Hand of Solace
About Hand of Solace
Hand of Solace befriending service is aimed at supporting: Isolated young people (5-16 years) and Isolated older people (60 and above) in Aberdeen taking into consideration individual challenges such as, language barriers for those from minority ethnic group, mental and physical health issues and past difficult experiences.
A befriender will be allocated to help our beneficiaries to access and also support them to attend local activities, to become confident, independent and to promote good health and well-being.
Scotland, AB11 5BE
Service Eligibility
Isolated older people aged 60 years +
Isolated and disadvantaged Children aged 5-16
who lives in Aberdeen.
You can refer someone through our online referral form which you may find on each service page on our website
Information for Volunteers
We are very happy to welcome volunteers (befrienders). If you have couple of hours to spare at least every fortnight, we will be happy to have you volunteer with us. You can apply through our website or contact us for Volunteers Application Form.
More InformationAge Groups
Children (0-18), Older Adults (65+)Themes
Ethnic Minority Communities, Mental Health, Refugees/Asylum Seekers, Older PeopleRegions
Country: Scotland
Scottish Regions: Grampian
Other 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