Active And In Touch

Our volunteers visit, help & befriend people who feel #lonely or isolated in #Frome & the surrounding villages. We also run a community driver scheme.

[Frome Town Council @FromeCouncil]

If you would like to spend time with a friendly face in the warm and enjoy some hot food this Christmas why not join @fromechristmas at one of the three #Frome venues.

[Shape Mendip Lottery @MendipLottery]

There’s only 1️⃣ month left to apply for money from the Shape #Mendip Lottery Community Fund 💰💙🤝
The deadline for applications is midnight on Sunday 15 January 2023 📅
Learn more and apply here 👉 https://t.co/EB8RL4FWhV

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

We are delighted to share that we have received #NationalLottery funding from @TNLComFund for our project! Thank you to National Lottery players for helping #MakeAmazingHappen.

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

Thank you @TNLComFund for your #sustainable grant over the next few years. It will help us to #thrive whilst tackling #isolation & #loneliness in the #community @EndLonelinessUK @DCMS #connections #wellbeing #Health

[The National Lottery Community Fund @TNLComFund]

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📢 EXCITING FUNDING NEWS!

We’ve awarded almost £100m #NationalLottery funding to nearly 2,500 community groups in England.

Thanks to National Lottery players, this vital funding will support communities to thrive and meet fresh challenges raised by the cost of living.

[aDoddle.org #ConnectedCommunities #NeverMoreNeeded @aDoddle_UK]

Today's #ChristmasAdvent #FPoW is @activein_touch!

Their purpose is to help combat loneliness and isolation in adults in their area through their services which include 1-to-1 befriending, meet-up and social inclusion groups and special events.

More: https://t.co/bFXe1umHZq

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

Still space for a cup of tea! Along with a chat. #Letsendloneliness #contact #friends #befriending #connections #neighbours @EndLonelinessUK @DCMS @befriendingnet

[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

If you spend most of your time on the small stuff, you will not find time to spend on what really matters in life

[Fair Frome @FairFrome]

As the freeze continues our #Foodbank is open this morning and Food at Five is providing a hot meal a warm space and a friendly welcome. From 4.30 on each day.

[Frome Christmas @fromechristmas]

There are still spaces available at our 3 #Frome events on Christmas Day. If you are in need of company, warmth, food & support you can sign up for a guest space at the Library or if you know of someone who would like to come along to the event pls email [email protected]

[Frome Town Council @FromeCouncil]

If you're worried about heating your home and want to get out of the house there are plenty of places in Frome offering a warm and friendly environment space to stay warm

Get the details and even download a calendar with all the days and times 👉 https://t.co/USI3fRZWJY

[Black Swan Arts @BlackSwanArts]

Shops in #Frome have come together to promote festive shopping. Small business owners are the heart of our community and need our active support. Markets at Makers Yard @cheeseandgrain @morethanamarket this w’end.

#buylessbuybetterbuyhandmade #shoplocal #SupportSmallBusinesses

[Ending Loneliness Together @EndLonelinessAU]

Admitting you feel lonely can be difficult. But recognising & speaking about loneliness is the first step towards building meaningful connections. We're on a mission to stamp out the stigma of loneliness. Join our network 🧡https://t.co/jD190xIMfc

[Campaign to End Loneliness @EndLonelinessUK]

Our figures based on the @ONS stats quoted in this article👇show that 3.8 million people in Britain are now chronically #lonely. People are more lonely now than before Covid-19.
🙏@urban_formation for sharing.

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

Always a great place for a coffee & a chat. Especially during the pandemic when VIctoria Park & the cafe was a huge haven for our groups to meet. TY

[Frome Town Council @FromeCouncil]

A very heartfelt thank you and goodbye to the wonderful Lotte for her time in the cafe at Victoria Park - you can still find her and her delicious offerings at Bistro Lotte at the top of Catherine Street.

Watch this space for something new coming in the spring! ☕ 🍰

#Frome

[Frome Town Council @FromeCouncil]

Can you give your old tech a new lease of life?
Frome’s Tech Amnesty is just around the corner, the donation station will be in the car park of Frome Town Hall on Sat 3rd December from 10am – 1pm.
Details can be found here: https://t.co/5wFTVnG9YD

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

#loneliness and #solitude are not the same thing! Nobody wants to be lonely

[tellmeofyourhomeworldusul @tellmeofyourho1]

@ValaAfshar It's not loneliness if you want to be alone.

https://t.co/iodBFHXK3n

[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

Here is how we can help reduce loneliness https://t.co/Zkvyvl2dJj

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

This is a Must watch. #loneliness is a health issue not just a social problem. #befriending one person living on their own who lives near you will make a huge difference #community #friendship @DCMS @EndLonelinessUK

[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

Loneliness is as toxic as smoking 15 cigarettes a day

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

Calling all #supporter 60 Seconds to nominate us for a £1000 grant @Benefacttrust to tackle #isolation & #loneliness over the festive season. https://t.co/uhCsrP1RjK

[Frome Town Council @FromeCouncil]

We're so excited to see all the wonderful lantern creations coming together for the Christmas Lights Switch On next Friday. 🌟

Have you got yours started yet? You can grab a kit from the Town Hall or Discover Frome and get all the tips you need 👉 https://t.co/beXfakI08v

[Active And In Touch @activein_touch]

@MartinSLewis TY @MartinSLewis for all your are doing to help those who are #lonely or #isolated