If you’d like to join more than 100,000 people in their mission to combat feelings of isolation and loneliness, sign up below. Our thorough matching process via our app will intuitively pair you with a grandparent, based on mutual likes and interests. Alternatively, do you think your residents or recipients of care could benefit from […]

FInd a rock, read the joke have a giggle, hide it again for a new person to have a giggle.

FInd a rock, read the joke have a giggle, hide it again for a new person to have a giggle.

Assembly raising awareness about loneliness

St Micheals are exploring lesson plans, activities and resources from the LAW webiste.

VPPS will be using the KS1 and KS2 assemblies in their phases during the week. They will also use lesson plans, resources and activities to bring it alive during the week.

Parents and babies walk along the river in Madrid and spot birds together.

Rocks are hidden in the woods Go and find them and have a giggle. If you re hide them, others will hopefully have fun too when they find it.

Parents and babies walk along the river in Madrid and spot birds together.

Whole school Assembly for children at Hannah More. A chance to talk about what it means to feel lonely. An introduction to the week and activities.

Coffee Morning at Meadow Vale community centre. A morning to relax, have some refreshments and meet others.

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

The Oasis is a community wellbeing space for people of any faith or none. Situated in the heart of Chipping Sodbury, it's open each weekday from 10am to 2pm and 'everyone is welcome!' Come in for a tea/coffee and a chat - you can be sure of a warm welcome! Share a hobby, join an […]

Start the week with a brain workout, join us at our free Cognition Café. Share some time chatting over a cuppa and exercise your memory, concentration and thinking skills by joining in with puzzles, games and activities!

Explore your creativity at Wolverhampton Central library Arts & Crafts club in June 🎨 Bring your own project or have a go at something new! Drawing, painting, colouring, sculpting – there’s something for everyone! No previous artistic experience needed – all abilities are welcome. Session runs 10am-12noon on Monday 10th June. Hope to see you […]

The atrium will be open from 10-2pm every day for anyone to pop in for a free cup of coffee/tea and cake. An opportunity to come in, have a chat, make new friends and have some fun!

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 […]

The Free Hugs events are run by a team of Essex knitters and crocheters who make colourful blankets free of charge for the local community. During Loneliness Awareness Week, the ladies who live in Castle Point Essex host a stall at the local supermarket where we chat to shoppers about Loneliness and encourage them 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 […]

Loneliness Awareness Week – Events Sheffield Hallam University Owen Building Monday 11th – Friday 16th 2024 Join us to learn more about Loneliness in the events that we have prepared for Loneliness Awareness Week at SHU. We are going to provide information about loneliness in the area inside Owen building and will offer the following: […]

Monday Club - Mondays need never be blue. Come and join us for tea, coffee, cake and chat. See our community Chatty Chairs. Donations to village hall funds.

Come along to the Forest Gate Community Garden for tea/coffee and good company.

A day of chat, play and laughter. We're hosting a free social gathering for everyone over the age of 18 to come and meet each other; we will provide refreshments and host some games, including a quiz. A few prizes will be available!

On Monday 10th June, we'll be hosting 'Cuppa & a Chat' at The Plough (Whitecross Road, Hereford, HR4 0DH) from 10.30am to 12.30pm. If you're on your own and could do with a cuppa and some good company, please pop along to see us. There's a Pay and Display car park on Plough Lane, just […]

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

OsMINDS is a group for people interested in personal development and mental wellbeing — we are non-judgmental, empathic and welcome you to join us for chat, coffee and a croissant. We’ll do some shared crafting/art celebrating connection and community. Hope you can join us!

