Christmas

Giving the gift of friendship

For many, Christmas Day is a day for family, for getting together and celebrating with loved ones. Sadly, however, for some people without family or close friends, it is the loneliest day of the year. A time when isolation, loss and grief are even more keenly felt.

Get ready for a season of warmth and connection! For the 13th year running, we’re delighted to be hosting our Christmas programme of events throughout the festive season, including our Christmas Day event, in 2024.

We will be holding a Christmas Day lunch to bring some festive cheer to people who may otherwise spend Christmas Day alone. We have a range of roles available on the day and around the Christmas period.

“I’m so grateful to the Link for the care and kindness during a difficult, lonely time in my life. I am truly amazed by what you do. Thank you.”

 

Refer yourself or someone you know

We understand how difficult and painful the festive season can be for those on their own. We're bringing festive cheer to those who are alone in Wokingham Borough and who would love some extra company. This will include a friend to talk to, gifts and a delicious, traditional Christmas dinner at a local venue or by doorstep delivery by a friendly volunteer. If you or someone you know would like to join us, please complete the form below.

 

Support us

Funding is urgently needed to allow us to run a comprehensive, and varied, programme of events throughout the Christmas period. We also want to ensure that all our Link Friends receive a gift from us, as it may be the only one they are given. 

We rely heavily on donations to support those in our community who need us most. With your help, we can bring some festive cheer to many older people who would otherwise face the season alone and carry on our vital support throughout the winter months! 

£5

will mean that a Link Friend receives a thoughtful gift. For many, it will be the only gift they receive this year

£15

will enable a Link Friend to take part in a joyful Christmas activity, building new connections

£35

will give the joy of a Christmas lunch, with a gift, to someone who would otherwise be on their own

 

Kindness Tree campaign

After last year’s successful launch, our Kindness Trees are back again this year. Our campaign will raise funds to support our important work throughout December, including our Christmas Day event, where we provide a delicious dinner at a local venue, a friend to talk to, and a gift of treats. Choose a tag and make a real difference. For more information, please contact Liz.mcdaniel@linkvisiting.org.

Find a Kindness Tree at:

  • Berkshire Physiotherapy

  • Cala Homes Thames and Legal & General Homes

  • David Cliff Estate Agents

  • Earley Town Council

  • Field Seymour Parkes Solicitors (as part of the FSP Foundation)

  • Fiona Parry Boutique

  • Intersurgical

  • Maya's Refillables

  • Nuffield Health & Wellbeing Gym

  • Phil’s Good Food

  • Places Leisure (Arborfield Green Leisure Centre, Bulmershe Leisure Centre, Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Ryeish Green Leisure Centre, and Wokingham Leisure Centre)

  • Stitchery Do

  • Wokingham Town Council

  • Woodley Town Council

 

A Christmas to remember

The 2023 Christmas programme at The Link Visiting Scheme was a huge success for the 12th year running, thanks to the generous support of our funders and incredible volunteers. Together, we raised an astounding £21,221! Click below to find out what we got up to.