CORONAVIRUS UPDATE 26.06.2020
Bassetlaw Action Centre remains closed until further notice, however we are now able to offer a Volunteer Shopping Service to those in need of essential shopping. Our Community Car Scheme is now starting to take bookings and Home Support cleaning services will resume from 1st July 2020. Please call for more details Telephone: 01777 709650.

Our staff continue to offer telephone consultations and support.
Staying Well Courses and Minibus trips are postponed until further notice.

Bassetlaw Action Centre is a community resource agency offering help and support to individuals and organisations throughout Bassetlaw; promoting the independence of older and vulnerable people and supporting individuals with long term conditions.

Opening times: Mon- Fri 09:00am - 13:00pm (outside these hours an answerphone service is available).

COVID19 - update, 16th July 2020 - Telephone safe and well checks, shopping and meds collection if volunteers are available. 

Still no face to face activity. Safe and well telephone calls and assistant shopping only.

Bassetlaw Hospital Discharge Scheme operates in Bassetlaw district for anyone aged 50 or over on hospital discharge and helps them to quickly regain their independence and confidence.

The patients will be visited on the ward before discharge and matched with a volunteer.  Services offered include:

• Preparing the home for return
• Assisting with visits to outpatients' appointments, shopping, collecting prescriptions and social activities
• Signposting to other service benefit checks, home safety, community transport and other community services.

All volunteers are trained and DBS checked, and will provide support for six  to eight weeks.

Opening times

Monday:    9 - 5pm

Tuesday:    9 - 5pm

Wednesday:    9 - 5pm

Thursday:    9 - 5pm

Friday:    9 - 5pm

COVID19 update 20th July 2020 - this service is running as normal - telephone service.

A free service where a trained volunteer can give you a friendly call once a week to discuss anything you want to from the weather to your favourite subject at a time to suit you. For 0ver 60s who are lonely and isolated. 

COVID19 update 17th August 2020 - We have information on shopping, health and wellbeing and finances available.

“Carers Federation is complying with all Government guidance regarding staff working safely and remaining COVID 19 vigilant.”

Please visit https://www.carersfederation.co.uk/covid-19-info-support/ for full details

The Carers Federation delivers a wide range of specialist information and support services, from small local arrangements to a very large national contract with the Department of Health.

We currently offer: 
• Young carer support
• Adult carer support
• Black and ethnic minority carer support
• Drug and alcohol misuse support
• Counselling
• Local Involvement Networks (LINks)
• Independent Complaints Advocacy Service (ICAS) 
• Research
• Mentoring

Covid -19- advice available under the GET ADVICE heading on the website:  http://www.independentage.org/                                                                                                                        Provides information and advice service for older people, their families and caers, focusing on social care, welfare benefits and befriending services. This is integrated wih local support, includin one to one and group befriending schemes.

Befriending the elderly in the community. Providing emotional and practical support for older people living in their own homes, especially those who live alone. 

COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - for details please call 01302 812345

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/ Our free national advice line and local advice helps hundreds of thousands of people every year.

Age UK Doncaster provides services including homecare, cleaning services, day services, home and garden services and a home from hospital service.

Age UK Doncaster can also offer information and advice on a range of issues including money, housing, health and social care etc.

COVID19 update

July 4th saw some of the restrictions in our lives lifting. During July our staff will be working from our Worksop, Newark, Mansfield and Eastwood venues although these still remain closed to the public.

If you need to speak to a member of our team our central phone number 0800 470 0203 is still available and messages can be left for any of our team.

Our District Community Recovery Coaches are available on –
Marie Smith (Mansfield and Ashfield) 07852 451959 or marierc@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk
Christy Worthington (Eastwood) 07843 597876 or christyrc@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk
Sarah Carter (Bassetlaw) 07398 073844 or sarahrc@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk

Resilience and Stabilisation service Lead Heidi Cotton can be contacted on 07458 302608 or randslead@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk

Our Promotions and Partnerships Lead Shelly Gascoigne can be contacted on 07458 301834 or partnershipsandpromotions@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk

Counselling enquiries are dealt with by Teela Savoury on 07458 301506 or communications@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk

Administrative and general enquiries are dealt with by Julie Levers on 07930 359048 or admin@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk

Across the Nottinghamshire area we support people with mental health problems and their carers.

Professional and self-referrals  are accepted depending on the services required.