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

Why not try your local Goldies Sing&Smile group and join us for a fun and friendly sing-along. Goldies is not a choir, you don’t have to be able to hold a tune. No need to book. Just turn up sing, chat, laugh, meet old friends and new. Enjoy singing along to popular hits from the […]

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

Join Dundee University Students Association Advice Team for a chat and chai

Get away from your desk or study space and bring your lunch to the Global Room and chat with others. Don't fancy a chat but don't want to eat alone? Bring a book and chill out in company - no pressure

Come and celebrate music and movement of the Caribbean! Join Rosy May in sharing dance styles from different countries and learn original choreography from dance show: The Islands. Have fun and get creative! Creative Socials are monthly creative workshops for people aged 50+. Activities change month-to-month and range from dancing and music, to arts, crafts […]

Pop into Antrim Library to hear about training opportunities in your area from Belfast Works and Gems NI

Join in the chat, read the papers or simply relax. Everyone welcome.

Why not try your local Goldies Sing&Smile group and join us for a fun and friendly sing-along. Goldies is not a choir, you don’t have to be able to hold a tune. No need to book. Just turn up sing, chat, laugh, meet old friends and new. Enjoy singing along to popular hits from the […]

Why not try your local Goldies Sing&Smile group and join us for a fun and friendly sing-along. Goldies is not a choir, you don’t have to be able to hold a tune. No need to book. Just turn up sing, chat, laugh, meet old friends and new. Enjoy singing along to popular hits from the […]

Play some classic board games and meet people in your area on Monday 10th June 3-5pm at Wednesfield library! Scrabble, chess, ludo and more - there's something for everyone! All are welcome to come along and play some games. Part of the Know Your Neighbourhood project.

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. […]

Chance & Counters board game cafe-bar will be opening its doors in Bristol to anyone who fancies playing a board game or two. Just turn up with your game face on, and we'll pair you with others. There's a choice of over 500 games to choose from, and it's entirely free! The dates are: Monday […]

We offer coffee groups weekly across Wakefield. We will take a brief referral and you can attend for as long as you wish. Our groups aim to combat low mood and feelings of isolation and are open to all men aged 18+ who reside in Wakefield. We recognise that group settings can be daunting and […]

We offer coffee groups weekly across Wakefield. We will take a brief referral and you can attend for as long as you wish. Our groups aim to combat low mood and feelings of isolation and are open to all men aged 18+ who reside in Wakefield. We recognise that group settings can be daunting and […]

🎲 Calling all board game enthusiasts! 🎲 Are you tired of playing Monopoly with the same old crowd? Looking to spice up your game night routine? Look no further than our Open Gaming Meetup Group! Join us for a thrilling gaming experience where you can come solo or bring a friend to enjoy a variety […]

One Monday a month, we cook one big dinner, and everyone is invited. For free. So, how does it work? We’ll be hosting 100 strangers on two long tables, playing some ice-breaker games to help people get to know each other, and serving a delicious, shared feast. The menu for the night is designed by […]

Dance Away Loneliness with Move to Thrive! Feeling isolated or disconnected? Join Move to Thrive (MTT) for a vibrant online workshop that combines mindful movement with the infectious energy of Bollywood dance. This workshop, offered during Loneliness Awareness Week, is a perfect opportunity to: Connect with yourself and others through playful movement and joyful expression. […]

I'm hosting 'Monday Motivation' ​ Each week on @discord with @helpbnk from 8.30 pm. It's a relaxed forum with open conversation surrounding wellness, mental health and ways to inspire and motivate one another. Each week we discuss a topic around well-being and mental health. A lot of support for one another in the group which […]

If you’d like to join more than 100,000 people in their mission to combat feelings of isolation and loneliness, sign up below. Our thorough matching process via our app will intuitively pair you with a grandparent, based on mutual likes and interests. Alternatively, do you think your residents or recipients of care could benefit from […]

Staff & students at the University of Dundee get a free tea or coffee at the Enquiry Centre

EDP are highlighting Loneliness Awareness Week to their contacts and staff though their newsletter online, and informing their course trainers.

