Communicare in Southampton is a friendly, local charity that enriches the quality of life of lonely and isolated people in Southampton.
Mental Health Network
We are delighted to have led on setting up a mental health network, with the aim of bringing individuals and organisations across the City together, united by the vision to “make Southampton a mental health friendly City”. Membership is open to any individual or organisation wishing to become involved.
Unfortunately Communicare cannot offer nursing, personal care or legal advice, and the availability of help is always dependent on the availability of our volunteers. We do aim to meet as many requests as we can.
What we do
Befriending
Regular contact with the same volunteer, due to Covid-19 currently mostly through phone calls
Shopping
Shopping for or with those who are frail, unwell or disabled
Travel Buddies
Supporting people in getting to events and local places independently. The aim is to build up confidence with the support of others, to eventually feel prepared to travel alone again
Out and About
Accompanying people out for a walk, out for coffee, to a favourite place or to a social gathering
DIY & Gardening
Helping with DIY, decorating and light gardening
Hello Southampton
Regular scheduled phone calls up to five times a week (Monday-Friday) to isolated or vulnerable people, to check on service users’ wellbeing and have a quick chat, providing reassurance and a friendly ear
Transport
Providing transport to medical appointments and social engagements, where taxis and public transport are not an option
Family Help
Helping young families support their children through play and practical help
Hospital Homecoming
Help with small ‘settling back home’ tasks after a hospital stay, including shopping, light cleaning and checking people have enough to drink and eat
