Sometimes a local group is all you need to seek advice, meet new faces, learn a new skill, or simply join in with your community for a sense of belonging.
Our Never Alone programme is designed to provide support for loneliness and other emotional and practical needs plus promote general wellbeing. We have recommendations to local groups who may be able to help you. Finding the right one that meets your needs or interests can be very fulfilling and truly boost your mood.
Friendly, welcoming social groups can be relaxed and informal and offer the chance to chat and build new friendships.
We recommend local social groups and clubs for women and men which provide entertainment, conversation and a range of social activities.
The Pet Loss Support Group provides a safe, compassionate community where grieving pet parents can connect with others who truly understand. We offer free weekly online peer support sessions, every Monday via Zoom. A private online community; invitation only and in-person meetups monthly on a Saturday in Brighton. Whether your loss is recent or some time ago, you don’t have to grieve your beloved pet alone.
Would you like to get stuck in with an arts project or learn a new craft?
There is so much choice when it comes to arts clubs from painting to pottery making. We can help you find the best group for you.
Walking is a popular choice both for relaxation and fitness. If you would like to get outside a little more, it can quickly become an enjoyable activity, and there are many groups in your area who would love you to join them for beautiful country walks.
If you are interested in meeting fellow bookworms, there are reading groups in most towns for friendly discussions and thought-provoking debates. We can help pinpoint the perfect book group for you in your area.
Having a wide choice of groups to pick up an old hobby or start a new one can be a wonderful way to meet new people with a similar interest to you.
We recommend local groups and clubs ranging from chess, bridge, poker, bingo, knitting, to bowls.
Would you like to join an amateur dramatics group or a choir?
Exploring music can be good for the soul. You can join music appreciation classes or join the church choir. Dancing is also a wonderful way to meet new people and have fun.
On the phone, in person at the funeral home or your home, or by video. Whichever suits you best.