Blog | Loneliness Awareness

Mar 213 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 203 min read

Why it's so important to connect with people of different generations

Global Intergenerational Week is just around the corner (24 - 30 April 2024)! Encouraging activities and relationships between young and...

Mar 65 min read

Are loneliness and isolation the same?

Loneliness and isolation are not the same. We can be isolated (alone) and not feel lonely. We can also be surrounded by other people, yet...

Mar 52 min read

The key to happiness? Human connection ✔️

The longest and most comprehensive study on happiness comes from Harvard University. Researchers have followed two groups of men (and...

Mar 55 min read

A practical guide to conversations about loneliness

From the moment Marmalade Trust was founded 10 years ago, our aim has been to create a society where we recognise that loneliness exists...

Mar 54 min read

10 books which teach us about loneliness and connection

In celebration of World Book Day, we got together at Marmalade HQ to compile a list of 10 compelling reads exploring loneliness and the...

Feb 142 min read

Interaction's epic 24 hr fundraising challenge

Why Interaction are fundraising for Marmalade Trust We're delighted that Interaction have chosen Marmalade Trust as their Charity of the...

Feb 73 min read

Why do I feel so lonely on Valentine's Day?

Valentine's Day, traditionally a celebration of love and connection, can paradoxically evoke feelings of loneliness for many of us. This...

Feb 73 min read

How make Valentine's Day feel less lonely this year

Technically, we know that being single on Valentine’s Day isn’t a big deal. It’s just like any other day… But for some reason the thought...

Jan 302 min read

Positive affirmations for loneliness

Start your day with these 7 affirmations to promote your self-confidence and self-belief.

Jan 103 min read

Christmas Cheer 2023: Your support made it happen!

Why Christmas Cheer matters At Marmalade Trust, we know that the Christmas period is often the most painful time of year for those...

Jan 33 min read

10 ways to feel more connected this year

Let's make 2024 a year filled with meaningful connections!

Jan 13 min read

10 fundraising ideas for 2024

Your fundraising will raise the money that’s crucial to help Marmalade Trust support some of the loneliest people in our region to make...

Dec 30, 20232 min read

Founder and CEO Amy Perrin Awarded OBE

Marmalade Trust CEO honoured in The King’s New Years Honours List for services to older people. We are delighted to announce that our...

Nov 14, 20232 min read

Marmalade Trust awarded The King’s Award!

We are delighted and honoured to have been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service! 🎉 Equivalent to an MBE, the...

Nov 10, 20233 min read

How you can support Marmalade this Christmas

This week, our Volunteer Coordinator, Helen, shared the news that all volunteer positions have now been filled for this Christmas - whoop...

Nov 8, 20232 min read

Golfing for good: Wain Homes' generous donation

We are so thankful for the wonderful support we have received from Wain Homes! We were delighted to receive an incredible £16,000...

Nov 8, 20232 min read

Heineken hosts inaugral charity gala ball raising vital funds

We were delighted to attend a glittering gala ball at the stunning Monastery in Manchester to celebrate our partnership with HEINEKEN UK....

Nov 2, 20232 min read

Our 10th birthday party!

This week held a special celebration to mark 10 incredible years of Marmalade Trust and the special people who helped make it all...

Oct 25, 20232 min read

Introducing the Marmalade cocktail and dessert

Raising awareness with a marmalade-themed dessert and cocktail!

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