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Olio is *incredibly* proud to be supporting this year's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek in partnership with the Mental Health Foundation 💜 Back in 2015, Olio's co-founders set out to reduce food waste. But it turns out they've done something else special, too 👀 In a recent survey, 8 in 10 Olio users told us that using the app: 🫶 Improves their mood 🤝 Gives them a sense of purpose 👥 Helps them feel more connected to their community 67% say it helps ease stress or worry about finances 💵 through accessing free food from Tesco, Iceland Foods, Sainsbury's, Pret A Manger and more. 👤One user told us: "We had an increase in our bills and were really struggling with feeding my four children. We got to eat healthy meals everyday by collecting from Olio.” 👤 Another said: "I am going through a very difficult time at the moment, and becoming an Olio volunteer has occupied my mind... it has given me a sense of purpose when I felt lost." Reading that - we're reminded that some of the most powerful mental health interventions aren't clinical. They're things we can access freely and easily - like a friendly doorstep exchange with a neighbour, or volunteering to feel a sense of purpose 💜 Want to promote better mental health where you work? Access Mental Health Foundation's partner resources here: https://lnkd.in/eBmwPPtb Read more about survey in our press release here: https://lnkd.in/eci-p7DU