St Stephens Soundwell holds a monthly Welcome Space in our church room every 2nd and 4th Tuesday between the hours of 9am and 11:30am. Welcome Space is a safe and friendly place in which people can have refreshments, snacks and friendly conversation. We believe that relationships and friendships are vital in dealing with the ups […]

The wonderful learners at Hannah More Primary School are going to create a Random Acts of Connection Mural. Thinking about connecting colours and lines.

The wonderful learners at Hannah More Primary School are going to create a Random Acts of Connection Mural. Thinking about connecting colours and lines.

Children from Y1 to Y6 will work together to decorate tiles to create a mosaic mural.

In this Community Connection workshop we will: - think about loneliness and division, and share our experiences - explore how we might build connections between people in our communities and link communities together - focus primarily on us as individuals and the small but significant steps we can take This course was co-designed and created […]

We will be hosting our weekly social cafe which was set up in 2023 to help ease social isolation. You are welcome to come and sit in the cafe where you can enjoy FREE refreshements and one of our volunteers will sit with you (if you wish ) and have a chat about whatever you […]

We will be hosting our weekly social cafe which was set up in 2023 to help ease social isolation. You are welcome to come and sit in the cafe where you can enjoy FREE refreshements and one of our volunteers will sit with you (if you wish ) and have a chat about whatever you […]

We’re welcoming back London Writers’ Salon to Kindred for an in-person Writers’ Hour. This Writers’ Hour is 2 x 50 minutes of focused, silent time to work on your own writing project. Don’t have a specific writing project? Simply bring a pen and notebook. Each ticket includes a free hot drink and access to work […]

The Harleston Information Plus Befriending Service invites you to join us for tea, coffee and delicious homemade cakes at St John's Church, Harleston.

FACE (Foundation for Active Community Engagement) Coffee Mornings- Tuesdays and Fridays 10am-12pm These informal mornings are dedicated to people who want to come in and have a natter and join in activities with others! No entry fee, donations welcomed Tai Chi Qi Gong Mondays 12.30-1.30pm This tai chi and qi gong session is perfect for […]

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 […]

A social group for over 55's. Transport can be provided. Meal provided. Choice of activities. Come and join our friendly group!

You are invited to join us for tea, coffee and delicious homemade cakes!

Loneliness Awareness Week – Events Sheffield Hallam University Owen Building Monday 11th – Friday 16th 2024 Join us to learn more about Loneliness in the events that we have prepared for Loneliness Awareness Week at SHU. We are going to provide information about loneliness in the area inside Owen building and will offer the following: […]

The Oasis is a community wellbeing space for people of any faith or none. Situated in the heart of Chipping Sodbury, it's open each weekday from 10am to 2pm and 'everyone is welcome!' Come in for a tea/coffee and a chat - you can be sure of a warm welcome! Share a hobby, join an […]

For more information see https://thechattycafescheme.co.uk/venue/poolside-cafe/ or contact Jemma Cottrell at fwpoolsidecafe@hotmail.com.

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. […]

The atrium will be open from 10-2pm every day for anyone to pop in for a free cup of coffee/tea and cake. An opportunity to come in, have a chat, make new friends and have some fun!

Come along to the Greystone Quiz morning.  Meet new friends, have a laugh and enjoy the fun.

‘Get Up & Go’ is part of a county-wide falls prevention programme providing strength and balance exercise classes for older adults or those who have a fear of falling, have had a fall or are at risk of falling.

Come along to our coffee morning at Finchfield library and get to know people in your local area. Tuesday 11th June 2024 at 10.30am!

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

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 […]

We will be hosting our monthly coffee morning at Gedling Library where we encourage as many members of the local community to come and join us for a cuppa and a chat. Everyone is welcome, you don't need to be a member of the library to join us - it's a friendly, welcoming environment where […]

Why not try your local Goldies Sing&Smile group and join us for a fun and friendly sing-along. Goldies is not a choir, you don’t have to be able to hold a tune. No need to book. Just turn up sing, chat, laugh, meet old friends and new. Enjoy singing along to popular hits from the […]

We are putting on an extended meetup dedicated to helping in tackling loneliness, this takes place on the 11th of July from 12 pm to 2.30 pm at the Chesterfield Library room 2, we are an accessibility group to support individuals in getting the support they want while making friendships along the way, we are […]

Staff & students at the University of Dundee get a free tea or coffee at the Enquiry Centre

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.

