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Right now, in our community, older people are feeling lonely and isolated, not seeing another person for days on end. This lack of human connection can be devastating, but there is a way you can help.
Our Befriending volunteers quickly become firm friends to older people who seek our help.
Stacey is 103 years old and told us “I was getting fed up with my own company. I used to be really sociable, but over time that all dropped away. Someone suggested I try befriending, and I’m so pleased I did.” What started as a weekly visit has grown into a genuine friendship. “My life has completely opened up since I’ve had a Befriender. Long may it continue!”
With a donation today, you can help us to recruit, train and support our volunteers who make this service possible.
We understand that times are hard, and a donation may not be possible, so perhaps you could consider volunteering? We have a waiting list of older people needing our support, and we just need you.
For Ivor, the visits are just as rewarding. “Stacey is a walking history book,” he says. “He’s fascinating, and I learn something new every single visit. I really look forward to our meetups each week. For anyone thinking about volunteering, just do it. You won’t regret it.”
Find out more about becoming a Befriender.