Our main mission is to facilitate Befriending friendships between volunteers and vulnerable or lonely people within the community of Montrose and the surrounding areas.
We also have a shop operating out of our premises selling recycled Craft materials It’s a welcoming space, where service users, volunteers and the public can interact, reducing loneliness. There are volunteering opportunities where people supported by the befriending service can gain confidence, new skills, and a sense of purpose by helping in the shop.
We run a number of groups at No.32 which people are encouraged to attend if they are on our waiting list for a befriender, some people are referred to our groups others simply come along. The various groups are; The Craft group, Games Group and two Coffee Groups. We also host a tea and toast group at Provost Johnston Supported Housing Complex.
Being part of a group matters whether it’s gamers, crafters or book lovers, shared interests create a sense of identity and belonging. For people who have been isolated for a long time, these groups offer a gradual way to rebuild confidence.
