Changing lives through friendship

The Link Visiting Scheme is an award-winning charity bringing connection and community to older people and volunteers in Wokingham Borough.

Befriending →

We carefully match an older person with a friendly volunteer for long-term regular visits, easing loneliness with friendship.

Volunteer →

Social connections are key to our well-being and having something fun in the diary to look forward to can make all the difference.

Projects →

From getting online to rekindling a love for gardening, our projects bring the community together and encourage connection.

Our impact

We’ve seen thousands of lives transformed, bringing friendship, laughter and fun to people who once felt forgotten.

This year alone, over 1,000 people found connection and support, thanks to our brilliant team and 500+ volunteers.

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Latest news

“My volunteer’s warm welcome gave me a feeling of being wanted and restored my confidence. With the frequent visits and activities, I’ve managed to get back on my feet.

I cannot thank them enough for helping me get my life back again.”

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