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Help us end loneliness one cup of tea at a time

Re-engage, a charity dedicated to ending loneliness in older people, is searching for more volunteers to help run its free monthly tea parties for people aged 75 and over, who are lonely, isolated or in need of companionship.

These social gatherings provide a lifeline of friendship for our older people, and the regular, warm, friendly chats and companionship provide a vital link with the outside world.

Re-engage is looking for volunteers to give some of their time to make isolated older people feel connected and valued. Why not apply to become a tea party host and hold a social gathering once or twice a year, either in your home or a community setting? Re-engage is also looking for tea party group coordinators to help plan the monthly events and ensure older guests know when and where the next tea party will be held. Or how about becoming a volunteer driver to transport older people to and from tea parties and stay with them to enjoy the get-togethers and get to know one another?

Re-engage relies on the wonderful support of its volunteers and would like you to become part of its team to help reach the 2.3 million aged 75 and over who are currently lonely, isolated or in need of companionship. Volunteering at Re-engage can be an incredibly rewarding experience and you will receive support and training to help you get the most out of your role.

Together we can change lives and provide desperately needed companionship to end the crippling loneliness felt by so many.

Find out more about the roles available and how to apply.

Example social media posts

“I’m looking for wonderful people who can spare a few hours a month to help lonely older people in [AREA NAME]. We provide friendship over cups of tea and conversation. So, if you like helping others and a slice of cake, please get in touch”

For twitter:

Help us end loneliness and brighten someone’s day. Re-engage, a charity dedicated to ending isolation in people aged 75 and over, needs volunteers to help run its free monthly tea parties to provide friendship to those who are lonely. Find out more: https://bit.ly/39qZIw9

For Facebook:

Can you spare a little of your time to help a lonely older person feel valued and connected with the outside world? Re-engage, a charity dedicated to ending loneliness in older people, is searching for more volunteers to help run its free monthly tea parties for people aged 75 and over, who are lonely, isolated or in need of companionship.

These social gatherings provide a lifeline of friendship for older people who can often go days without any social contact. Volunteering for Re-engage can be an incredibly rewarding experience and you will receive support and training to help you get the most out of your role.

Together we can change lives and provide desperately needed companionship to end the crippling loneliness felt by so many.

Find out more about becoming a tea party group volunteer.