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A practical guide to conversations about loneliness
From the moment Marmalade Trust was founded, our aim has been to create a society where we recognise that loneliness exists and support...
Mar 185 min read


How do I know if I'm lonely?
This month, we're taking to social media to answer the most commonly Googled questions about loneliness. One of the questions asked most...
Mar 183 min read

The incredible impact: Loneliness Awareness Week 2024
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Loneliness Awareness Week this year, which was our biggest and furthest reaching campaign yet! We...
Jul 2, 20243 min read


4 ways to feel less lonely in July
At Marmalade HQ, we're still smiling after the huge success of Loneliness Awareness Week 2024! We were blown away with the number of...
Jun 28, 20244 min read


Our summer party!
During Loneliness Awareness Week 2024, we were delighted to host a joyous summer party event in Bristol. We want to take a moment to give...
Jun 25, 20241 min read


Year round connection-building activity ideas
Loneliness Awareness Week helped to highlight lots of the amazing connection building activities and events that happen across the UK and...
Jun 18, 20243 min read

A few Loneliness Awareness Week highlights so far...
There have been so many fantastic connection-building activities and events that have taken place to mark Loneliness Awareness Week 2024,...
Jun 13, 20243 min read


Celebrating the support of HEINEKEN UK this Loneliness Awareness Week
We want to highlight the support of Heineken UK as our main partner in delivering Loneliness Awareness Week this year. Heineken UK have...
Jun 13, 20242 min read


Our moments of connection
The power of micro connections Do you feel uplifted when you exchange a smile with a stranger in the street? How about making small talk...
Jun 11, 20242 min read


Loneliness Awareness Week goes global once again
We’re delighted to be once again sharing the message of loneliness awareness globally with #GlobalLonelinessAwarenessWeek....
Jun 10, 20243 min read


Getting involved in Loneliness Awareness Week 2024
Loneliness Awareness Week raises awareness of loneliness and empowers everyone to make connections across the UK and worldwide. Join us...
Jun 7, 20242 min read


Loneliness Awareness Week goes global once again
We’re delighted to be once again sharing the message of loneliness awareness globally with #GlobalLonelinessAwarenessWeek....
Jun 6, 20243 min read


How to get involved: Loneliness Awareness Week 2024
Loneliness Awareness Week raises awareness of loneliness and empowers everyone to make connections across the UK and worldwide. Join us...
Jun 3, 20242 min read


Celebrating the power of volunteers!
Volunteers are the heart and soul of Marmalade Trust, the awesome individuals who bring joy and companionship to some of the loneliest...
May 30, 20242 min read


Volunteers celebrate award at Buckingham Palace garden party
On Tuesday 21st May, two of our incredible Marmalade Trust volunteers, David and Alison, attended a Garden Party hosted by the Royal...
May 30, 20243 min read


Loneliness and being LGBTQ+
We all feel lonely at times – it’s a natural human emotion. We're biologically wired for social contact, and loneliness is our signal...
May 30, 20243 min read


4 ways to feel less lonely in June
In the month of June, as the warmth of summer arrives, it's the perfect time to foster meaningful connections and embrace the power of...
May 30, 20244 min read


Join in with the Month of Community
The Month of Community is a time to come together to celebrate everything that makes our communities great. Millions of people take part...
May 17, 20241 min read


Loneliness Awareness Week 2024
Loneliness Awareness Week raises awareness of loneliness and empowers everyone to make connections across the UK and worldwide. Join us...
May 8, 20243 min read


Founder Amy Perrin receives OBE
Marmalade Trust founder and CEO honoured for services to older people. We are delighted to announce that this week, our brilliant founder...
May 2, 20242 min read
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