St Helens and Warrington Oddfellows, a social and support group, is inviting people to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones as part of Friendship Month in September. "We’ve lots of opportunities coming up during Friendship Month, and the friendships formed through groups like ours can have a real and lasting impact on wellbeing throughout the year." Dr Anna Machin, an evolutionary anthropologist and friend of the Oddfellows, said: "Friendships need regular contact to thrive. St Helens and Warrington Oddfellows is part of a national network of 91 branches supporting around 39,000 members across the UK. To find out more about Friendship Month events or to request a free information pack, contact Nicola on 07456 915655, email nicola.daffern@oddfellows.co.uk, or visit www.friendshipmonth.com.