Become an ‘activity buddy’
Do you have some spare time? Could you sign up to become ‘activity buddy’ for the lonely and isolated we support, to help them become more physically active? As part of our recruitment drive for volunteers, we’re looking for people who can spare some time to act as a buddy to the individuals we support... Read More
Bond event is fundraising galore for us
Attendees at a James Bond-themed event helped raised £2,300 for us recently (September 2022). The event was organised by We Love Your Office at the Lysses Hotel in Fareham and included a three-course meal, entertainment, raffle and silent auction. Patrick McShee, Managing Director at We Love Your Office, said: “We have held two major events... Read More
Woolston Friendship Club
A weekly friendship club in Woolston in Southampton has been set up to help combat loneliness and bring generations together. The club is run by St Patrick’s Church and St Patrick’s School in partnership with us and runs every Wednesday from 10.15am-11.30am at St Patrick’s Church Hall. Joined forces We are so thrilled to have... Read More
Scott’s volunteering boosted his mental health
Scott Murkin from Southampton is urging other people in the city to volunteer for us after he said doing so helped his mental health. The 29-year-old, who studied at Southampton Solent University and now works for Quilter, has volunteered with us for four years, starting as a befriender and at Covid vaccine clinics during the pandemic.... Read More