Welcome to Re-engage
Good Morning Britain's 1 Million Minutes campaign is now in its ninth year, and over 672 million minutes have been pledged to charities connecting volunteers with lonely people up and down the country.
We're proud to once again be a chosen partner for this incredible campaign which runs throughout December.
The challenge of chronic loneliness
Loneliness can affect anyone, but it’s especially common among older people. Nearly half of those aged 75 and older live alone, and many can go weeks without speaking to or seeing anyone. This isolation often deepens during the colder, darker winter months which can impact physical and mental wellbeing.
Here’s how we make a difference:
- Call Companions: regular phone calls from friendly volunteers that keep older people connected to the outside world and brighten their days.
- Activity Groups: energising sessions that encourage movement and foster meaningful connections in a friendly, accessible and safe environment.
- Tea Parties: monthly social gatherings that bring older guests together for lively conversations, laughter, and friendship with people of all ages.
Our services are for anyone aged 75 and over who is experiencing loneliness or isolation. They are also completely free, with no time limits – meaning older people can benefit from them for as long as they want.
How you can help
You can sign up to one of our volunteer roles today in just a few clicks – your support has never been more needed.
Together, we can make sure no one has to feel alone.
Choose how to pledge your minutes
There are three ways you can volunteer with us using the time you’ve pledged.
Help reconnect older people with their community
Do you have access to a car and a little time to spare? By becoming a Volunteer Driver, you can make a world of difference to an isolated older person.
Each month, you’ll drive an older person or two to and from one of our tea parties – joyful gatherings that provide older people with social connections. You’ll stay to enjoy the gathering too, sharing in the conversation and companionship that make these events so special.
This flexible and rewarding role is an easy way to make a big difference – perfect for anyone looking to give back in a hands-on, impactful way.
What’s involved
- Application: fill in an application form, provide a reference and complete an ID check.
- Requirements: you’ll need a four-door car, a full, clean driving licence, and to complete an ID check.
- Training: quick and easy online training modules will get you started.
Requirements
- You must be aged 18 or over.
Make a difference by volunteering as a Volunteer Driver to help older people reconnect with their communities and enjoy the friendships they deserve.
Bring year-round friendship to a lonely older person
Do you enjoy chatting on the phone? Are you a good listener? Becoming a Call Companion is one of the easiest ways to make a meaningful difference to an older person’s life.
You can be a Call Companion Volunteer from the comfort of your own home wherever you are in the UK. With just a half-hour phone chat every week or two, you can bring comfort, joy, and companionship to a lonely older person.
This flexible role fits easily around a busy lifestyle. Whether you’re at home, on the move, or juggling work and family, all you need is a little time, a lot of heart, and a phone.
What’s involved
- Application: fill in an application form, provide a reference and complete an ID check.
- Training: complete quick, easy, online modules to prepare for your role.
- Support: you’ll have access to guidance and support when you need them.
Requirements
- You must be aged 18 or over and live in the UK.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in someone’s life, one phone call at a time.
Help us measure what matters
As an Impact Volunteer, you’ll play a key role in helping to evaluate and improve our services. By conducting telephone interviews and questionnaires with older people and fellow volunteers, you’ll help us understand the difference our programmes make in combating loneliness and social isolation.
Your role as an Impact Volunteer will help us ensure these services continue to transform lives and bring companionship to those who need it most.
- Application: fill in an application form, provide a reference and complete an ID check.
- Training: complete quick, easy online modules to prepare for your role.
- Support: you’ll have access to guidance and support when you need them.
