Linking People Together (Clubs and Befriending)
- Location: Age UK Solihull
- Price: Free
Please note, this service is not available outside Age UK Solihull - Head Office's catchment area.
Email: Befriending@ageuksolihull.org.uk
Telephone: 0121 704 7846
Age UK Solihull’s Linking People Together service supports older people to maintain social interaction and remain vital members of their local communities.
The service, which we tailor to meet each person's specific needs, is divided into four core elements:
- Home-based befriending
- Telephone befriending
- Practical advice and support
- Community-based social activities.
Changes to the Linking People Together service from 1 April 2026
From 1 April 2026, there will be changes to the service to help support more people each year. These changes will also help encourage people to make more friends, increase independence, and reduce and prevent loneliness and social isolation.
The new service will replace the current befriending service and can include:
• options for face-to-face or phone support, best suited to your needs
• matching you with a trained Age UK Solihull volunteer who can support you over a 6–8-week period
• connecting you to local community groups that are right for you
• matching you to other people on the service with similar interests
• supporting you to learn relevant digital skills to manage your life independently and make social connections
All existing befriending calls/visits will continue as normal, and we will continue to match those on the waiting list with volunteers. Those people currently recieving befriending support will be redirected to the new service on 1 April 2026.
We are no longer taking new enquiries for the current service. However, if you are interested in being supported under the new service, please register your interest and you will be contacted in April, or visit the below links for further support.
Silver Line
The Silver Line Helpline run by Age UK is a free, 24-hour telephone service for older people across the UK. Call 0800 4 70 80 90.
The helpline offers friendship, conversation, and support for people aged 55 or over, especially those who may be experiencing feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Re-Engage
Call Companions is a telephone befriending service ensuring older people stay connected to the outside world. Call Companions is available to anyone aged 75 and over who’s socially isolated and would like a regular chat over the phone with a friendly volunteer. Contact Re-Engage free on 0800 716543.
Age UK Solihull clubs and activities
We offer several regular clubs and activities for older Solihull residents. Click below for more information.
Other Local Clubs
Download our Clubs List to see other clubs in the Solihull area.