A £ 1 m ( $ 1.27 m ) fund to help reduce loneliness and social isolation in Scotland was launched with backing from the Scottish Government . The aim was to reduce the stigma of loneliness and improve accessible transport links for isolated communities . Another element of the plan will see “intergenerational and other co-living arrangements” tested, in an effort to meet housing needs and reduce loneliness. Organisers said it would also involve co - living arrangements . The scheme was based on recommendations made by Age Scotland , the British Red Cross and the Mental Health Foundation Scotland .
A £ 1 m ( $ 1.27 m ) fund to help reduce loneliness and social isolation in Scotland was launched with backing from the Scottish Government . The aim was to reduce the stigma of loneliness and improve accessible transport links for isolated communities . Organisers said it would also involve co - living arrangements . The scheme was based on recommendations made by Age Scotland , the British Red Cross and the Mental Health Foundation Scotland .