If you are feeling lonely, isolated, or just want to meet new people – leaning on the community support available in Portsmouth will improve your overall wellbeing and increase your sense of belonging.
Try one of the opportunities below,
- Introduce yourself to a neighbour you haven’t met yet
- Talk to someone new on a walk to the shop or the post box
- Sign up to volunteer at a local charity
- Have lunch with a new work colleague
- Pop into your local library
- Join a community group and chat to someone new
- Or just chat to someone in a queue
Pop along to the community helpdesk in the Central Library and speak to the Hive team about connecting in your community or search the online directory https://hiveportsmouth.org.uk/hive-directory
There are also a variety of social groups available with the Independence and Living team. To find out more search Social activities and groups for adults
https://www.portsmouth.gov.uk/services/adult-social-care/support-to-be-independent/social-activities-and-groups-for-adults/
