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Mugs meet to beat loneliness

Tucked away in a southern Adelaide suburb, a community garden hosts a regular meetup for lonely and isolated people.

Published: 21 September 2024
  • sa
  • 21 September 2024
  • SA Department of Health

Marion Mugs is held at the MarionLIFE Community Centre, where people gather every Monday morning for conversation, companionship, and coffee.

"As we seek to be led by community, our team loves that we’re able to support participants in continuing to shape this program from their own ideas about what helps them overcome loneliness and isolation. We’ve seen some wonderful friendships form that now extend into the local neighbourhood as well," says Leighton Boyd from MarionLife.

"Our volunteers really enjoy playing a part connecting people through this program, and they have a cuppa ready each week for anyone who would like to join!"

Enjoy a jigsaw, gardening tips, or just chat with a diverse group of people helping each other reconnect and keep well.