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Why can we feel lonelier during the winter?

Find out about the support available to you during the winter months if you are feeling lonely.

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Celebrating Men on the Move

We spoke with the creators and members of the men's only walking group to find out how successful the group has been.

Celebrating Healthy Ageing at the Age Well Festival

The inaugural Age Well Festival brought a sense of community to Haringey, which took place 21 September at Bruce Castle Park and Museum. The festival was designed to connect older residents of Haringey and highlight the importance of ageing well.

The Purple Parade at this year’s Age Well festival

The Parade is an opportunity to bring together older people to challenge stereotypes.

Reach and Connect Engage Local Community At Holcombe Market

The stall is just one activity in the lead up to this year’s inaugural Age Well festival.

Older Haringey Residents Create Vibrant Headpieces for Upcoming Age Well Festival

On 20th August at Chestnuts Community Centre, some of Haringey’s older residents showcased their creativity ahead of Haringey’s inaugural Age Well Festival by spending a day with renowned fashion stylist and photographer Donald Waugh.

Haringey Reach and Connect partner staff Juliet, Filiz (The Reader), Margaret (vol), HRC partner staff Paul, Helen (vol), Joanna (vol)

Celebrating partnership with The Reader at Loneliness Awareness Week 2024

The event marked a celebration of community achievements and efforts to combat social isolation.

Volunteers receiving awards from Haringey Mayor and Reach and Connect

Haringey Loneliness Awareness Week launch recognises groups and volunteers

Haringey Reach and Connect were delighted to see more than 70 guests at the launch of Loneliness Awareness Week on Friday 7th June at The Pavilion in Bruce Castle Park.

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Unemployed and over 50: What did we not realise employment gave us in addition to income?

By Polly Frayne, Programme Manager at Public Voice

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Local Hero Bob Brown Receives Loneliness Awareness Award

Bob received the award on Friday 7 June at the launch of Loneliness Awareness Week.

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Loneliness Awareness Week 2024 Launch and Awards

Loneliness Awareness Week 2024 is being launched with awards for volunteers who build social connection

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Overcoming loneliness

Get advice on practical steps you can take to improve your situation.

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