Tackling loneliness and isolation across South Derbyshire. Open to South Derbyshire residents who are over 18 years and feeling lonely or isolated for whatever reason.
Our befriending volunteers give their time to provide regular one to one support through telephone contact or home visiting, whichever is preferable.
Befriending also offers a fantastic volunteering opportunity for those looking to connect with others.
Service statistics
Usually replies in
4 days
Service access criteria:
For anybody that is 18+ and experiencing loneliness or isolation.
Categories:
Connecting with others
Mental health
Services for older people
Support for carers
Volunteering
Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Hearing impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Learning difficulty friendly
Physical disability friendly
Takes place in the client’s home
Waiting list (weeks):
4
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