6 virtual groups to join if you want to make friends

Have you been shielding in the last few months during the pandemic? Maybe it's just been generally harder for you to go out everyday and maintain a social life? Country Living may have the perfect suggestions for you!
We all know it's been very difficult for many people during the pandemic, particularly those shielding due to long term health conditions, to regularly go outside and get exercise and maintain some kind of normality to their daily lives.  If you are one of these people, there are still ways in which you can maintain social contact and even make new friends in these uncertain times. 
 
Are you looking to join a virtual group to help ease feelings of loneliness? From online choirs to social gatherings via video call, there are plenty of wonderful options for everyone to find companionship.
 
Country Living have produced a list of ways in which you can become social online by getting involved in virtual groups and maybe even learn a new hobby!
 
These include:
 
  • Virtual choir group 
  • Virtual book club
  • The virtual group talking about mental health
  • Online exercise classes
  • Make new friends online
  • A friendly phone call

Do you fancy getting involved in any of these? Head on over to the Country Living website to learn more about who offers these social activities!