Loneliness

Many of us feel lonely at times. Feelings of loneliness are personal, so everyone will experience it differently and it can have a different impact depending on your situation.

To learn how to manage it, take a look at the Mind guide to loneliness

You might find it useful to look for ways to meet new people – clubs and groups are often advertised in local free papers, or on noticeboards in places like pubs and churches. If getting out and about is a problem, you could consider a befriending service. They will help set you up with a volunteer who can keep in touch with you and offer a supportive friendship. 

If you need some support with your mental health, try Togetherall. NCHA has partnered with Togetherall to give customers (aged 16 and over) access to a safe online space where people can ask questions and support each other with mental health concerns. Read the Togetherall privacy policy to understand what they do with your data.

Some councils have schemes to provide local support services.

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