Building Bridges in the Community are an accessibility group, helping individuals get the support they want while supporting individuals in tackling loneliness and isolation as well as getting access to the support they want why creating friendships along the way, come and join us for an extended meet up at the Community Accessibility Hub, Chesterfield […]

Get away from your desk or study space and bring your lunch to the Global Room and chat with others. Don't fancy a chat but don't want to eat alone? Bring a book and chill out in company - no pressure

A free 30-minute micro-webinar hosted by Paul Kelly Let's talk loneliness. We all feel lonely sometimes. It’s a normal human emotion. It’s our body’s way of telling us we need more connection. Growing our understanding of loneliness helps ourselves and others manage the feeling. Taking place during Loneliness Awareness Week this micro-webinar is suitable for […]

Are you a budding writer or poet? Come along to our new group and meet like-minded people and share ideas. Whether it is your first attempt or you are a seasoned writer you will be prompted by new ideas each week.

Learning to scan QR codes and how to use the Connect North website to locate events in your area.

Come and celebrate music and movement of the Caribbean! Join Rosy May in sharing dance styles from different countries and learn original choreography from dance show: The Islands. Have fun and get creative! Creative Socials are monthly creative workshops for people aged 50+. Activities change month-to-month and range from dancing and music, to arts, crafts […]

Join in the chat, read the papers or simply relax. Everyone welcome.

Why not try your local Goldies Sing&Smile group and join us for a fun and friendly sing-along. Goldies is not a choir, you don’t have to be able to hold a tune. No need to book. Just turn up sing, chat, laugh, meet old friends and new. Enjoy singing along to popular hits from the […]

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

Whether you're a neighbour, colleague, or community member, we warmly welcome you to join us. Feel free to bring a friend or family member along to amplify the spirit of togetherness. Together, let's embrace the opportunity to spread kindness, compassion, and understanding. Dates: 11th, 12th and 13th of June Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm

We will be hosting a community gathering in New Canaan, Connecticut (United States) to create flower arrangements for attendees to gift to fellow community members who can benefit from the uplift and the "Random Act of Connection." We have realtors from the William Pitt team, their clients, other companies from around town, State officials, and […]

Happy Cafes are a welcoming space where people can get together over a drink and learn about the techniques for living a more positive and happier life. Happy Café’s provide a warm welcome for anyone feeling isolated, lonely or anxious about meeting others.

Tea and Chat (drop in for refreshments, always a bit of cake. Suggested donations of £2/3 with free refills available)

Why not try your local Goldies Sing&Smile group and join us for a fun and friendly sing-along. Goldies is not a choir, you don’t have to be able to hold a tune. No need to book. Just turn up sing, chat, laugh, meet old friends and new. Enjoy singing along to popular hits from the […]

Come and join us at our FREE wellness group, make new friends and learn more about how you can improve your health and wellbeing. All welcome! We will be adopting the theme of The Wildlife Trust's '30 Days Wild' campaign and getting involved with some tabletop nature activities

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 for the launch of RHYME TIME at Wednesfield library on 11th June as we sing, dance, craft and discover through the magic of books! Bring your little ones and get to know other new parents in your area. Suitable for children aged 0-4, and older siblings are welcome to join in! Sessions will […]

Come and have a chat and a cuppa. You can knit, crochet or just hang out! Everyone welcome.

A space to meet people of all ages and background. All ages encouraged and welcomed to share a cream tea and connect with others.

A closed event for employees encouraging them to step away from desks and grab a coffee and take a 30min 'natter break'

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 […]