Cafe, […]
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!
Relaxed and fun music and heritage workshops for adults in Suffolk. Come and explore objects and music with our friendly team of workshop leaders and musicians. These sessions will bring you together with others in your local community, providing an opportunity to take part in activities and connect over tea and cake. Sessions last for […]
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 Happy Café is one which has agreed to be part of the Happy Café Network, which is being set up by members of the Action for Happiness movement. Happy Cafés provide a warm welcome for anyone interested in happiness and wellbeing, encouraging people to meet together for a drink and friendly chat.
Want chat with others, meet people in your area, Join us every Wednesday for an informal chat, with lots of free tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits. Everyone 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. […]
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. […]
Skylarks is a fun and friendly singing group for people living with Parkinson’s and their companions. East Suffolk Skylarks groups use techniques based on years of research to help those with Parkinson’s to maintain or improve their psychological and physical wellbeing through taking part in regular singing activity. Sessions take place 10:30am – 12pm at: […]
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. […]
Join us at Diamonds in the Community's Chit Chat Cafe, join other folk from your neighbourhood and enjoy endless free tea/coffee and biscuits. We regularly include a mix of activities to act as conversation starters although we find the conversations flow freely even without these activities. We have games, quiz's, indoor bowling and boccia amongst […]
For children aged 4 – 8 years accompanied by an adult. Everyone welcome. Bajki po Polsku dla dzieci w wieku 4 – 8 Zapraszam wszystkich Pierwszy czwartek każdego miesiąca
Walk & Talk groups are a great method for people to get out and keep active, to meet other people in their community and improve their mental health. As well as being great for our physical health, walking also benefits our mental health. Walking and talking come naturally together and walking in a group can […]
Diamonds in the Community and North Lanarkshire Culture Collective are working together to provide free community art workshops in Airdrie. Come along and be creative, in a supportive and safe environment. The workshops will help you to relax, improve mental wellbeing and provide a regular opportunity to socialise and meet new people. The workshops are […]
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. […]
Older People's Community Fayre 7th June 10am-1pm The Vassall Centre FREE TEA, COFFEE, CAKE AND CHATS Come and find out what's on in your local community! Stalls Include: Age UK Bristol and South Gloucestershire Bristol Old Peoples Forum Colliers Gardens St Marys Church Friends of the Park WESPORT and More
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 are celebrating members of our community with an Award presented by The Mayor of Haringey, to recognise the important role they play in building social connection in Haringey. During LAW we are piloting with Haringey Council Parks Team 'Happy to Chat' benches in 4 local parks to encourage those small conversations that can make […]
Join us for our programme of informal chats and expert advice about what's important to you and the community.
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. […]
Discover ways in which you can connect with others and find things to do locally. Meet local groups and organisations Find out about volunteering
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. […]
Held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, open to all those who feel lonely on a Saturday. Run by volunteers, who also make the cakes! Donations welcome.
Hi, I'm Chris Join me on a walk I started a local walking group for Men's mental health and fitness as a result of my own struggles with mental health. Blokes meet for a walk and talk every Sunday, rain or shine, to get troubles off their chest. We connect and share without fear or […]