Linking Lives UK
About Linking Lives UK
There are 1.8 million people over 75 in the UK who are profoundly lonely.
Linking Lives UK is working with churches and Christian agencies to set up befriending schemes along with social events and activities which have a significant impact on the lives of all who take part. We work primarily with churches and Christian agencies and provide the support, advice and resources required to set up a project in local communities.
Reading, England, RG6 9UN
Service Eligibility
We work primarily with churches and Christian agencies and provide the support, advice and resources required to set up a project in local communities.
Information for Volunteers
Volunteers visit or call their “link friend” on a regular basis and they can also take their link friend on occasional outings and other social events. These visits often become a highlight of the week for all involved and result in huge benefits to health and wellbeing.
We are able to provide a comprehensive and practical toolkit for churches or local organisations looking to set up a project which is based on a successful tried and tested approach. This includes access to training, guidance in establishing a scheme appropriate to local circumstances, operational template documents and ongoing support and updated resources once set up. On a local level, we encourage our partners to build links with key organisations in the community as a source of referrals and also to avoid duplication of effort.
More InformationAge Groups
Older Adults (65+)Themes
Older PeopleRegions
Country: National
Other Information
Type of Befriending: Distance befriending including telephone, video call, letter writing or other means, Face to face befriending which takes place in the home or community
Who can refer: Self Referrals Accepted, Friends & Family Referrals Accepted, Professional Referrals Accepted