‘The cultural script for Christmas is loud, but ...

From the sentimentality of the season to the pressure to be joyful, the festive period can feel tough when you’re grieving. As we mark Grief Awareness Week, one writer – who’s carrying the loss of her fiancé and her father – shares what she’s learned

Simple tips to feel less isolated and more cared for during the Christmas season

THAT FEELING OF BEING ON THE OUTSIDE, EVEN WHEN YOU’RE WITH EVERYONE? YOU’RE NOT IMAGINING IT – AND IT CAN CHANGE. HERE’S HOW TO GET THE FEELING OF CONNECTION BACK

One in five older people in the UK admits to feelings of loneliness – and this only intensifies at Christmas. What is causing this crisis and how can we combat the sense of isolation?

A blueprint for doing Christmas differently