Office Opening Hours: 9am – 4pm Monday – Friday

COVID19 - currently doing telephone support to members as well as collecting any click and collect shopping that members can't get themselves and medication collection too. Sending members some activity packs and information. Support for those that have been bereaved. Considering future digital zoom talks in case something like COVID happens again. Looking T introducing 1 - 1 support when able to visit own homes and outside group support.

We are constantly reviewing the guidance coming out from Government about what this means for our residents and their relatives, members and volunteers. Please be assured we are taking the necessary measures to ensure colleagues, residents, members and volunteers are not put at any unnecessary risk. 

We have coordinated a phased approach to re-introducing visitors to our care homes and retirement living in England, Scotland and Wales. Where a home or scheme has an active outbreak, or is in a location experiencing a regional lockdown it will remain closed to visitors until Public Health advise that they are able to open again. 

If there is a regional lockdown in place, you will not be able to visit loved ones. Please follow local information and if you are unsure please contact the home for more information. In these cases, the end of an outbreak will be defined when Public Health declare the local lockdown is over. This is to account for national differences and changing guidance.

Through befriending, lunch clubs, assisted shopping, activity and friendship sessions, outings, escorts to appointments and much more, MHA's Live at Home schemes across the UK help to tackle loneliness and isolation in people over 55 – helping them to lead fulfilled lives and remain as active members in their local communities. The scheme's activities programme is designed and led by its members and volunteers to ensure that we are providing the practical and social support which those we serve need. Provides emotional support for older people, practical support for older, vulnerable people, enhancing their quality of life and prolonging their independence for as long as possible.

Luncheon Club & Games

Mon 12pm-3pm

Lunch Club

Tues 12pm-1.30pm

Coffee Morning/Bingo

Thurs 10.30am-1.30pm

Lunch Club & Bingo

Wed at Rayton Spur Community Centre 12pm-3pm

Lunch Club

Last Fri of every month at Thievesdale Lane Community centre 11.30am-2.30pm

Volunteering

We are always keen to hear from kind, compassionate people who are able to volunteer some of their time to help us deliver and develop our services. If you have time to spare to help enhance the lives of local older people, please visit the Live at Home Volunteering page to find out more. 

Opening Times: Mon – Thurs 8.30am-4.40pm Fri – 9-4pm

Rotherham Heroes Volunteer Programme

26th March 2020

We are aware that many residents will want to help by supporting their neighbours or others who may be in self-isolation, and that there will be residents in need of help with some tasks who will not be sure who they can turn to. We are working together with Rotherham Council and the Rotherham Together Partnership to help support and coordinate this activity.

ROTHERHAM HEROES VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME

The Rotherham Heroes Volunteer Programme is a borough-wide volunteer programme, co-ordinated by the Rotherham Community Hub to help vulnerable people across Rotherham during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

The Rotherham Community Hub includes Rotherham Council, Voluntary Action Rotherham and other community partners.

WHO CAN SIGN UP?

We want to hear from people who wish to volunteer, and businesses and community groups that can offer help in the coming weeks and months.

We particularly want to hear from community groups and volunteers who can offer help with:

• shopping for essentials
• tackling loneliness
• prescription collection
• pet care / dog walking
• advice and signposting to support services.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

• If you are a volunteer we will match you with a community group who will contact you soon.
• If you are a business willing to help we will link you into the local community organisations in your neighbourhood. We will respond as quickly as we can. We will respond as quickly as we can. Response times will be dependent on the number of enquiries we receive.
• If you are a representative of a community group we will add you to our database, match you with potential volunteers and provide you with the details of anyone who contacts us requesting support.

Please note, we are currently only asking for volunteers to register. Further details on how residents can request help will be available soon.

STAYING SAFE

We want volunteers and neighbours to be safe whilst you help one another out during this uncertain time. We will be providing guidance on this shortly. In the meantime, please refer to the information below on ‘Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones’.

Sign up to the Rotherham Heroes Volunteer Programme

VOLUNTEER TOOLKIT

An information pack has been designed for community organisations and other partners to help us spread the word and get involved in this vital volunteer programme.

Volunteer Toolkit

Voluntary Action Rotherham provide a comprehensive range of specialist support services to meet your needs: Community Accountancy, DBS Checking Service, Funding  and organisational Support, Human Resources, Meeting Room Hire, Office Accommodation, Online Directory, Payroll, Photocopying, Social Prescribing Service, Training Courses

There are a number of ways you can get involved in Volunteering. Either come along for an appointment or apply online. Come along to speak to one of our advisors who will be able to explain what it is all about.

