About OCA Social Connection Service
Our social connection service is designed to bring people together, reduce loneliness, and create a sense of community, offering companionship and friendship in a safe, welcoming environment.
Feeling connected is essential for wellbeing, but sometimes life can make it hard to meet new people or maintain regular contact with others. That’s where our befriending services come in.
At Oswestry Community Action, we offer two welcoming ways to help people connect and feel supported: in-person companionship groups and a telephone befriending service.
Our small in-person groups, usually 4–6 people, meet across the Oswestry area, creating a friendly, intimate environment where new friendships can blossom. For those who find it harder to get out and about, our telephone befriending service brings companionship straight to your home with regular calls from a trusted volunteer. Both options provide a chance to meet, chat, and build meaningful connections in a way that suits you.
Interested in finding out more? Contact our wellbeing team on 01691 656882 or email info@qube-oca.org.uk
Become a Befriending Volunteer
Loneliness can affect anyone, at any stage of life. Could you spare a couple of hours each week to bring friendship to someone who needs it? Our volunteers play a vital role, offering support, conversation, and companionship.
Key qualities include:
- A full, clean driving licence or willingness to travel via public transport
- Good listening skills and empathy
- Reliability and commitment to regular contact
- Respect for the client’s individuality
- Awareness of issues clients may face
If you’re ready to make a difference, explore our volunteering opportunities and start bringing a smile to someone’s day.