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News, stories and insights from the team at Marmalade Trust®


May 31, 20234 min read
4 ways to feel less lonely in June
In the month of June, as the warmth of summer arrives, it's the perfect time to foster meaningful connections and embrace the power of...


May 31, 20234 min read
How trees teach us about connection
We're delighted to share a guest blog written by Marmalade supporter, and Nature Therapist at Woodland Wellness Centre, Nadine Carr. What...


May 24, 20233 min read
Here's why you should book a solo travel trip
We're delighted to share a guest blog written by Marmalade supporter, and freelance writer, Hannah Walters. As social creatures, we...


May 24, 20232 min read
Join in with the Month of Community
The Month of Community is about creating a focal point in the year to bring people together to reconnect, celebrate what’s local and help...


May 10, 20232 min read
Volunteer for us
Loneliness Awareness Week is just a few weeks away! We're looking for short-term volunteers to join our team who can help us make this...


Apr 29, 20233 min read
4 ways to feel less lonely in May
I don't know about you, but I for one am glad to be packing away my thick winter coat, and - let's be honest, we're in England - ...


Apr 26, 20233 min read
Advice from Psychotherapist John-Paul Davies
Friend of Marmalade Trust, John-Paul shares five tips on overcoming loneliness and establishing, maintaining and deepening friendships....

Apr 26, 20231 min read
Our brand new website
We're so excited to announce we've created a brilliant new home for our Loneliness Awareness Week campaign! Loneliness Awareness Week...


Feb 23, 20232 min read
Audiobooks exclusive offer...
We are proud to announce our partnership with Listening Books. They understand how difficult it can be when you experience loneliness or...


Feb 23, 20233 min read
Making meaningful connections when you have hearing loss
We all need meaningful connection - it's part of being human. But when the ability to hear and freely express your thoughts to the rest...


Jan 20, 20233 min read
10 fundraising ideas for 2023
Your fundraising will raise the money that’s crucial to help Marmalade Trust support some of the loneliest people in our region to make...


Jan 19, 20232 min read
The key to happiness? Human connection.
The longest and most comprehensive study on happiness comes from Harvard University. Researchers have followed two groups of men (and...


Jan 15, 20233 min read
Christmas Cheer in 2022!
At Marmalade Trust, we know that the Christmas period is a difficult time of year for people experiencing loneliness and for the last few...


Dec 1, 20223 min read
Try these 7 activities to help with winter loneliness
We experience loneliness at different points in our lives, regardless of age, stage in life or social situation. Loneliness is a sign...


Nov 15, 20222 min read
A day in the life of an occupational therapy student on placement
Here at the Marmalade Trust, we had the pleasure of Karen joining us for her Occupational Therapy placement as part of her university...


Nov 15, 20222 min read
Our Trustees!
Last week was Trustees Week, and we wanted to share another Marmalade Trust trustee story. Here's what Hatty had to say... 1. What is...


Nov 7, 20222 min read
It's Trustees Week!
To celebrate Trustees Week, we want to say a HUGE thank you to all of our wonderful trustees for their commitment and dedication to...

Aug 31, 20222 min read
Member stories | Margaret
Marmalade Companions is a time-limited 1:1 project operating across Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos. Friendly volunteers make a...


Jul 31, 20223 min read
Volunteer stories | Duncan
Volunteer Duncan was involved in the Marmalade Companions project. Â We're so thankful to each and every one of of volunteers for...


Jul 31, 20222 min read
Member stories | Helen
Marmalade Companions is a time-limited 1:1 project operating across Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos. Friendly volunteers make a...
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