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Creating a smile and friendship for vulnerable isolated people in your community

Loneliness and isolation have a significant impact on the mental and physical health of many older and more vulnerable people living alone in their community. With few or no family members or friends to visit and provide support, life can be a real challenge.

Community Catalysts is supporting thousands of community micro-enterprises across the UK who help provide a light to the lives of people living alone. 30th July is ‘International Day of Friendship’, and what better way of celebrating this special day than by giving time to call in on people in your community who are living alone?

‘International Day of Friendship’ was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities. Using the idea of ‘think global, act local’, what will you be doing on 30th July to create and strengthen friendships in your local community?