Loneliness

  • Poverty isn’t just for Christmas

    Last updated
    2 August, 2024
    Distribution of the £600 home energy payment has begun. However, for some older people in Northern Ireland, huge challenges remain as they struggle both with the cost of living and the risk of loneliness.
  • The link between loneliness and caring

    Last updated
    2 August, 2024
    In Northern Ireland, carers are over four times more likely to be chronically lonely than people in general. Loneliness can be devastating - carers need more support.