COVID19 UPDATE: OFFICE CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

For meals at home or urgent matters during this time please call and leave a message and we will get back to you. 07871 730197

ACNA Community Centre is committed to the advancement and development of the African Caribbean community in Nottingham through the provision of learning and holistic services to individuals and organisations that support the community.

The centre serves as a focal point for the African Caribbean community to learn, grow and celebrate the best in their culture.

DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS THE COMMUNITY CENTRE IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Keep fit 2nd and 4th Monday 9.45am-11.45am

Contact Mrs Fern 01909 569639

Movement to music (over 60's)

Wednesday 2.30pm-4.00pm

Important COVID19 notice

Many of our facilities are now open. The Woodland Play Area, Discovery Centre, and the Garden Team House remain closed. It's essential you book your visit in advance. Check What's On to book. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking.

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/reopening-and-coronavirus-faqs

Please copy and paste the link above for further information about our facilities and groups before travelling.

Fee to park applies.

Phone to confirm the next dates.

10am at the Clock Tower in the main visitor facilities.

All information on the website. Walks are once a month.

£36 National Trust membership optional.

COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - all current and past clients have been contacted by telephone and will continue to be contaced during the pandamic to check on their welfare.

Luncheon Club:

• Every Tuesday (except Christmas week)
• 10.30am - 2.30pm
• 2 course hot meal provided by County Enterprise Foods
• Held at the Harworth Methodist Church, Waterslack Road, Bircotes.
• Please contact the Secretary in advance of attendance to secure your place.

Coffee Shop

• Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
• 8.45am - 12.30pm
• Community centre, Devonshire Road, Harworth

Other services and meetings

Age Concern Harworth & Bircotes are able to offer:

• Signposting to other local services and organisations
• Day coach trips, for our Coffee Shop and Luncheon Club Clients, with a meal (where possible).

2nd Tuesday on each month. Table top games, knit and natter, nostalgia corner, crafts and good old fashioned chat.

Regular Events

Monday, 10 am – 12noon   Coffee Morning
Tuesday, 6 pm – 7 pm   Boys’ Brigade
Wednesday, 6.15 pm – 7.15 pm   Brownies
Thursday, 5.30 pm – 6.30 pm   Rainbows
Thursday, 7 pm – 8.30 pm   Guides

Vintage Cinema - free event with refreshments. Contact John 01909 730155.

CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS

NHS Volunteer Responders offers help to people in need of support or who are avoiding public places during the COVID-19 pandemic. Call 0808 196 3646 (8am to 8pm)

“The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) supports older people in their own homes by giving time and practical help them get the best from life.

They provide specialist services locally, tailoring them to meet their individual needs with friendly local volunteers. These services range from support at home to social activities within the community.

-          Home Library Service: where we deliver books from the library to your house.

-          Home From Hospital Service: where we support you with practical help for six weeks after a stay in a medical setting.

-          Good Neighbours Scheme: a longer term support system to our Home From Hospital Service

-          Signposting: we help you find the support you need locally

DUE TO COVID19 PLEASE CALL THE CENTRE FOR LATEST UPDATES ON TIMES AND ACTIVITIES

The Old Library, Memorial Avenue, Worksop S80 2BP

The Aurora Wellbeing Centre Worksop 01909 470985

Offer services for people with a diagnosis of cancer or long term conditions. Provides advice information and support. Drop in support group Macmillan information hub.

Gentle gym sessions Pilates and Yoga.
Beauty and Holistic treatments.
Cancer patients are entitled to 6 free treatments. Carers are entitled to 2 free treatments.
Support group 1st and 3rd Friday of the month

COVID19 Update 24th August, tea parties suspeneded for the time being - call companian service (telephone befriending) in operation. Referrals can be made via https://www.reengage.org.uk/contact/

Once a month, normally on a Sunday afternoon, each older guest is collected from their home by a volunteer driver and taken to a volunteer's host home where they join a small group for tea, talk and companionship. The group is warmly welcomed by a different host each month, but the charity drivers and older guests remain the same. This means that over the months and years, acquaintances turn into friends and loneliness is replaced by companionship.

We're here to help you through COVID19!

If you or an older person you know are struggling in this pandemic, our Welfare Service are here to help. We can help with shopping, medication collection and daily phone calls. Give us a call on the number below or email info@ageuknotts.org.uk

Do you need support because you are self-isolating? Would you like someone to chat to (over the phone) or someone to pick up shopping or medicine?

