To start your #CarersWeek join our research event on Monday 10th June at 10:30. Hear from Professor Maria & Professor Jane as they present from Centre for Research on Ageing Ageing Southampton helping attendees to understand, support and work with carers. More info:…

Scotland has a new First Minister, we are joining with our sector partners to ask that John Swinney brings back a named Minister for Older People when he forms his government.

We are delighted to present our new Befriending Networks Strategic Plan 2024-2029.

The plan sets out our vision to support & deliver for our members across the country, showcasing how #befriending changes lives & strengthens communities.

Read more: bit.ly/3UvZ5sn

New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an existing member looking for a refresher on the benefits of being part of our Network? Either way, this session is for you!

Book now: tinyurl.com/57rvczfs

Help us design our national conference and AGM for November. We're calling on our members to share their hopes, wants and needs. Join our conference steering group - register your interest and your availability to participate here forms.office.com/e/i4E1wtFRfY
*Closing date is June…

🌍 Does your project provide befriending for refugees and asylum seekers?

Join our informal networking session to discuss ideas, ask questions and share best practices.

Book now: tinyurl.com/ynhcuwju

#Befriending #RefugeesWelcome #AsylumSeeker

☕A service user or volunteer may need support through loss, whether this is loss of life, independence, or the loss of project funding.

This course is here to help you handle bereavement and the difficulties and barriers it may present.

Book now: tinyurl.com/y5hw4jh2

🛑A strong risk management procedure helps to protect all involved in your project.

Join our Risk Management Vital Skills session to establish a physically and mentally safe community project.

Book now: tinyurl.com/bdhstz5x

🥳 A big congratulations to Aberlour Children's Charity , who have achieved the Quality in Befriending Award.

It's a recognition of your hard work and commitment. Well done! 👏

Find out more about the Quality in Befriending Award at bit.ly/456hIXs

Befriending Networks at the The ALLIANCE conference #befriending

Glad to be at the The ALLIANCE conference 2024

🌍 Does your project provide befriending for refugees and asylum seekers?

Join our informal networking session to discuss ideas, ask questions and share best practices.

Book now: tinyurl.com/ynhcuwju

#Befriending #RefugeesWelcome #AsylumSeeker

💚 Join us during #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek to discuss how to support mental wellbeing in befriending projects.

We'll cover how volunteers and staff can be supported to care for their wellbeing, as well as the wellbeing of service users.

Book now: tinyurl.com/mwrnate8

🧔🏻👩🏽 How do we keep our volunteers?

Join our Topical Training to discuss what steps can be taken to create a positive, supportive environment. You'll also gain access to our 15-page resource to support volunteer retention.

Book now: tinyurl.com/44c3tpv6

#CharityTraining

This week, Befriending Networks have been a guest speaker at Mind in Harrogate Volunteer Forum and Linking Lives UK coordinator gathering. Are you looking for some input on good practice? Guidance on being a befriender or running a project? You can enquire about guest speaker…

🧒🏽👩🏻‍🦰👩🏽‍🦳👴🏻 Intergenerational Week is a chance to celebrate the power of intergenerational connections.

Hear from two of our Welsh members creating befriending matches of different ages to help fight loneliness: bit.ly/3xSxzhf

Age Cymru Agecymrupowys #GIW24

🛑A strong risk management procedure helps to protect all involved in your project.

Join our Risk Management Vital Skills session to establish a physically and mentally safe community project.

Book now: tinyurl.com/bdhstz5x

‍🤝‍Collaborative projects can help to strengthen your team and its outputs.

Join our Topical Training to discuss, learn and access our resources designed to assist collaborative success.

Book now: tinyurl.com/2y7bsprw

#CharityTraining #CollaborativeWorking #ThirdSector

📫Are you struggling with inappropriate referrals to your service?

Join our Topical Training and learn how to navigate and safeguard your project by communicating clear criteria and knowing when to say no.

Book now: tinyurl.com/3azdmynf

#CharityTraining #Befriending