With half a million older people going at least five days a week without seeing or speaking to anyone at all, the need to build connections has never been greater.

That's why I'm taking part in the #RemoteRelay, taking on a 10k run to raise money for East London Cares. East London Cares seeks to reduce loneliness amongst older and younger people alike, by connecting them through social programmes.

Prior to the pandemic, they ran 4 core programmes; social clubs, love your neighbour, proactive outreach and community fundraising. Now they have transitioned these much loved programmes online and have since delivered 40+ events and made over 700+ check in calls to ensure that nobody is facing this crisis alone.

If you can spare a few pennies, the team at East London Cares will so appreciate your support. Thank you x