New pilot project to combat loneliness launches in Waverley
A new pilot project is being launched in Waverley to try and tackle loneliness and isolation.
Initially launching in the Guildford and Waverley area, the OASIS project aims to place meaningful artworks, specially produced for individuals, directly into people's homes and to enable eligible participants to make new social connections through a range of guided conversations and group activities.
Councillor Kika Mirylees, Waverley Borough Council Portfolio Holder for Health, Wellbeing and Culture said:
"Social isolation is a growing issue and so projects like this are of such importance to our community.
"It has been created to help people battling with loneliness to get together with others and experience new creative and cultural experiences; such a wonderful idea and one that I hope eligible people within our borough will get involved with and make the most of the opportunity."
To deliver the OASIS pilot project, Paintings in Hospitals has partnered with Reconnections by Independent Age who support over 65s.