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New worldwide study highlights extent of loneliness

If you are feeling lonely, you are not alone. A recent worldwide survey by Meta-Gallup has revealed that almost 1 in 4 adults, (24% of people aged 15 and above) worldwide experienced loneliness to some extent. The survey covered 142 countries and asked individuals how lonely they felt. Interestingly, young adults between 19 and 29

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Norfolk’s Chatty Chairs: The Story So Far

Norfolk’s Chatty Chairs have been continuing their progress around the county over the last few months. They have been looked at, talked about and sat in by the humble and prominent alike and, as hoped, allowed new friendships and connections to be forged. Norfolk’s Chatty Chairs in Norwich For example, the chairs attended a community

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Chatty Chairs for Children

Our Chatty Chairs are becoming increasingly popular across Norfolk. They are now looking at a new audience: young people. With that in mind we have created some ‘Chatty Chairs for Children’. The chairs have. been decorated by one of my volunteers Jodie. Jodie is an art student studying art for wellbeing at Great Yarmouth College.

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