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Loneliness can affect people of all ages, at different stages in life, but it is most common for people in later life. It also has a major impact on quality of life and general wellbeing.

We understand it’s a real issue affecting so many. As a national UK charity that aims to reduce social isolation for older people, we’ve put together some tips, information and where to get extra support for combatting loneliness.

Combatting loneliness in later life

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Birthday celebrations at MHA Aigburth as resident turns 100 with intimate party 

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Let’s talk about older people’s housing this election 

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Delight as home manager at MHA Pennystone Court wins national award

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All smiles at MHA Stratton House following recent performance at CQC rating

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All aboard at MHA The Willows as new bus for staff and residents arrives

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What adult social care needs from the next government – do the manifestos deliver?

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Resident couple at MHA Montpellier Manor home celebrate 65th wedding anniversary

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Residents mingle with creepy crawlies and bullfrogs as they visit MHA Lauriston

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“Work hard, be happy and love more” secret to long life as resident at MHA Hartcliffe celebrates 102nd birthday

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Former pilot living at MHA The Homestead goes on trip down memory lane by visiting flight simulator

A care assistant sits with a resident in the garden.

Glossary of key terms

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Residents at Ipswich home singalong to war songs in memory of D-Day

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MHA Assisi Place resident celebrates 100th birthday with trip down memory lane

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MHA Westbury Grange creates memory tree for residents and staff with special messages

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“Sense of fulfilment” says deputy manager who celebrates 15 years at MHA Ryelands

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MHA Priceholme raises over £400 following spring fair

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Family of resident at MHA The Willows donates sports equipment so he can reconnect with his love for sport

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MHA Briar Hill House divulge in sweet treats to mark National Doughnut Week

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Granddaughter of former resident at MHA Amathea raises more than £2000 by walking 74 miles

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Contractors devote day to MHA Stones Place and become volunteers during gardening weekend

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MHA Pennystone Court celebrates completion of internal refurb with outdoor party in the sun

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Senior care assistant at MHA Oak Manor braves the shave and raises more than £450

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Staff member at MHA Morel Court spends afternoon mingling with royals at Garden Party

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“Dedication to the job is key” as care assistant at MHA Hillside celebrates 10-year work anniversary

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Art lover at MHA The Homestead visits Ashmolean Museum as part of Seize the Day initiative

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Resident at MHA Mapplewell Manor celebrates 103rd birthday with two parties and a visit from the Mayor

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Care assistant started working in care after mums illness celebrates 10 year work anniversary at MHA The Herons

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Resident at MHA The Homestead celebrates 54th wedding anniversary with afternoon tea

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Resident at MHA Handsworth ‘danced the night away’ at The Mavericks concert

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Former Premier League player visits MHA Charnwood House along with special guest

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Welcome surprise at MHA Priceholme as furry friends come to visit residents

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Easter raffle at MHA Connell Court raises more than £200 for homes amenities fund

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Trip down memory lane for resident at MHA Pennystone Court as she visits former place of work

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Community defibrillator installed courtesy of MHA Langholme

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MHA launch Illustrated book to help children understand life in a care home

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Plenty to smile about at MHA Lauriston as they feature in top 20 homes in the country

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Four generations get together at MHA The Herons to celebrate residents 100th birthday

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Birthday celebrations at MHA Stones Place as resident celebrates 105th birthday

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Trip to the football for Villa fan as part of Seize the Day initiative

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“Some ups and downs” but will retire here says staff member at MHA Aigburth who celebrates 20 years’ service

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Combined service of more than 40 years for staff at MHA Briar Hill House

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Staff and residents all smiles at MHA Epworth Grange following Care Quality Commission inspection

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Son of famous resident at MHA Langholme “rocks” residents with musical performance

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MHA Sandygate all smiles after strong performance following Care Quality Commission inspection

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Chinese New Year celebrations at MHA Handsworth with handmade lanterns and trip to China

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Residents and staff at MHA Oak Manor create “cosy cups” for emergency services and external support as thank you

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MHA Stones Place gets residents planting their own fruit veg and herbs

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MHA Lauriston aims to become self-sustainable and encourages residents to grow their own food crops

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MHA Waterside House part of trial to encourage residents to grow fresh food

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MHA Stratton House trials residents to grow their own fruit veg and herbs with exciting growing kits

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All smiles at MHA Chapel Fields following strong performance in rating by Care Quality Commission

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Staff at MHA Lauriston all smiles after receiving maximum review rating score

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Well known locals unveil “Words of Wisdom” bench at MHA Langholme

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Residents look forward to pampering sessions as new beauty salon opens at MHA Handsworth

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Community rallies around and helps smash target of 100 cards for resident at MHA Connell Court for her birthday.

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Daughter of staff member at MHA Brookfield creates “process of ageing” portrait of resident

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“Have fun, stay active & keep young at heart” secret to a long life for resident at MHA Cromwell House

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20 family members come together to celebrate 100th birthday at MHA The Fairways

Combatting loneliness in later life

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