**Telephone Friendship Service by Age UK and The Silver Line**
**Overview**: Our free telephone friendship service connects older individuals with friendly volunteers for regular conversations, helping to alleviate feelings of loneliness and isolation.
**Who Is It For?**: This service is designed for older adults who may feel lonely or miss the engagement of regular chats, either with family or friends.
**What We Offer**:
- Free weekly or occasional phone calls from trained volunteers.
- Opportunities to build lasting friendships through conversation.
**How to Participate**:
1. **Eligibility**: Open to older adults seeking companionship over the phone.
2. **Sign Up**: Complete our external referral form to register for the service.
- [Insert link to referral form]
3. You can request calls at your preferred frequency—whether weekly or as needed.
**Contact Us**:
- For more information, please reach out via:
- Phone: [Insert phone number]
- Email: [Insert email address]
- Postcode: [Insert postcode]
**Operating Hours**: Our services are available throughout the week, ensuring support whenever you need it.
Engage with us today and discover the comfort of conversation in your own home. Sign up now to brighten your days with friendly chats!
Categories:
Connecting with others
Information and advice
Services for older people
Additional needs catered for:
Takes place in the client’s home
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