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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 23h

To celebrate befriending week, VHS is pleased to share a member blog from @befriending.co.uk CEO Susan Hunter. Susan's blog highlights the critical role of befriending in health creation through prevention, early intervention, and meaningful social connection. Read it at tinyurl.com/4zbu2c7e

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 20h

To mark our Befriending Week 2025 theme of Collaboration and Partnerships, our CEO Susan shares how organisations across the world are working together for greater social connection.
Read the blog: befriending.co.uk/bw25-international

#BefriendingWeek #WythnosCyfellio

Speech bubble illustration and picture of Susan Hunter. International perspectives on social connection and loneliness

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 23h

Today we're highlighting the incredible work of Sightline, a free telephone befriending service for people who are blind or partially sighted. In their case study, Jacqueline tells us about the joy she gets from their weekly phone calls with Julie.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-sightline
#BefriendingWeek

Jacqueline smiles while chatting on the phone. Text reads: "They say time flies when you're having fun, and it certainly does for our calls." Read the full Sightline case study on our blog. befriending.co.uk/bw

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 1d

Jump into this Sunday read from Rainbow Communities, exploring the power of connection for LGBT+ communities, and how collaboration helps them reach new people, gain insights and give service users a sense of ownership.
befriending.co.uk/bw25-rainbowcommunities
#BefriendingWeek #WythnosCyfeillio

Rainbow Communities - Building strength and belonging through LGBT+ connection

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 1d

Happy Befriending Week! 🥳

Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 1d

Today's featured case study comes from Bright Futures UK. 🌞 The case study shares the story of Melina and her befriender Maddie, whose regular calls provided companionship and consistency while Melina underwent treatment. befriending.co.uk/bw25-brightfuturesuk

#BefriendingWeek #WythnosCyfeillio

We've built a genuine connection. From catching up on her week to being silly and playing together. Read the Bright Futures UK case study on our blog: befriending.co.uk/bw

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 2d

In our new podcast, Victoria chats to Rachel Nixseaman of Deciding Matters about the benefits of collaboration and how to empower people to shape the decisions that impact them. Listen: befriending.co.uk/podcast-deciding-matters

#BefriendingWeek #WythnosCyfeillio

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 2d

It's the first day of #BefriendingWeek and we're kicking the week off with an inspiring case study from members Together Co - the story of Steve and his befriender Peter, who bonded over sharing stories and a love of schnauzers. 🐶 Read more: befriending.co.uk/bw25-togetherco

#BefriendingWeek

Two men smiling, holding coffee. Text reads "I feel happier and more connected knowing I have Peter in my life." Read the full Together Co case study on our blog: befriending.co.uk/bw

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 2d

Befriending Week 2025 is here! From 1 - 7 November, communities will be gathering to celebrate befriending and social connection. We have a fantastic programme lined up - visit the blog to find out what's in store! befriending.co.uk/bw25-launch

#BefriendingWeek #WythnosCyfeillio

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 3d

Our cabin is all dressed up for Befriending Week and looking fabulous! There's still time to book your free spot on the Befriending Week Cable Car Experience. Find out more and register at befriending.co.uk/bw-events

#BefriendingWeek

Front view of Befriending Week cable car

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 3d

Just 1 day left until #BefriendingWeek begins! We can't wait to see how you're celebrating. Make sure you tag us so we can see what you're up to!
befriending.co.uk/bw

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 4d

Are you a volunteer befriender? Join us online for a Being a Befriender session! These one-hour celebration and networking events are a chance to recognise your contribution and meet other befrienders. Book at befriending.co.uk/bw-events

Thursday 6 November, 12:30 or 18:30
#BefriendingWeek

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 4d

Cat, Anna and Kevin chatted about all things communications - marketing, social media and press releases, and our resources and training to support volunteer recruitment and retention. Thank you for the lovely conversation and insight into your work!

Find out more: befriending.co.uk/organisation...

Community Info Source - Befriending Networks

We support people seeking asylum in the city of Glasgow. The majority of our befrienders have lived experience of the UK asylum system and support new arrivals, helping them to access essential…

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 4d

They're currently relaunching their befriending service and have some exciting things planned for Befriending Week to celebrate, including a Wellbeing Walk on 5 November and an info session and lunch on 6 November. Email [email protected] for more details! 🥳

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 4d

Cat had a great time meeting the team at Community InfoSource as part of our #BefriendingWeek Coffee and Collab visits. ☕ Community InfoSource works with marginalised communities in Glasgow, primarily with asylum seekers and refugees, to put their ideas into action and to secure their rights.

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 4d

We're almost there! 2 days until #BefriendingWeek kicks off and we'll be sharing lots of great befriending stories from our members. If you've got a story to share, we'd love to hear from you!
befriending.co.uk/bw

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 5d

It's just 3 days until #BefriendingWeek - stay tuned for loads of great resources, blogs and podcasts coming your way!
befriending.co.uk/bw

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 6d

We have a special allocation for Befriending Networks members (morning and afternoon slots). Get in touch with [email protected] for your special booking link.

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 6d

This Befriending Week, we're delighted to be teaming up with Transport for London to offer a new free event for befriending staff, volunteers and service users, as well as the wider community. Public slots are now open for booking: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-befri...

Free Befriending Week - IFS Cloud Cable Car

Get ready to make friends while enjoying breathtaking views on the IFS Cloud cable car during Befriending Week! 3rd - 7th November 2025

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 6d

It's just 4 days until #BefriendingWeek! If you're looking for some fun activities to celebrate befriending, head to our befriending.co.uk/bw-resources to get everything you need. 🎉

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 7d

Our countdown continues - 5 days until #BefriendingWeek! Visit our website to check out the incredible lineup for our Annual Conference and to book your spot: befriending.co.uk/product/conference-2025

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 8d

It's 6 days until #BefriendingWeek! Head to our website to download decorations, activities and more: befriending.co.uk/bw-resources

Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 10d

Becky loved how the team were so welcoming, and the care everyone has for what they do. She was delighted to hear that one of their service users is interested in becoming a befriender. Thanks so much for a lovely day - have an amazing #BefriendingWeek!
befriending.co.uk/organisation/honeycomb-group

Becky and the Honeycomb Group team holding pledge cards and cakes with Befriending Week cake toppers.

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 10d

Claire, Volunteer Officer at Honeycomb Group, had convened a lovely group of staff and befrienders. The organisation joined Befriending Networks in February 2025 while setting up their befriending project. Becky had a great time chatting about their project and how we can support them.

Becky and the Honeycomb Group chat around a table.

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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 10d

Befriending Week is just around the corner - can you believe our final week of the countdown starts tomorrow? 😀 Our team are visiting members near them for Coffee and Collab visits and today we're sharing some lovely updates from Becky's visit to the Honeycomb Group.

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