1 in 5 people fear they won’t see anyone over Christmas16% Brits said they were ‘dreading’ Christmas4.2 million adults always or often felt lonely during the second national lockdown£5.9m marked by Government pilot to tackle loneliness12 per cent said they would spend Christmas Day alone. Meanwhile.10 per cent admitted they had no support networks in place.
Catherine Johnstone, chief executive of the Royal Voluntary Service said: “We are very proud of the support our wonderful volunteers have provided to those in need throughout“However, we are already seeing a rise in requests for help as we approach the festive period and vulnerable people are inevitably feeling isolated.
“This Christmas is likely to be tough-going for the most vulnerable in our communities and many will be spending it on their own.
For the fourth year running their Great Winter Get Together is urging people to help others in their communities with shopping, phonecalls, a socially distance walk or doorstep chat.IF you would like to donate to support the work of the Royal Voluntary Service, text RVS5 to 70570 to donate £5, visit, or call 0800 731 9197 – lines open Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm.
RVS receives 100 per cent of your donation. Texts cost £5 plus one message at your standard network rate. Always get the bill payer’s permission. UK networks only. The RVS would like to contact the people who text by phone and SMS with campaign updates and new appeals. If you want to give, but don’t want these updates, type NO INFO after RVS5 when making your donation.
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