About Southwark Churches Care Our response to the issue of social isolation
About Southwark Churches Care
How many volunteers did we have in 2010/11? 96
How many service users did we provide a service to in 2010/11? 296
What services did we provide in 2010/11?
198 befriending matches were supported
53 gardens were tidied
15 users received some minor DIY tasks
15 users were escorted out somewhere
15 users were escorted out in wheelchairs
73% of service users were female
52% had a care package from Southwark Social Services
38% were older than 85
31% were referred with identified mental health issues including dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, depression and schizophrenia
Southwark Churches Care was started by the churches of Southwark back in 1994. We are a small voluntary organisation aiming to support isolated, older people (aged 65+) in Southwark through one-to-one befriending, social groups and helping with small practical tasks. Our services are available to those who are particularly vulnerable and/or isolated, regardless of faith or culture. We offer our services in the following postcodes in Southwark:
SE1, SE5, SE15, SE16, SE17 and roads in the London Borough of Southwark in SE8 & SE11.
In 2010/11 we had a total of 96 volunteers. Many of these volunteers are recruited from Southwark congregations, with a significant number coming to us from the wider community.
You can download our Trustees' Annual Report and Accounts 2008/09 and 2009/10 on the Fundraising page.
Southwark Churches Care was set up by the Borough Deans to encourage members of their congregations to volunteer. However, our volunteers and the services provided are open to all regardless of faith or no faith. Everyone is welcome to volunteer and the services are provided based on need and availability.