Changing lives through friendship
For over 25 years, The Link Visiting Scheme has brought vital, life-enhancing social connections 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
Activities & events
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 specialist projects bring the community together and encourage connection
Latest news
Updates
Give the gift of friendship this Christmas
We rely heavily on donations to support those in our community who need us most. With your help, we can bring festive cheer to many older people who would otherwise face the season alone and carry on our vital support throughout the winter months.
Our impact
Through the work of our charity, we’ve seen lives transformed, adding thousands of hours of friendship, laughter and fun to people who had felt forgotten.
1000 people supported
to find connection this year
500 volunteers
gave their time this year
45,000
voluntary hours spent this year
Stories of friendship
Stories
“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.”
Active Minds wins Community Project of the Year