PALS-The Project About Loneliness and Social networks
*COVID-19 UPDATE: This study is now paused.*
Around 30% of the UK population experience loneliness. Older people, and those with long-term health problems are far more likely to be lonely and isolated than those in good health. Feeling lonely and isolated also has a negative impact on a person’s emotional and physical health, and costs the NHS money due to more medical appointments and hospital visits. Evidence has shown that connecting with community resources can help protect against loneliness for those most at-risk.