Gloucestershire Befriending Services
About Gloucestershire Befriending Services
Gloucestershire Befriending Services exists to provide friendship and assistance to those in need across the county. Our clients (who are predominantly but not exclusively elderly) benefit from regular contact with one of our befrienders, to provide social engagement and developing relationships over time, and receiving practical help with a variety of tasks. Our hourly rate is £25.00 and a mileage charge to facilitate each visit applies depending on the location of the client (typically in the region of £4.00).
Service Eligibility
Gloucestershire Befriending Service offers services to any age, and in the geographical region of Gloucestershire.
Referrals are made through the “Contact Us” section of our website (www.glosbefriending.co.uk)
Information for Volunteers
Gloucestershire Befriending Services exists to provide friendship and assistance to those in need across the county. Our clients (who are predominantly but not exclusively elderly) benefit from regular contact with one of our befrienders, to provide social engagement and developing relationships over time, and receiving practical help with a variety of tasks. We do not rely on volunteers but rather paid staff.
Age Groups
Adults (25-65), Older People (65+)Themes
Mental Health, Older PeopleRegions
Country: England
South West EnglandOther Information
Type of Befriending: 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