Age UK Notts are here to help. Our staff and volunteers are here to help older people in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire who have no one else to rely on during this pandemic.

We can help with:

• Shopping for essential items
• Prescription collection
• Daily support call to help maintain social contact

If you or a loved one need support with any of the above, please contact our team on 0115 844 0011or email info@ageuknotts.org.uk.

Please note: at this time we are receiving a large number of calls, so there may be a delay in getting back to you. Please leave a message and we will get back to as soon as we can.

We offer a trained volunteer visiting service providing support for isolated and lonely military veterans and their dependents aged 60 and over. We aim to provide short term support to enable older veterans and their dependents to reconnect with social networks and help overcome the problems of loneliness.

• Designated trained volunteer, mainly from a forces or Royal British Legion background
• One-to-one home visits to provide companionship and social support
• Trips into the wider community if desired

Help to access other services through Age UK Notts and Royal British Legion.

North Nottinghamshire - the districts of Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark & Sherwood and Bassetlaw.

This service is provided completely free of charge.

A friendly atmosphere where you can come and discuss your health in an informal and relaxed way.  Our main aim is to try and maintain positive attitudes towards depression and anxiety and to share ways and things that help us. In our group we chat about the problems we may face on a daily basis such as relationships with friends and family, the stigma of illness, finding and maintaining employment and the effects of medication.  You are welcome to being a relative, friend or carer with you if you prefer not to come alone.  Tea and coffee are available at a small charge.

Held every Tuesday, 1.30pm-3.30pm at Bassetlaw Museum, Grove Street, Retford, DN22 6LD

COVID19 update 20th August 2020 - Unfortunately due to COVID19 all our community groups are now currently on hold until further notice. Many apologies we do understand this can be a very isolating time. Please contact us if you have any questions or need support.  Visit https://www.cisfauk.com/ for full information.

https://m.facebook.com/cisfauk1/

To ensure all adults and teens with chronic illness have a safe environment to express how they feel and are made to feel supported and understood. To provide ongoing support both online and in the community without prejudice. To be exactly what it says in our title

Are you in the Nottinghamshire, Cheshire or Manchester area?
Could you volunteer a spare afternoon or evening or anytime at all?
CISFA is desperately looking for volunteers to help with carboot sales, craft fairs and support groups. Have a laugh whilst meeting new people.
Are you a crafter or have a talent ? We are also looking for donations for craft stalls and care packs. If you can help, phone or email at cisfauk@gmail.com

COVID UPDATE: PLEASE VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR DETAILS OF HOW TO GET IN TOUCH IF YOU REQUIRE COUNSELLING.

We offer 121 counselling service for children aged 14 and over and adults with no upper age cap.

Our service is low cost and free in exceptional circumstances.

We are a team of 17 counsellors.

All BACP registered.

We have just celebrated our 5 birthday.

We deliver our service across Ashfield and Mansfield in GP surgeries, schools and community centres. 

Sessions cost £10 or free for those in severe cases of low/no income.

Meetings: Tuesdays 3.30pm in Mansfield Library.
121 counselling sessions across the district in several community venues.

Find us on Facebook at : https://www.facebook.com/counsellinginmansfieldforchildrenyoungpeopleadults/about/

COVID19 update, 29th July 2020 - no drop in sessions at the moment but face to face visits have resumed.

For anyone feeling isolated, vulnerable or lonely in their own home. Short term support in the following areas-:
Physical & mental health-Keeping active, support to maintain contacts with family & friends, preventing falls, support to manage long term health conditions
Finances- Supporting to budget, benefits applications, advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney 
Social interaction-Support to find local activities, clubs & leisure

Housing Support to maintain tenancy, housing applications, support to move house, Home Safety-Support with aids & adaptions, repairs, gardening
Maintaining independence to improve self confidence.

Drop In Details: Monday: 1 - 4 Sandy Lane, Partnership House ( Worksop ) - 11am - 4pm

Friday 11.00 - 4.00 Goodwin Hall, Retford

COVID19 update 24th August 2020 - 

With the Government advising the public to avoid non-essential travel following the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), we are asking that visitors do not attend any of our treatment centres. This includes veterans, who will receive their treatment and support off-site.

Our 24-hour Helpline 0800 138 1619 will remain open to provide confidential advice and support to veterans and their families.

Self-Help guides and tools for veterans during this difficult time are now available on our website.

>> CLICK for COVID-19 Self-Help guides.

