Loneliness can happen to anyone. Read what you can do to feel less lonely.
Loneliness can happen to anyone. Half of all adults in Hilversum feel lonely at some point. One in seven Hilversum residents feels lonely for an extended period of time. Loneliness is a personal experience. Some people need more meaningful relationships, while others need a larger social network. You are the best person to determine what can help reduce your feelings of loneliness. Below are some tips that may help.
What can you do
- Reach out to someone and talk about your loneliness. This could be a family member, friend, or neighbor. Call, text, or visit them and share what's bothering you. People are happy to help others, especially if they're close to you.
- If you prefer to talk to someone you don't know, you can contact The Listening Line. Someone is available 24 hours a day by phone, chat or email for a listening ear and a good conversation.
- In Hilversum there are several day activities which makes it easy for you to connect with others. Whether you enjoy being creative, playing sports, or meeting others
- Register once for volunteer workThis can be done in so many places and ways. A fixed day or time, a one-time event, or just a few hours. There's always something that suits you.
- Do you have less time to do fun things because you have to take care of someone? Informal care Gooi & Vecht you can go for help and support
- If you are unsure about what to do about loneliness, think Advice Point Loneliness happy to come with you
