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Older Persons Befriending Service
A befriending service helping to reduce social isolationWhat does it do?
Our befriending service aims to reduce the social isolation that may result from getting older.
The befriender would visit regularly for at least two hours a fortnight.
The befriender would visit regularly for at least two hours a fortnight.
Who it is for?
Our befriending service is for over 60s who feel socially isolated.
Where it is available?
Local service (Manchester, Salford).
What it costs:
It is a free service.
How to access or apply for it:
Referrals can be made to Helen Roberts via:
HRoberts@gaddumcentre.co.uk or 0161 214 3939
HRoberts@gaddumcentre.co.uk or 0161 214 3939
What to expect then:
An informal discussion to assess needs of the Older Person with the view of matching them with a volunteer befriender who will visit them regularly.
Additional information:
Our service covers the whole of Manchester and Salford.
We are also looking for additional volunteers who would like to befriend an older person. If you'd like to help an older person in your area get in touch befriending@gaddum.co.uk
We are also looking for additional volunteers who would like to befriend an older person. If you'd like to help an older person in your area get in touch befriending@gaddum.co.uk
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Info last updated:
07/03/2016
Provider
Gaddum House, 6 Great Jackson Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 6AX