Treats conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety disorders.  Services are free of charge to the Veteran, and provides a dedicated service for Veterans whose mental health condition is often complex and long term.

If you're a veteran worried about your mental health, we can help.

Here are some symptoms you may recognise if you've had traumatic experiences:

• Work-related or relationship problems
• Feeling numb and empty
• Feeling suicidal
• Self harm and self-destructive tendencies
• Avoidance of people and places
• Panic attacks/anxiety/depression/mood swings
• Feeling isolated
• Frequent periods of withdrawal into oneself
• Nightmares/flashbacks/insomnia
• Anger or aggressive behaviour
• Feeling distrustful and suspicious/blaming others
• Misuse of alcohol/drugs/gambling and/or food
• Seeking out high-risk/dangerous pursuits.

Our life-changing treatment is on hand for you.

Visit our website for more information www.combatstress.org.uk

If you’re currently serving or have served in the UK Armed Forces, you can call our 24-hour mental health helpline. If you’re a family member or carer worried about the mental health of a loved one, or need to talk to someone yourself, you can call the helpline too.

The helpline is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 

Veterans and their families can call 0800 138 1619.

Serving personnel and their families can call 0800 323 4444.

You can also text on 07537 404719 and email helpline@combatstress.org.uk standard charges may apply for texts, please check with your provider.

Combat Stress and our helpline are not crisis services.  If you are in an emergency situation, and need urgent support please call the emergency services via 999 or the Samaritans via 116 123.

Covid -19 update- Closed until further notice. Will be reviewed April 2021             

                                                                                                                                                                                        Accessible transport can usually be provided by the scheme if necessary. All meals are freshly cooked on the premises and consist of three courses. Aimed at people over 60 who live in their own homes, to promote independent living.  

Held weekly on Wednesday's from 12.00pm-2.30pm. £5.50 for 3 course meal and drinks. 

Referrals only. Please contact Elaine prior to attending.

Also have activities session.

NCC Customer Service Centre can arrange for the person you are caring for to have an assessment.

Call 0300 500 80 80

Monday - Friday 08.00 am - 8.00pm

Or you can email them directly Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk

Visit the NCC Website: http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/

IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF BASSETLAW RESIDENTS THROUGH SUPPORTED
ACCESS AND NAVIGATION INTO LOCAL SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS

The Community Advisor is a specialist with a wealth of knowledge and experience about services across Bassetlaw, helping individuals to access non-medical support services from voluntary organisations and community groups.  

Anyone over the age of 16 who is registered with a Bassetlaw GP can access this service.
You can ask at your GP Reception when the Community Advisor will be visiting your local surgery or contact us directly here at BCVS.
The Community Advisor will discuss with the individual how one of the many voluntary or community services may help them improve their health and wellbeing alongside any existing medical treatment.

The Community Advisor can help you to:

•  Identify groups which may offer additional support to help you understand and manage your medical condition
• Access community social groups by giving you a named contact and specific group information 
• Access benefits, debt and welfare advice
• Address loneliness and isolation issues by encouraging participation with local activity group
• Access information and advice on a wide range of services for the whole family

Your Community Advisor will be able to identify suitable support options and they will afford the time to find contact details of the leaders of groups and services to make the access as smooth as possible.

There are several ways to make contact with the Community Advisor:

You can ring the Community Advisor direct for telephone advice. Available Monday to Friday on 01909 476118 Ext 24.

DUE TO COVID19 PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE AND FOLLOW APPROPRIATE LINKS FOR INFORMATION REGARDING HOW TO GET IN TOUCH.

By joining the Veterans Together Network we can help you to get involved with projects and activities in your local community. For instance cookery classes, music sessions, gardening and art/history projects where you can create something, commemorate your time in the Armed Forces and share your story with others. You will also get the opportunity to join our existing well-being groups, develop your own or be sign-posted to community organisations that will meet your needs and open up your social circle.

Supporting armed forces

The County Council is a proud supporter of armed forces in Nottinghamshire. We have a long standing relationship with the local regular and reserve units, as well as the veterans and cadets.

We also bring together councillors, officers and representatives from the armed forces and military civilians charities to work on activities and issues.

This is led by Councillor Keith Girling who is the Armed Forces Champion.  

"We should never forget the sacrifice and commitment shown by the men and women who serve and have served the nation, we are committed to supporting the whole armed forces community," Councillor Girling said. 

