ABOUT OUR BEFRIENDING SERVICES
Our Befriending Services are varied and can benefit a wide range of adults with various issues including; loneliness, isolation, mental health problems, disabilities, dementia, strokes and complex health needs.
Support packages can be booked for a minimum of two hours and are designed to be a lifetime service, with both male and female 1 to 1 'befrienders' available.
North East Befriending Services are proud to have been commissioned by Durham County Council; something which reflects our comittment to helping isolated and vulnerable adults in Durham and the North East of England.
Befriending services include;
- Grocery Shopping
- Days Out
- Exercise and Healthy Eating
- Assisted Hydro
- Swimming
- Housework
- GP Appointments
- Social Support Needs
Our Client Feedback
CAMHS
"Judith was a significant help with a client of mine who was experiencing a phobia of dogs the dogs were well-trained and behaved and I had no issues."
Dr. J Butterworth | Children's Behavioural Psychologist
NHS
"Tilly the dog was just lovely and had a sweet nature and i just wanted to take her home at the end of it. I would recommend it. All excellent service"
Nurse Jane | Hospital Ward Activity Coordinator
Private Care Home
"NEBS are amazing! We’ve been working with Judith and the pets for the last year and we can clearly see that our patients benefit highly from NEBS"
Carina | Senior Activity Coordinator
SERVICE DETAILS
AVAILABILITY
7 Days a week
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Min support package 2 hours +
Age 18+
Wheelchairs accepted
We have our own transport