Befriending

The Befriending service provides personalised companionship and one-to-one support. This can include emotional support, coping skills, new ideas and working towards goals.

The support can either be at home or during outings an activities including:

• support to continue hobbies and personal interests
• support to participate in leisure and social activities
• support to carry out regular activities such as shopping
• general companionship.

Where can I access organisations providing befriending services?

The following organisations provide befriending services:

• Action for Children
• Derventio
• NACRO
• The Enthusiasm
• YMCA Derby