Loneliness, social isolation and COVID-19: practical advice

The LGA and Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) have jointly produced this practical advice for Directors of Public Health and others leading the response to the loneliness and social isolation issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The advice explains how early interventions to tackle loneliness and social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond will help to prevent more costly health and care needs from developing, as well as aiding community resilience and recovery.

It also outlines the key role councils have to play in using their community assets to create local neighbourhood.