Published during the peak of national pandemic restrictions in June 2020, this article reflected on the tireless spirit of Island volunteers who walked the extra mile to combat isolation and check on vulnerable neighbours.
Isolation is a well-established risk factor for suicidal thoughts. Reaching out with a simple phone call, a doorstep check-in, or an invitation to walk along an Island beach can provide an invaluable emotional lifeline.
A reminder that simple everyday human connection remains one of our most potent suicide prevention tools.