Burmantofts Community Friends

Recruiting Volunteers

About Burmantofts Community Friends

At BCF, we believe no one should feel alone. Our Befriending Service offers weekly wellbeing calls and in-person visits for people aged 55+ in the Leeds area who would enjoy a friendly chat and connection. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, share stories, or just talk, our trained volunteers are here to listen and support you. We tailor the service to your needs—by phone or face-to-face—to help build trust, companionship, and community. Ideal for those living alone or feeling isolated, BCF’s Befriending Service makes friendship just a call or visit away.

England, LS9 7TB

Service Eligibility

Our Befriending Service is for anyone aged 55+ living in the Leeds area who would benefit from regular wellbeing calls or friendly in-person visits. We welcome people from all backgrounds who may be feeling lonely or isolated.
To access the service, you’ll need to join Burmantofts Community Friends (BCF)—membership is free and easy to set up. While there are no medical requirements, we can only support those within the Leeds area.
To make a referral or learn more, call us on 0113 248 9191. Our friendly team is here to help you get started.

Information for Volunteers

Become a Call Companion! Chat, connect, and brighten someone’s day with a weekly call.

As a Call Companion, you’ll offer friendship to someone feeling lonely or isolated. Calls last 10 mins to 1 hour and take place on Thursdays from 1–3PM. No experience needed—just a friendly voice and a willingness to help!

Key tasks:

✅ Make weekly calls

✅ Provide companionship

✅ Keep notes & share concerns

✅ Respect privacy & dignity

Training provided. Interested? Call 0113 248 9191 or email volunteer@burmantofts.org.uk. We’re near Leeds city centre with great transport links.

More Information

Age Groups

Adults (25-65), Older Adults (65+)

Themes

Care Experienced People, Carers, Dementia/Memory loss, Ethnic Minority Communities, Hospice/Palliative Care, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Sensory Impairment, Refugees/Asylum Seekers, Specific Health Condition, Sexuality/Gender Identity, Disability, Older People

Regions

Country: England

Other Regions: Yorkshire and the Humber

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

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