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Free Online Support Groups for Loneliness

Loneliness is one of the hardest feelings to name because it tends to push people further from the connection they need. Peer support groups offer a low-pressure way to start rebuilding that connection with others who get it.

Live groups available daily.

Upcoming Groups

Senior Connection Circle
Donut

Donut

New 🎉
Senior Connection Circle

People 55 and over who want to make a connection

Aging
Loneliness
Retirement
9/16
Today 10:00 PM60 min
One Day at a Time
A_dal_ma

A_dal_ma

One Day at a Time

Refocus, remember our treasures, strengths and dream big.

Anxiety
Depression
Loneliness
3/21
Thu, 7/16, 2:00 PM60 min
Social Anxiety Peer Support
Warrenwa5

Warrenwa5

Social Anxiety Peer Support

People working through social anxiety/isolation/loneliness

Anxiety
Loneliness
Social anxiety
2/16
Thu, 7/16, 11:00 PM60 min
Friday Crew for Curing Loneliness

Member-led

Friday Crew for Curing Loneliness

For those looking to connect, laugh, and feel less alone

Depression
Grief
Loneliness
1/16
Fri, 7/17, 8:00 PM60 min
Topic context

Understanding loneliness

Loneliness can deeply affect our mental and emotional well-being, especially when we feel disconnected from those around us. Whether it’s due to life transitions, social isolation, or emotional distance, the experience can feel isolating and painful. Many people struggle in silence, unsure of how to reach out or express their need for connection. Peer support offers a powerful way to combat loneliness by creating space for real connection. In a session, people come together not just to talk, but to listen and truly be heard. Knowing that others feel the same way — and being able to share openly — reduces feelings of isolation and fosters a sense of belonging that’s often missing in everyday life.

Why it helps

How peer support helps with loneliness

Peer support helps with loneliness because being heard by people who understand is often more grounding than advice. A group can gently break the isolation cycle without asking anyone to perform wellness or have it all together.

Inside the room

What loneliness groups often cover

  • The emotional weight of loneliness and social disconnection
  • Isolation after loss, moves, breakups, or life transitions
  • Feeling lonely in relationships, at work, or in a crowd
  • Small steps toward connection, community, and steadier belonging
Good fit for

Who these groups may help

  • People experiencing loneliness, isolation, or social disconnection
  • Anyone who has lost close connections through loss, relocation, or life change
  • People wanting a gentle starting point to rebuild community and peer support
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Frequently asked questions

Are there free online support groups for lonely people?

Yes. ShareWell hosts free online support groups for loneliness that meet live on video. Groups are peer-led, so you talk with people who understand isolation from the inside. The free plan includes 4 sessions per month.
1-on-1 support

Want to speak to someone one on one about loneliness?

Connect with a trained Peer Specialist for a private loneliness session.

See Loneliness specialists

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