The Nottingham Building Society – which has a Mansfield branch in Stockwell Gate – is supporting older people who may be at risk of social isolation with a £30,000 donation to The Silver Line charity.

The Silver Line offers a 24-hour free and confidential helpline (0800 4 70 80 90) for older people to call if they feel lonely. 

The building society is also encouraging people to “call older relatives and neighbours to see if they need any shopping supplies, or simply just to be someone to talk to”.

Anne Leivers, Head of People and Development at The Nottingham, said: “Lockdown is a very challenging time for everyone, but especially so for older generations who in some cases can feel isolated and in need of help and support.

“During this difficult time we are committed to supporting older people where we can, particularly as many of our members are in that demographic. Our branches have always been important places for some in terms of social contact, however with the current unprecedented events having taken that away for now we hope that the donation to The Silver Line can help bridge the gap.”

For more information about The Silver Line, visit www.thesilverline.org.uk