On this page you will find:
Loneliness
Everyone has different social needs. You can be surrounded by people every day yet still feel lonely, whereas someone else may be on their own most of the time but not feel lonely at all.
There are a number of factors in our lives that could lead us to suddenly feel alone.
If you're feeling lonely there are organisations that can help you.
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The Silver Line is a friendship service, offering people over 55 years of age a friendly chat or listening ear 24/7. Call 0800 4 70 80 90 at any time.
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Age UK Leicester-Shire and Rutland is a local charity that helps the older community feel happier, active, fulfilled and socially-engaged.
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Coping with loneliness offers tips and advice.
Rural communities
If you're part of a rural community and have found that you are feeling lonely, and it's negatively impacting your mental health, support is available.
If you feel you need some help, you can contact:
A voluntary organisation and charity that supports farmers and families within the farming community.
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A collection of 3 farming charities that provide confidential help for all the farming community. A helpline is also available.
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You Are Not Alone (YANA) can help those in farming who may be affected by stress and depression. Helpline available.
