Friends for Life is the only charity providing a befriending service to lonely, socially isolated older people in Bedford’s care homes.

Founded in 2007, we’ve grown from small beginnings to a charity with around 70 volunteers who support the care homes – and we know there are many more residents who need us.

Our volunteers offer friendship, activities and company to care home residents.

We are always looking for more volunteers to become befrienders or to offer group activities to residents .