Amy Perrin, 39, is the founder of Marmalade Trust, a charity that raises awareness of loneliness in society and helps people to find new friendships. Marmalade Trust is running Loneliness Awareness Week from 18-22nd June 2018. Food is a wonderful way to bring people together. I started the Marmalade Christmas Day Lunch in 2013. IRead more
Month: June 2018 articles
Volunteering week: “Volunteering has been so instrumental for me”
Our campaign manager in Wales, Claire O’Shea, was inspired to join the Campaign to End Loneliness after volunteering and meeting Jack the Dog (and his owner). I came to work for the Campaign to End Loneliness after spending two years volunteering for a charity called The Cinnamon Trust. It’s a great charity that builds connections betweenRead more