Connecting with other people is really important for our mental wellbeing and has never been as important as it is now. Having someone to connect with can provide emotional support or gives you an opportunity to provide support to others.
On the Healthy Ireland "Keeping in Contact" page you will find information on
1. Making a Plan
Planning a certain time or day that you talk to a family member or friend, will give you something to look forward to and will make you more likely to reach out and make that connection.
2. The Community Call Initiative (Clare Covid-19 Community Response Helpline)
The Community Call programme was introduced in the spring through the Local Authorities, to provide practical supports, information and befriending. This programme will now be expanded, and work with the Gardai, HSE, Local Authorities, An Post, community groups, charities, residents associations, and so on, to reach out to any vulnerable person, or those in isolation all across the community, regardless of age, gender, nationality or geography
3. Other Countywide Supports
It is very important that social contact is maintained with people who are isolated in their homes at this time, even if it's a friendly phone call. Even if you are not a formal volunteer, checking in via call or text with a vulnerable person in your locality can make a huge difference.
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