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Befrienders provide:
- Companionship for lonely, older people
- Support to participate in social activities
- Opportunities to build confidence and self esteem
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What are the benefits of befriending?
- Developing a wider social network
- Engagement with the local community
- Increased physical activity
- Improved mental health and wellbeing
The service we offer
- Face to face befriending in your own home or in a community setting
- Telephone Befriending
- Weekly video calls
- Letter / email correspondence
- Digital online befriending groups
- Support to attend local groups or activities
Do you know someone who would benefit from this service?
Call 01597 822 191 for an informal chat or email pbs(at)pavo.org.uk