Below are sources of support and advice around loneliness, social isolation and mental health.
Funding to support groups responding to the needs of communities affected by the covid-19 pandemic:Ìý
Looking after your mental health and managing isolation during theÌýcoronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
NHS Every Mind Matters:
Anxiety UK:
The MARCH Network have put together a resource pack for creative activities that are available online:
Are you interested in taking part in research relating to the coronavirus and mental health/wellbeing and isolation?
Here is a list of studies taking place:
MARCH network:ÌýCOVID 19 Social StudyÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý
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RAMP study:ÌýThe Repeated Assessment of Mental health in Pandemics (RAMP) study is a research project assessing the effect of COVID-19 on the mental health and wellbeing of the population.Ìý
Swinburne University: Survey of Health and wellbeing: monitoring the impact of OCVID-19:Ìý
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General Advice
- Mind -
- ÌýSleep FoundationÌý-Ìý
Emotional Support
During difficult times you might want to get support, especially out of hours. Here are some organisations people said they spoke to:
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National Telephone number 116 123 – Freephone and open 24 hours a day
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SANEline telephone 0300 304 7000 opening times 4.30pm – 10.30pm daily
Infoline: 03444 775 774,ÌýMon-Fri 9:30am - 5.30pm
They provide information on a range of topics including:
- types of mental health problems
- where to get help
- medication and alternative treatments
- advocacy.
Contact them via phone:Ìý0300 123 3393.ÌýOur lines are open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays).
email:Ìýinfo@mind.org.ukÌýor Text: 86463
Support Groups
(formerly known as The Lesbian & Gay Foundation)
Their guide covers MH and other health areas for LGBT community.
Help for young people
TheÌýÌýis open to anyone under 18.
Youthline:Ìý0808 801 0711ÌýEmail:Ìýfyp@beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Help for adults
TheÌýÌýis open to anyone over 18. Parents, teachers or any concerned adults should call the adult helpline.Ìý
Helpline:Ìý0808 801 0677ÌýEmail:Ìýhelp@beateatingdisorders.org.uk