Loneliness - Useful Information
If you think someone you know might be lonely, look out for signs in the person, such as them:
- Having a significant change in their routine
- Not going out as much, or having less contact with others
- Neglecting their appearance
- Not eating or sleeping properly
- Saying they feel sad, frustrated, empty, desperate or worthless
If you are concerned about someone's wellbeing and would like to report your concerns, telephone:
0116 305 0004 (for adults)
0116 305 0005 (for children and young people)
Health and Wellbeing Information (Leicestershire County Council Website)
Loneliness - National Information
Further information, help and support about tackling loneliness can be found via the links below:
A Connected Society: A strategy for tackling loneliness
Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness
Dealing with Loneliness - 11 Key Coping Strategies
RVS – Feeling well and overcoming loneliness
Local Sources of Support
- Social Prescribing Link Workers. Many GP practices and medical centres now have a Link Worker who can help refer you to local services in the community. Ask your GP or medical practice staff for details.
- First Contact Plus is a website which has details of a range of health and wellbeing support services provided across Leicestershire.
- Local Area Coordinators work in local communities, helping people to improve their quality of life. You can find out if there is a Local Area Coordinator near you.
- Timebanking is a way of sharing and exchanging tasks and skills with others.
- Voluntary Action Leicestershire can provide advice and support to people involved in running community groups, or people who are thinking of setting up a local group, as well as people who are interested in volunteering.
Get Out and About!
There are always lots of events and activities going on in Leicestershire!
Below are some links to further information about local events and activities:
