Social isolation

Social isolation and struggling to get access to food and medicines are among the issues disproportionately affecting disabled women in the Covid-19 pandemic.
Imagine the crushing hurt when this occurs and there’s nothing to be afraid of, writes Simon Woolley.
Admittedly there are barriers, but we can be resourceful and creative — and take a moment to re-assess, writes Phil Lurie.
Allow these hamsters, bunnies, guinea pigs, ferrets and other cuddly pets help you feel warm and fuzzy again.
Picking up the phone or slipping a note through a neighbour's door still shows you care, writes Alex Smith.
We should be encouraging our local authorities to develop initiatives which bring different generations together for face-to-face interactions
The world's first Loneliness Minister wants to stop people being cut off from contact with others.