Rushcliffe Befriends

Together We Can Overcome Isolation

Who It’s For

Rushcliffe Befriends is designed for older people in the Rushcliffe area who are experiencing loneliness or isolation. Referrals from health and social care partners are accepted.

 

The Benefits

Our service can connect you with others and help you become more socially active at home, on the phone, or in the community. We aim to help you feel less lonely and more connected with others, improving your overall well-being and quality of life.

 

What We Offer

We carefully match you with trained and vetted volunteers who can provide various befriending options tailored to your needs.

 

Our services include:

• Telephone Befriending: Regular friendly chats over the phone.
• Face-to-Face Befriending: Personal visits from a befriender. 
• Group Befriending: Participation in group activities and friendship groups.
• Peer-to-Peer Support: Linking you with like-minded individuals.

 

How much does it cost?

Our Befriending service costs £35 per year and includes access to additional services including:

• Voluntary Transport Service
• Handy Housekeeping Service
• Access to information about services and support in your local community

Please note that group befriending trips and activities may incur additional charges to cover the costs of the activities.

 

How to Access the Service

If you are interested in our befriending service, or if you are a health or social care partner looking to refer someone, please get in touch. We look forward to helping you build meaningful connections and enjoy a more socially active life.

For more information and to join our service, please reach out to us today. Call us on 0115 969 9060 or fill out our contact form.

 

 

Watch the BBC East Midlands Today interview with our Befriending Coordinator about the benefits of befriending and volunteering.

 

 

Become a Volunteer Befriender

To volunteer, all you have to do is commit to an hour once a week or once a fortnight and you really could make a difference to someone like John. Please get in touch with us through our contact form or give us a call on 0115 969 9060.