Our in-person social befriending programme Silver Friends has already had lots of success bringing people together in County Durham. This year, thanks to a funding boost from Legal & General, it’s now making its way to West Northumberland.
We spoke to Silver Friends Coordinator, Christine Fletcher to find out more about the service.
“Silver Friends has helped so many people over the age of 50 to get out of the house and enjoy themselves. A lot of older people don’t necessarily have work or places to go to. They can go week to week without seeing anybody.
“Silver Friends gives people a chance to open up and have a laugh. They can meet new people and interact which is important for their mental health.
“We started the service in the north of County Durham a few years ago. We go to local community spaces and put on events such as bingo, quizzes. men’s groups and information events for people in the area. We’ll also provide food and cuppas too.
“We’re excited to be able to expand the service in West Northumberland and give even more people the opportunity to make connections and reduce loneliness."
Silver Friends is available for people aged 50+ living in the north of County Durham and West Northumberland.
Upcoming Silver Friends events include:
Market Stall Information Event with 20 organisations
Health, Leisure, Finances,
Tuesday 24 February, 10.15am - 12.15pm
Hexham Community Centre
Wednesday 29 April, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Haltwhistle Hub
Silver Friends Film Club - Forum Cinema Hexham
Monthly on Tuesdays.
Watch a film then enjoy a cuppa in the café afterwards.
Talking Stories at Hexham Library
First Tuesday of every month, 2.00 - 3.30pm
Hexham Library
Men’s Brunch, Haltwhistle - Free
Third Friday of every month, 10.15am – 12.00pm.
Silver Friends Shopping Club - £12
Third Monday of the month (Pick up around 10.00am)
Book your seat with Silver Friends
If you would like to find out more and take part, you can join their Facebook page by searching for ‘Karbon Homes Silver Friends’. You can also get in touch by calling 0191 223 8662 or emailing silver.friends@karbonhomes.co.uk.
Our in-person social befriending programme Silver Friends has already had lots of success bringing people together in County Durham. This year, thanks to a funding boost from Legal & General, it’s now making its way to West Northumberland.
We spoke to Silver Friends Coordinator, Christine Fletcher to find out more about the service.
“Silver Friends has helped so many people over the age of 50 to get out of the house and enjoy themselves. A lot of older people don’t necessarily have work or places to go to. They can go week to week without seeing anybody.
“Silver Friends gives people a chance to open up and have a laugh. They can meet new people and interact which is important for their mental health.
“We started the service in the north of County Durham a few years ago. We go to local community spaces and put on events such as bingo, quizzes. men’s groups and information events for people in the area. We’ll also provide food and cuppas too.
“We’re excited to be able to expand the service in West Northumberland and give even more people the opportunity to make connections and reduce loneliness."
Silver Friends is available for people aged 50+ living in the north of County Durham and West Northumberland.
Upcoming Silver Friends events include:
Market Stall Information Event with 20 organisations
Health, Leisure, Finances,
Tuesday 24 February, 10.15am - 12.15pm
Hexham Community Centre
Wednesday 29 April, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Haltwhistle Hub
Silver Friends Film Club - Forum Cinema Hexham
Monthly on Tuesdays.
Watch a film then enjoy a cuppa in the café afterwards.
Talking Stories at Hexham Library
First Tuesday of every month, 2.00 - 3.30pm
Hexham Library
Men’s Brunch, Haltwhistle - Free
Third Friday of every month, 10.15am – 12.00pm.
Silver Friends Shopping Club - £12
Third Monday of the month (Pick up around 10.00am)
Book your seat with Silver Friends
If you would like to find out more and take part, you can join their Facebook page by searching for ‘Karbon Homes Silver Friends’. You can also get in touch by calling 0191 223 8662 or emailing silver.friends@karbonhomes.co.uk.
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