Invite one person for a short walk, drink, or some exercise anytime during the 1st May - 8th May
Reach One Person is a simple initiative to help you reach out to one person this week — strengthening connection and reminding each other we’re not alone
Why this Matters
Loneliness is as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day
Up to 40% of people say they avoid reaching out because they don’t want to be a burden
Lots of support exists. Lots of people are struggling.
The gap is simple: Taking the first step.
Most people don’t need the perfect words. They just need to feel they’re not alone.
See the inspiration video at the foot of this page
“Quality social connection is one of the most powerful buffers against stress.”
“Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.”
The Idea is Simple
Reach one person.
Invite one person for a short walk, drink, or some exercise anytime during the 1st May - 8th May. That’s it.
One small act of connection can make a big difference for both of us.
How We Help You
We make it easy to take the first step. You don’t need to overthink it. You don’t need to get it right.
We’ll support you with:
Simple ways to invite someone
Easy, natural messages you can use straight away
Tips on the simplest ways to help someone feel cared for
Tips on how to engage hard to reach people
A gentle nudge to follow through
You don’t need to have the perfect conversation. Just showing up is enough. Your presence might mean more than you realise.
Remove the Pressure
You don’t need to:
Have the perfect conversation
Talk about mental health
Fix anything