The Aberdeen Befriending Network

13/10/2026

💙 Just over 2½ weeks until Befriending Week!

A conversation, a shared laugh, something to look forward to — befriending can make a world of difference.

Join Aberdeen Befriending Network this 1–7 November as we celebrate friendship and connection across our city.

Exciting plans are on the way — keep an eye on our page! 👀

29/09/2026

👋 Silver Sunday – Sunday 4th October

This Sunday is Age UK’s Silver Sunday – the national day for older people. 💙

Across the UK, communities will be celebrating older people and creating opportunities to meet others, try something new, make new friends and feel more connected.

At Aberdeen Befriending Network, we know just how important meaningful connection can be — and how much of a difference a friendly conversation, shared activity or new friendship can make.

There are lots of ways we can all help people feel more connected in our communities, not just on Silver Sunday, but throughout the year.

👉 Find out more about Silver Sunday here:
https://tacklinglonelinesshub.org/events/age-uks-silver-sunday-the-national-day-for-older-people/

Age UK’s Silver Sunday is a day dedicated to older people which takes place every year in October. Fun and free activities are held across the UK where older people can make new friends, visit new places, try new activities and connect with other generations in their local communities. Simply put,...

24/09/2026

Are you aged 50+ and looking to stay active and independent? 💙

A FREE Health MOT is taking place at Middlefield Community Project on Monday 28th September, 11am–2pm.

In just 60 minutes, you can get a helpful check-in on your health and wellbeing and advice on reducing future health risks.

📍 Middlefield Community Project, Manor Avenue, Aberdeen, AB16 7UR
📞 Booking details are on the poster.

Please share with anyone who might benefit! 🙌



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Are you aged 50+ and looking to stay active and independent?

There are still spaces available at our next Functional Fitness MOT at Middlefield Community Project on Monday 28 September, from 11am to 2pm.

A Functional Fitness MOT is a free 30-minute health check that measures strength, balance, flexibility and mobility. Staff from Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland will also be available to offer blood pressure, height, weight and waist circumference checks.

📍 Middlefield Community Project, Manor Avenue
📧 Booking is essential. To reserve a space, email [email protected]

16/09/2026

💜 Stay active and connected with Aberdeen Independent MS – AIMS!

Our network member AIMS offers weekly chair-based exercise classes, both in person and online—a lovely opportunity to get moving and enjoy some company.

📍 Wednesdays, 2–3pm at Aberdeen Action on Disability, followed by coffee and a chat from 3–3.30pm.
💻 Online sessions also available on Tuesdays via Zoom.

See AIMS’ post below for details and how to get involved. 👇



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08/09/2026

Need help with something? 👋

Aberdeen Befriending Network will be at Empower Aberdeen 2026, alongside 60+ charities, community groups and support organisations.

Come along, have a chat and find out what support is available across the city.

📅 Wednesday 7 October, 10am–2pm
📍 Music Hall, Aberdeen
✅ Free entry – no booking needed

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02/09/2026

💙 Befriending Week is coming!

Aberdeen Befriending Network has a host of activities planned for 1–7 November, celebrating the difference befriending makes across our city.

We’ll be sharing more very soon — so keep an eye on our page! 👀



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It's 2 months until ! This year, our theme is "Supporting each other through meaningful connections". 🎉 Join the campaign with these handy resources: https://befriending.co.uk/befriending-week/

26/08/2026

☕ Free Community Café in Ruthrieston

Looking for a friendly place to enjoy a cuppa and connect with others?

Ruthrieston Community Centre hosts a free café every Friday from 12 noon until 2.30pm. Everyone is welcome to come along.

📍 Ruthrieston Community Centre
532–536 Holburn Street, Aberdeen

A lovely opportunity to meet people and enjoy some company in a welcoming community space.



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20/08/2026

For someone experiencing loneliness or isolation, having the confidence to make a video call, find a local activity or join an online group can open the door to a whole new world of connection.

That’s why the work of Silver City Surfers is so valuable. Digital skills are about far more than simply learning to use technology—they can help people stay connected, discover support and activities, build confidence and participate more fully in community life.

In this latest episode of 'So Why Don’t You?', host Mike explores the difference Silver City Surfers is making across Aberdeen, as well as opportunities to get involved as a volunteer.

A brilliant example of how digital inclusion can form part of the wider work of reducing loneliness and social isolation. 💙



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🎙️ Catch up on the latest episode of So Why Don't You with Silver City Surfers!

💬 Fay and Adwait join Mike and Rod to share how Silver City Surfers helps people across Aberdeen get more comfortable with technology, build their digital skills and stay connected - as well as talking about the opportunities to get involved and support others as a volunteer.

🔊 Listen again online: acvo.org.uk/shmu-episodes/august14-26

For the latest third sector news, community updates & volunteer opportunities from across ...
📻 So Why Don't You? – Every Friday, 2–3pm
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13/08/2026

🤝 Yesterday, members of the Aberdeen Befriending Network came together for our latest network meeting.

We were delighted to welcome speakers from Cruse Scotland and NorthBridge, who introduced us to their services:

💜 Cruse Scotland provides professional bereavement support for adults, children and families across Scotland.

🌉 NorthBridge offers a welcoming and practical support hub for people facing redundancy or uncertainty at work, helping them access support with employment, skills and wellbeing.

A huge thank you to both organisations for sharing their knowledge and answering our members’ questions.

Meetings like this help us learn about the support available across Aberdeen, strengthen connections between organisations and improve how we signpost the people we work with.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed!



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13/08/2026

The Snowdrop Café is relaunching on Wednesday 2 September!

The café offers a calm and welcoming space for people with palliative health conditions, as well as their family, friends and carers, to enjoy friendship, activities, refreshments and a listening ear.

Sessions are referral-only and take place on the first and third Wednesday of each month, from 2–4pm at the King’s Way Centre.

Please see the original post below for details of how to get a referral—and share it with anyone who may benefit. 💛


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