ACORN is organising local volunteers to support people in the community who need shopping, prescription collection, post and anything else they may need if they
Attached is an Insights report produced by The National Lottery on loneliness and social isolation. (produced 2019) – interesting examples / solutions from projects
LinkAge keen to strenghten links with voluntary sector in North Somerset LinkAge Network works with adults aged 55+ to create lasting solutions to reduce
Sunday’s can be the worst day of the week if you are on your own. So if you would like some company and a
Age UK has published guidance on how to provide support to men aged 65 and older experiencing loneliness and isolation. The guidance is based
Tackling loneliness and isolation – a guide for commissioners With one million people aged 65 and over in the UK reporting they are often
Age UK campaign “Switched Off: Save Free TV for Older People” For over a million of our oldest citizens the TV is their constant companion
A new report, entitled A Society of Readers, from leading think tank Demos and commissioned by national charity, The Reading Agency, finds a significant
This strategy sets out the approach to tackling loneliness in England. It marks a shift in the way we see and act on loneliness,
The launch of Freedom of Mind festival 2018 programme! This year there are a variety of events falling between the 5th and 12th October, with something
Ever wanted to get to know some of the amazing older people that live in your area? Or share your passion for gardening and nature with someone who spends most their time indoors? Well now’s your chance!