Re-engage Call Companions
Free regular friendship calls for older people who are lonely or isolated.
Loneliness can feel heavy, especially when days are quiet or support feels far away. Regular conversation and connection can be a gentle reminder that you still matter to others.
About this service
Re-engage Call Companions is provided by Re-engage for people in Edinburgh. Free regular friendship calls for older people who are lonely or isolated. A volunteer calls the same older person regularly for relaxed conversation and connection. The service is designed to build trust over time and offer a dependable social link when someone might otherwise feel cut off. It may be especially helpful for older people aged 75+ who are lonely, isolated or would benefit from regular companionship.. Support is mainly offered by phone. People can usually contact the service directly to ask what help is available and how to get started. If you are unsure whether it is the right fit, the service can explain what it offers, who it is for and what the next step may look like.
How they can help you
A volunteer calls the same older person regularly for relaxed conversation and connection. The service is designed to build trust over time and offer a dependable social link when someone might otherwise feel cut off.
Who it's for
Older people aged 75+ who are lonely, isolated or would benefit from regular companionship.
Eligibility
Older people aged 75 and over who would benefit from companionship.
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Older people aged 75 and over who would benefit from companionship.
- How support is available
- Phone support
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
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