Meet the Horsham neighbourhood teams turning 'Blue Monday' into 'Brew Monday'
It's all about having tea and a chat with those who may be feeling isolated
Community wardens across Horsham will be around for a friendly chat on Monday (January 18th) - as part of efforts to transform what is considered to be the most depressing day of the year.
'Blue Monday' is referred to as such due to the short days, the weather and the fact that the Christmas festivities have passed and people may face credit card bills.
With social contact limited, taking the time to talk with family and friends is particularly important.
Horsham District Council’s Horsham Town Neighbourhood Wardens are supporting the Samaritans’ call to turn Blue Monday into something more positive by having a virtual cup of tea/coffee and a chat and calling it ‘Brew Monday’.
This could be a video or phone call with work colleagues, neighbours, family or friends and is an opportunity to check in on loved ones.
Cllr Tricia Youtan, Horsham District Council Cabinet Member for Community Matters and Wellbeing, said:
"At this time it is more important than ever to try to remain positive and connected to friends and family.
"I’m pleased to see that the Horsham Town Neighbourhood Wardens are working with the Samaritans on this Brew Monday campaign and encourage anyone who feels they need help in meeting new people to contact them."
If you would like to find out ways to meet new people in Horsham town or are interested in joining a local group but don’t know where to look, please contact Horsham’s Neighbourhood Wardens by emailing Horsham.NeighbourhoodWardens@horsham.gov.uk.
Alternatively you can call Lucy Hallett on 07795 051561 or Alison Page on 07795 051555.