Blog | Loneliness Awareness

Oct 18, 20235 min read

10 ways to support Marmalade Trust

First of all, thank you for reading this – you’re amazing! Without our dedicated community of volunteers and supporters donating time or...

Oct 18, 20235 min read

10 years of talking 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...

Sep 22, 20233 min read

A cosy connection: how keeping warm can ease winter loneliness

It isn’t easy trying to maintain a sense of community and connection as the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop in winter. This...

Aug 31, 20232 min read

Loneliness and dementia

Loneliness is a universal human experience that can affect anyone, regardless of age or background. But it is a sad reality that...

Aug 30, 20235 min read

Navigating loneliness: A guide for freshers

Congratulations on this exciting chapter of your life as a university fresher! You’re finally on your own and can make your own...

Aug 2, 20233 min read

Feeling lonely? 11 podcasts to help you feel less alone

Here are our top podcasts that offer solace and understanding when you're feeling lonely.

Aug 2, 20234 min read

Unraveling the connection between loneliness and grief

Life's journey is filled with myriad emotions, each with its unique colour and depth. Among these emotions, loneliness and grief stand as...

Aug 2, 20232 min read

Have a Go Day

Try inclusive sports in Bristol at BBS’s Have a Go Day for blind and partially sighted people! British Blind Sport (BBS) is hosting a...

Aug 1, 20233 min read

Loneliness in the summer holidays

How to cope with loneliness during the summer holidays

Jul 27, 20235 min read

4 ways to feel less lonely in August

Hi friends! Meg from Marmalade Trust here. July didn't get the memo about warmth and sunshine... it's been raining pretty much non-stop...

Jul 5, 20233 min read

Loneliness and social media

In today's hyper-connected world, social media has become an integral part of our lives. It allows us to stay connected, share...

Jun 30, 20232 min read

An 11-year-olds guide to feeling less lonely in July

This month, 11 year old Reva shares her top tips for feeling less lonely (transcribed by a helpful adult! 😀)

Jun 30, 20232 min read

The incredible impact: Loneliness Awareness Week 2023

Watch the video and read about the incredible impact of this years campaign!

Jun 30, 20232 min read

Loneliness Awareness Week 2023 event raises £750!

The power of community and compassion came together during this year's Loneliness Awareness Week, as an inspiring event unfolded to...

Jun 21, 20232 min read

Celebrating connection during Loneliness Awareness Week

A heartfelt thank you to our Summer Party attendees and contributors! During Loneliness Awareness Week 2023, we were delighted to host a...

Jun 21, 20233 min read

Here's why you should say hello to your neighbours

Small acts of kindness not only help your neighbours but can also help the person performing the actions feel less lonely. Loneliness is...

Jun 16, 20231 min read

A new charity partnership with HEINEKEN UK

We are delighted to announce that we have a new charity partnership with HEINEKEN UK. As a small charity (with a big mission!) we are...

Jun 15, 20231 min read

A new charity partnership with HEINEKEN UK

We are delighted to announce that we have a new charity partnership with HEINEKEN UK. As a small charity (with a big mission!) we are...

Jun 15, 20232 min read

New report by The Cares Family sets out how to build social connection in communities

For Loneliness Awareness Week, The Cares Family has published a report that sets out ten techniques to build meaningful connection...

Jun 14, 20232 min read

An exciting new sponsor - Sky!

We are thrilled to announce that Sky is one of our partners for Loneliness Awareness Week. Together, we are joining forces to raise...

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