Befriending Week! - Hear what #BefriendingIs to us

Last week was Befriending Week! To celebrated we collected together some quotes from our staff, volunteers and clients about what #BefriendingIs to us.

Our client Karen says that #BefriendingIs "the highlight of my week". Reminding us exactly why befriending is so important!

Our Quality & Marketing Coordinator Lea says that #BefriendingIs "creating connections & changing lives"

Our Communications and Fundraising Officer Sophie thinks that #BefriendingIs "taking the time for support, listening & empathy in an increasingly isolated world"

One of our Befriending Volunteers Tandy told us that to her #BefriendingIs "Support, Love, Happiness, Acceptance"

To our befriending volunteer Ebony #BefriendingIs "Connection & inclusion"

Another of our clients Linda says that to her #BefriendingIs "the call I really look forward to". Showing the importance of the befriending relationship

Our client Angus told us that to him #BefriendingIs "Everything to me <3" Nothing says more about the importance and value of befriending than this.

To our Managing Director Sheila #BefriendingIs "a friendly, listening ear and letting someone know they are valued."

To our Volunteer Coordinator Jen #BefriendingIs "creating connections that bring people joy and happiness"

To our Operations Manager Shonagh #BefriendingIs “crucial in this climate of unprecedented social isolation and loneliness. When a client tells you their befriending call is the highlight of their week - you know you're making an impact - one call at a time! I love my job <3”