Tandridge Community Companions

Community Companions is a Tandridge based befriending scheme offering social connection, companionship and conversational support to older people living in circumstances that cause isolation, which could be due to lack of mobility or rural location.

social connection

conversational support

companionship

Supporting Connection

Tandridge Community Companions is a confidential, non-judgemental, and flexible service usually aimed at offering conversation and connection opportunities.

The scheme is for: 

  • those over 65 years 

  • those who have limited or no support

  • those who have a limited or no social networks 

Volunteer-Driven Support Network

This valued scheme relies on committed volunteers. Referrals to Tandridge Community Companions are from a number of sources, including health and social services, local voluntary sector organisations, friends, family and individuals who are seeking support.

Please support our work

Your donation to Tandridge Community Companions will help provide vital companionship and social support to isolated older adults in our community, ensuring they stay connected and cared for.

I’m interested in volunteering as a Community Companion

Becoming a Community Companion is open to anyone.

  • Do you like to have a chat and listen to others?

  • Do you enjoy company and meeting new people?

  • Do you have an hour a week to spare?

If so, signing up to become a Community Companion could be for you – please contact Louise Garrett on 01883 722593 email befriending@tva.org.uk or click the button below to complete the online form.

I’d like to refer someone to the Tandridge Community Companion Scheme

Everyone values having social connection. Do you know someone who…

  • Gets lonely sometimes?

  • Would enjoy having a weekly visit from a Community Companion?

  • Would like the chance to go out to a café or for a walk?

  • Enjoys having a chat or sharing a hobby or interest?

Tandridge Community Companions could be helpful for them.