Social welfare Charities That specialise in Loneliness

DFYC, open to all young without discrimination, supports socially excluded young people in Bermondsey and around, enabling them to fulfil their potential through a structured and varied programme of activities, which the staff actively supervise and join in during all sessions. Based on Christian principles, young people discover meaning to their lives and contribute to their local communities.

To promote social inclusion for the public benefit by working with people in Wales who are socially excluded on the grounds of their ethnic origin, age, disability, ill health, poverty and other personal circumstances, in particular members of the Chinese community, to relieve the needs of such people and assist them to integrate into society.

Fresh Visions aims to support children and young adults who face extreme disadvantage as a result of poverty, domestic abuse, lack of education and social exclusion. We emphasise activities in neighbourhoods and communities where we have a role to play (Stockwell, Croydon, South London, Sheppey, Swale, Hastings and Sidley Sussex.

Warrington Speak Up is an independent advocacy organisation actively promoting social inclusion, equality and social justice. Through the delivery of quality advocacy services, including statutory & non statutory issue based advocacy, self and group advocacy, projects and consultation we aim to strengthen the voice of Warrington residents who face discrimination, disadvantage and social isolation.

Provision of transport to those residents of Calderdale and Kirklees who cannot access alternatives for reasons of disability (mental & physical), ill health, old age, geographical isolation, poverty or social exclusion.

- day opportunities at 2 day centres in Sheerness and Leysdown, including transport, light breakfast, a freshly cooked lunch and activities - trips and outings, included escorted shopping every week and day trips throughout the year - information and advice service - meals on wheels and support at home - volunteer befriending service - chiropody- COGs club

BIGKID exists to equip young people at risk of social exclusion and youth violence to take control of their lives, find, develop and act on their own potential. We believe that behind every kid is something BIG and that with the right support we can put an end to youth violence and school exclusions.

Our aim is to tackle the serious impact of loneliness and isolation among older people living in Wokingham Borough. This is primarily achieved through regular home visits from volunteers. We also coordinate social events and activities which enables our clients to build relationships with others in similar circumstances.

LEAH works with asylum seekers, refugees and migrants who are socially isolated due to their lack of English language. Our volunteer-led service provides one to one English language tuition face to face or online; small group classes in the community or online; trips and social activities; health and well being support; and education, employment and volunteering progression support

A free, independent, comprehensive, confidential, welfare rights advice service targeting vulnerable people with 'special' needs. Enabling and empowering residents to obtain information, advice and representation which will allow them to exercise their rights and responsibilities alleviating poverty, deprivation and social exclusion in a holistic way and therefore improve quality of life.

-Raising public awareness on the issues of Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriages.-Providing confidential, listening support, options and guidance to all victims and survivors of Honour Based Abuse through the Honour Network Helpline.-Providing specific support and guidance to victims and agencies to reduce risk and isolation and increase their safety.

Our aim is to offer help and assistance to elderly, disabled and vulnerable people of the 2 Doctors surgeries in Totnes and surrounding parishes to enable them to live in their own homes and receive a level of support which will help them remain independent and not be isolated from the community.We provide services such health related transport, befriending, shopping, home help and form filling.

ÔÇÿTo advance education and training of adults with a learning disability within Calderdale in particular but not exclusively to improve their self esteem, confidence, personal development and breakdown social isolationÔÇÖ.

Link Age Southwark prevents loneliness and isolation in older people and brings communities together. We improve wellbeing, connection, mental health and physical health through: one-to-one befriending; activity groups; information and support, intergenerational work with local schools; specialist services for people with dementia.

The Pelham is a local Christian charity that enriches lives in practical and diverse ways for our community in Sidley, Bexhill. This is through connection, encouragement and opportunities in an era of isolation and great challenge. The Pelhams aims to benefit the community as a Community Hub & Coffee Lounge, through our charitable activities and projects, and by effective partnership working.

HOME-START OFFERS FREE SUPPORT, FRIENDSHIP AND PRACTICAL HELP TO FAMILIES WITH AT LEAST ONE CHILD UNDER FIVE WHO MAY BE UNDERGOING PRESSURES SUCH AS LONELINESS AND ISOLATION, DEPRESSION OR SEVERAL PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN WITHOUT THE SUPPORT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS. FAMILIES ARE VISITED REGULARLY IN THEIR OWN HOMES BY VOLUNTEERS WHO ALL HAVE EXPERIENCE OF PARENTING AND KNOW HOW HARD THINGS CAN BE.

A church that seeks to be God's transforming presence for High Wycombe and beyond. Anybody is welcome to worship with us. We support the sick, bereaved and lonely. There is provision for youth and children's work. We promote the mission of the church with evangelistic and community activities, planting new churches and supporting and partnering with charities in the UK and overseas.

Off The Record aims to relieve and prevent suffering of young people aged 11-25, in South East Hampshire, by offering them access to a range of free and confidential services which encompass: information, counselling, crisis support, educational and preventative services, befriending and opportunities for self-development

Freedom's Ark Trust is a Christian charity demonstrating the love of God by serving the community through practical, spiritual, and social support. Our services include Freedom's Ark Church, Tottenham Foodbank as part of the Trussell network, and the Community Food Hub, tackling food waste, insecurity, and isolation while building skills and confidence.

Working and stimulating social inclusion through education, community development, health and wellbeing, regeneration and the Arts to assist those with mental or physical health issues, the vulnerable, socially isolated and artists in addition to the wider community in Medway and Kent to enhance the quality of people's lives. Ensuring the preservation of Chatham Memorial Synagogue.

SCVS is an umbrella organisation offering support including training to voluntary organisations in Swale and as an accredited volunteer centre offer a volunteer brokerage service. We operate a volunteer transport scheme providing transport for older people and those with disabilities who are unable to access public transport scheme and a befriending scheme for older socially isolated residents.

3Pillars Project works to prevent ex-offenders and young people vulnerable to crime from social exclusion and assists them to rehabilitate and integrate back into society. Through sports based mentoring, in custody and the community, we strive to transform the long term employment prospects of ex-prisoners, through structured apprenticeship programmes, paid work and support to gain qualifications.

SPACE2 SUPPORTS COMMUNITES IN AREAS OF DEPRIVATION TO GENERATE POSITIVE CHANGE BY:DELIVERING ARTS AND COMMUNITY PROJECTS TO RAISE SELF-ESTEEM, ASPIRATIONS AND IMPROVE HEALTH AND WELLBEINGSUPPORTING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND INVOLVEMENT AND DEVELOPING THE CAPACITY AND SKILLS OF LOCAL PEOPLE TO BETTER MEET THEIR NEEDS SUPPORTING PEOPLE WHO ARE SOCIALLY EXCLUDED AND PROMOTING SOCIAL INCLUSION

The Charity's objects are to advance education and training amongst the public, and in particular where such education and training will contribute to social cohesion and combat social exclusion

The provision of comprehensive benefits advice,focusing on providing free, confidential, independent advice in relation to: welfare benefits, debt, money management, housing issues, employment law, energy efficiency and general advice. The Community Centre provides a venue for use by groups, addressing isolation, loneliness, promoting healthy eating and exercise, catering for all age groups.