Explains loneliness, including the causes of loneliness and how it relates to mental health problems. Gives practical tips to help manage feelings of loneliness, and other places you can go for support.
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0300 303 44 98
ageuk.org.uk/cymru
Information and support for older people in Wales.
befriending.co.uk
Information on befriending, including an online directory of UK befriending services.
bacp.co.uk
Professional body for talking therapy and counselling. Provides information and a list of accredited therapists.
0800 58 58 58
thecalmzone.net
Provides listening services, information and support for anyone who needs to talk, including a web chat.
0808 808 7777
029 2081 1370 (Carers Wales)
[email protected]
carersuk.org
Advice and support for anyone who provides care.
emptyclosets.com
Online community for anyone aged over 13 who identifies as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, or is curious or unsure.
consortium.lgbt/member-directory
Directory of services and groups for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender.
meetup.com
Website that allows you to find face-to-face groups of people who share your interests or aspirations.
ncvo.org.uk
Information about volunteering, including details of local centres.
relate.org.uk
Provides help and support with relationships, including counselling and telephone support.
116 123 (freephone)
[email protected]
Freepost SAMARITANS LETTERS
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
0800 4 70 80 90
thesilverline.org.uk
Provides support, information, friendship and advice for older people (over 55) who may feel lonely or isolated.
farmgarden.org.uk
Information on care farming and community growing projects, including a network of local farms.
0808 168 9111
victimsupport.org.uk
Provides emotional and practical support for people affected by crime and traumatic events.
webofloneliness.com
Online community and website which provides information and tips on loneliness. Also allows users to share artwork and poetry.
This information was published in July 2019. We will revise it in 2022.
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