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Age UK Dorset Service - Handyperson
Befriending Our befriending service is there to support those who are experiencing loneliness and isolation with regular conversation and company, this service is for those who are living alone, who do not have regular…
Age UK Handy Person
Fully insured and DBS checked. An hourly rate of £25 per hour, with a minimum of 1-hour booking, and £10 per half hour thereafter. Payments can be made by card or cheque and made payable to Age UK NSWD team after the…
Age UK Independent Living - Social Support
Befriending Service (face to face or via telephone): Social Support. The Team of 100+ Befrienders contact you for a chat and talk about the sorts of things you are interested in, or would like to try. We can help you…
Age UK (North, South and West Dorset)
For Older people and their carers. Age UK North, South & West Dorset is an independent local charity which exists to enable older people across rural Dorset to maintain physical and mental wellbeing in later life.…
Bridport and District Good Neighbours Scheme
Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm and Saturday 10am to 12 noon or leave a message A good neighbour service providing help for simple tasks and transport for hospital visiting and appointments, doctors, dentists, opticians,…
Bridport Inner Wheel
Friendship, speakers, and community support Meets monthly at Haddon House, West Bay, to enjoy friendship and listen to speakers. (Source: Bridge Jul/Aug 24)
Cancer Matters Wessex
Cancer Matters Wessex is here for you if you are affected by cancer in Dorset, Hampshire or the Isle of Wight. If you notice changes in your body or have symptoms that worry you, it is important to seek medical advice.…
Dorchester Good Neighbours Scheme (Age UK)
For anyone over 50 and have a small 'one off' task that needs doing, for example changing a light bulb, reaching a high cupboard, re-tuning a TV and much more. A donation of £3.00 is suggested to cover expenses.
Dorset Befriending Service
This service for loneliness was shared with me and may be good to check out You could contact CALM (Campaign to end loneliness):
Home-Start Exeter and East Devon
Facebook page: X: A local family support charity offering personalised support for parents with young children, through trained volunteers. One-to-one befriending and mentoring to families experiencing difficulties.…
Home-Start Wessex
Referral form (as of 9/10/24) Home-Start Referral Form Family Support Groups For parents who are struggling with emotional, physical or mental health needs. We aim to help both children and parents to develop their…
Lyme Regis Community Support
The group has been set up to provide support to the elderly, vulnerable, self-isolating and any others in need during the coronavirus outbreak and beyond. A bank of over 30 volunteers are covering every street in Lyme…
Omega Befriending Service
Omega is a registered charity dedicated to reducing social isolation and loneliness. We offer Chatterbox, a free telephone befriending service and Letterbox, a free penpal befriending service.
People First Dorset Friendship Club
The Friendship Club is a club led by people with learning disabilities, where they come together to make and meet friends in everyday settings such as cafes, pubs, bowling alleys. Activities improve people’s confidence,…
Trip Befriending Service
Ring & Ride <https://tripcta.org/services/trip-ring-ride/> Easy access transport for regular shopping trips and day outings. TRIP Cars <https://tripcta.org/services/trip-cars/> Transportation to medical appointments.…
VCD Virtual Befriending Service
You can register with the Volunteer Centre Dorset to become a befriender and chat to others, or you can chat to someone because you’re feeling lonely.
Volunteer Group
Befriending, shopping, prescriptions etc
Whitchurch Volunteers
Befriending, shopping, prescriptions etc