Relieving Loneliness: Community Connections

• Overcome the barriers of isolation & loneliness

• Share the company of others

• Talk to someone

• Pursue interests & activities in the local community

• Maintain independence and gain information, enabling clients to stay at home for longer

The person needing help, their relatives, carers, health or social service professionals, GP, etc. 

A support worker will be allocated to the client and a full assessment of need will be undertaken. Support will be given over the phone and, if required, face to face. We will work within our Covid risk assessments to ensure the safety of our clients and staff.

The aim during that 12 week period is to integrate them back into the community either through another service provided by Age UK Bournemouth, Poole and East Dorset or a service/activity of their choice. However, it may not always be possible to achieve this within the 12 week period, particularly if the client has complex mental health issues. For those clients needing extra support the 12 weeks can be extended, but this will be agreed with the client and support worker to see if it is appropriate.

This service is funded by BCP Council in the Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch area.

For further details or to make a referral please contact us via phone or email at 01202 530530 or enquiries@ageukbped.org.uk

For further details or to make a referral please contact us via phone or email at 01202 530530 or enquiries@ageukbped.org.uk