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Loneliness and staying connected during Covid-19

Due to Covid-19, the usual ways that we connect with our families and friends has changed. This can have a real impact on our mental wellbeing, particularly on feelings of loneliness. There are, however, some things that you can do that may help.

On this page, you can find information and tips on how to stay connected and well during the pandemic.

Tips from Health in Mind on how to stay connected during Covid-19

Factsheet from the Mental Health Foundation about loneliness during Covid-19

Tips and ideas from NHS UK on what you can do if you feel lonely during this time

10 ways to stay connected during Covid-19 from the International Council on Active Aging

The History Begins at Home project connects families and friends through conversations about the past.

Useful pages on iThrive

Loneliness

Here you can find factsheets, tips and information, worksheets, videos, organisations and service in Edinburgh on what loneliness is, how you can manage it and start to connect with yourself and others.

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