Organisations that can help
Loneliness means feeling alone. Social isolation means not having many people to talk to.
You can be alone and not feel lonely or isolated. You can also feel lonely even when you are with other people.
Here are some tips to help you stay active, connect with others and make friends.
There are national and local organisations that offer face-to-face or phone support to people who feel lonely or isolated. National organisations include Silverline, Re-engage, and Independent Age. Tandridge Community Companions is a local organisation. There are other befriending organisations in Surrey too, like Good Neighbour Schemes.
Age UK Surrey and Age Concern have many services and activities for anyone over the age of 50. Men in Sheds is a group just for men to meet, talk and make things.
Some of these services might charge a small fee.