Helping people live life to the full

What We Offer

Gloucestershire Befriending Services exists to provide friendship and assistance to those in need across the county. Our clients (who are predominantly but not exclusively elderly) benefit from regular contact with one of our befrienders, developing relationships over time, and receiving practical help with a variety of tasks:

Shopping

Whether it’s for you or with you, we can help you get all the things you need including groceries, toiletries, clothing & luxuries.

Companionship

Sometimes you or your loved one may just need someone to sit & chat with them, over a cup of tea or perhaps a puzzle.

Trips & Activities

With so much on offer in Gloucestershire, we can help you to get out & about and enjoy our beautiful county with confidence.

 

Household Work

We offer light cleaning services (hoovering & dusting), as well as help with laundry, ironing or organising & filing paperwork.

Basic Meal Preparation

We are always happy to help, whether thats making a sandwich or popping down to the chippy for a Friday treat!

… & more!

Our service is tailor made to suit you. As a small family run business, we know that one size doesn’t fit all, so do chat to us about your needs.

Testimonials

“Thank you for all your efforts.  I really appreciate the trouble you go to on my behalf and can always trust you to act in my best interests.  I don’t know what I would do without GBS.”

(Hilda, May 2020)

“Genuinely one of the best services we’ve found to help our Dad. GBS has been a brilliant lifeline for our family. Dad has found it near impossible to go out independently due to being visually impaired and having poor mobility. The service has allowed him the freedom to go to the shops, getting to the dentist, or just going out for a coffee - things he took for granted in the past. He really enjoys the visits, they are the highlights of his week.”

(Jenny, Jun 2020)

“I have such a great time with my befriender. It’s so lovely to be able to get out of the house!”

(Janet, Dec 2019)

“The service that GBS provides is second to none in helping vulnerable clients to access things like appointments, shopping and making sure they are safe in their own homes. My clients have no family, so GBS has really helped in making a difference and giving them some independence.”

(Mohamed - Gloucestershire County Council, Jul 2020)

If you think our befriending service could help you or someone you know then click the button below to fill in a contact form.