Services in Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks Volunteer Development Agency (SVDA)

Sevenoaks Brighter Futures for older people

The Sevenoaks Brighter Futures for Older People project offer the following services for people of the Sevenoaks District :

• Befriending - trained and supported volunteers make regular visits to a lonely or isolated older person. Befrienders offer companionship, practical and emotional support and signpost relevant community services. They facilitate a preventive approach, serving as an extra set of eyes and ears in the community - noticing early warning signs and helping the older person to review their choices. Shared interests can form the basis for activity - a game of scrabble or a walk in the local nature reserve.
• Driving - to assist with journeys to hospital appointments, day centres, lunch clubs, or journeys to the shops - for those who have difficulties with public transport.
• Escorted errands service with volunteer transport provided.
• Individual shopping service tailored to individual needs.
• Stepping Out - a weekly meeting for exercise, information and friendship. A full programme of activities will be available every Thursday between 2pm and 4pm at Bessels Green. Transport is available if required. Read the Stepping Out leaflet for further information.
• Support with technology, particularly home computers, internet cafes and TeleHealth equipment.
• Information on local support services for older people via the Action Desk.
• You can now read the Sevenoaks Brighter Futures for Older People leaflet.

To find out more, please call Sevenoaks Brighter Futures for Older People project on 01732 469000, Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 4.30pm, or

Link to the Sevenoaks Volunteer Centre website. This link will open in a new window.