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Apr 26, 20231 min read
Our brand new website
We're so excited to announce we've created a brilliant new home for our Loneliness Awareness Week campaign! Loneliness Awareness Week...
Apr 26, 20233 min read
4 ways to feel less lonely in May
I don't know about you, but I for one am glad to be packing away my thick winter coat, and - let's be honest, we're in England - ...
Feb 23, 20232 min read
Audiobooks exclusive offer...
We are proud to announce our partnership with Listening Books. They understand how difficult it can be when you experience loneliness or...
Feb 23, 20233 min read
Making meaningful connections when you have hearing loss
We all need meaningful connection - it's part of being human. But when the ability to hear and freely express your thoughts to the rest...
Jan 20, 20233 min read
10 fundraising ideas for 2023
Your fundraising will raise the money that’s crucial to help Marmalade Trust support some of the loneliest people in our region to make...
Jan 19, 20232 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...
Jan 15, 20233 min read
Christmas Cheer in 2022!
At Marmalade Trust, we know that the Christmas period is a difficult time of year for people experiencing loneliness and for the last few...
Dec 1, 20223 min read
Try these 7 activities to help with winter loneliness
We experience loneliness at different points in our lives, regardless of age, stage in life or social situation. Loneliness is a sign...
Nov 15, 20222 min read
A day in the life of an occupational therapy student on placement
Here at the Marmalade Trust, we had the pleasure of Karen joining us for her Occupational Therapy placement as part of her university...
Nov 15, 20222 min read
Our Trustees!
Last week was Trustees Week, and we wanted to share another Marmalade Trust trustee story. Here's what Hatty had to say... 1. What is...
Nov 7, 20222 min read
It's Trustees Week!
To celebrate Trustees Week, we want to say a HUGE thank you to all of our wonderful trustees for their commitment and dedication to...
Sep 14, 20222 min read
Marmalade Companions - Margaret's Story...
After the success of our first Marmalade Companions project, we're already planning ahead for 2023. With the support of kind and...
Aug 22, 20222 min read
Marmalade Companions - Duncan's Story...
Duncan was one of 101 volunteers involved in the Marmalade Companions project. And we're so thankful to each and every one of them for...
Aug 16, 20222 min read
Marmalade Companions - Helen's Story...
After 15 fantastic weeks, our first Marmalade Companions project has come to an end. Trained volunteers (Marmalade Companions) supported...
Jun 8, 20222 min read
My life is better with Irene in it
Sammy, 36, from Bristol met Irene through volunteering with the Marmalade Trust. After the project ended, they mutually decided they...
May 9, 20223 min read
‘How blogging about mum’s dementia made me feel less alone’
In this guest blog, we find out how writing about your experience of loneliness is a great way to manage the feeling and process...
May 3, 20222 min read
Wiper & True brewery chooses Marmalade Trust as their Charity partner throughout May
Find out how you can enjoy Wiper & True beers and support us We are excited to announce that Bristol brewery Wiper & True has chosen to...
Apr 5, 20224 min read
Green shoots of recovery
In this blog we consider the impact that the pandemic may have had on our emotional state, plus ways we can ‘refill our cups’ to help...
Mar 28, 20223 min read
Sally's Greenman Ultra Trail Run
Sally Greenland, one of our superstar fundraisers, ran an incredible 46 muddy miles around Bristol to support Marmalade Trust Last summer...
Mar 22, 20222 min read
Enjoy a free drink and support Marmalade Trust
Spring has officially sprung! Is there a better feeling than stepping out of the house and the sunshine streaming onto your face? This...
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