
The befriending scheme offers companionship for older people who are unable to get out of the home.
What is a Volunteer Befriender?
Volunteer Befriending is a weekly or fortnightly one hour visit by a volunteer to an older person in their home for conversation.
Who can receive a Befriender?
A person aged 60+ who is a member of BIEWA and is feeling isolated but will find it difficult to attend a group activity.
How does someone get a Befriender?
You may contact the Belle Isle office on 0113 2772808 to request a befriender
OR you can ask someone to contact us on your behalf