Our support for armed forces includes:

• Armed Forces Covenant Strategy and Action Plan
• Nottinghamshire Community Covenant
• Veterans Information Network Nottinghamshire
• Veterans Together Network.

Groups held in:

Beeston

Canalside Heritage Centre
Weir Cottages
Canal Side
Beeston
Nottingham
NG9 1LZ

Every Thursday between 11.30am to 1.30pm.

Mansfield

• women's drop-in group  - Tuesday afternoons 3.30pm to 5pm
• men's drop-in group  - Thursday afternoons 3.30pm to 5pm.

William Kaye Hall
Ladybrook Community Centre
Ladybrook Lane
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5JJ

Netherfield

Loco Centre
139A Victoria Way
Netherfield
NG4 2PD
Every Wednesday 10.30am to 12.30pm

Thers time to chat, time to play & time to sing. Lots of Music & Fun

Everyone welcome

Every Thursday 1.00pm - 3.00 pm at The Well, North Road, Retford,

£4 pp - 1 child - Carer Free

Free refreshments

Right now, there are RAF veterans near you who are lonely and isolated. As a volunteer, you could step in to change that. It won’t take much of your time and it’s a great way to use your skills, give something back and feel good. 

This directory is maintained and operated by Nottinghamshire County Council.

If you need help using this directory or would like to contact us for more information, please get in touch with one of our friendly advisors using the details below:

Telephone: 0300 500 80 80

CSC minicom: 01623 434993

Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk

We are open Monday – Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm.

If your query is specifically around SEND, please email local.offer@nottscc.gov.uk.

If your query is specifically for Supported Self Care, please call 0300 303 2600 or email selfcarehub@selfhelp.org.uk.

Monday Mornings - all morning - 10am onwards. Contact Richard Hylton-Mais 07832 222480

COVID19 -  Men's group has continuted through lockdown by means of Zoom meetings. One 2 One sessions available.

A free service of a telephone call once a week or fortnight of around 20-30 minutes. Provides friendship and a listening ear.

COVID UPDATE

We are living through different and difficult times due to the COVID-19 virus, below are some agencies across the county and in Chesterfield who are offering support services to those who need help because they have been told to stay in due to health issues or are self-isolating. 

If you need help with the collection of prescription or shopping contact:-

Organisations that will offer support:-

​Age Concern Chesterfield and District
01246 273333
Telephone Befriending Service
Email enquiries@ageconcernchesterfield.co.uk

Age UK Derby and Derbyshire

Head Office phone number:
01773 766922

Information and Advice phone number:
01773 768240
Email: administration@ageukdd.org.uk

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Telephone Befriending Service

The Telephone Befriending Service is a community based telephone befriending & support service which provides a link to a trained volunteer up to three times a week.

​This FREE service is for Older People who are socially isolated or lonely.

The Befriending Service Line offers a friendly chat with someone who can summon help if it is required. Wherever possible we link service users with volunteers who share similar interests in the hope friendships can be formed.​

The Telephone Befriending Service can also be a way of helping an Older Person in a crisis e.g. someone recently bereaved, feeling depressed and unsure about the future, by giving emotional support during our The Telephone Befriending Service involvement.

We have achieved the National Council Voluntary Organisations Mentoring & Befriending Approved Provider Standard Award.

What is active age?

Active Age is a community based befriending service. It is for anyone who is over 55 and will enable them to access and attend local groups and activities in their area to help them to explore old or new interests and form new friendships within their own community.

Loneliness can have a significant impact on a person’s wellbeing and is often associated with later life.  As you get older it’s common to find that your social circle starts to shrink.

Loneliness can have a devastating impact on our lives and can be a significant cause of depression, impact on physical health and also dementia.  There are however ways we can make sure we stay connected with the people in our communities around us as we get older.

Loneliness and isolation does not just affect people who live alone

This FREE service is for older people who are socially isolated or lonely but not necessarily living alone.

It covers the areas of Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire and Bolsover.

COVID UPDATE CURRENTLY FACE TO FACE BEFRIENDING IS SUSPENDED.

Befriending and telephone befriending. Face to face befriending. Each person will be visited by a timebanker up to 6 times and in that time will find out about interests and match to similar people. 

CURRENTLY SUSPENDED UNTIL AT LEAST 2021 DUE TO COVID.

Held monthly on the last Friday of the month. 

12.00pm-2.30pm.

Referral only. Please contact Elaine prior to attending.

£5.50 - buffet and desserts.

Door to door travel from home to the venue from £4.60