CB PLUS

Meet Shivanya- a 36 year-old Barnet resident who overcame loneliness

Shivanya began using Barnet Friends to overcome chronic loneliness. From the onset, her mental health was severely impacted. She would spend days in bed and often not leave her house for weeks at a time, as venturing outside caused her panic attacks.

Over the last six months, her Befriender gave her the confidence to go for short walks, which then progressed into visiting her local temple on a frequent basis to connect with her community.
Her Befriender empowered her to begin volunteering at a local charity shop, where her self-esteem improved through making a difference to her community, and allowed her to connect with new people.

If you are an adult aged 18-55 based in Barnet and experiencing loneliness, self-refer to Barnet Friends today to receive weekly telephone calls with a friendly and non-judgmental Befriender for 6-12 months!

This service is completely free, and our waiting list to be matched to a Befriender is less than two weeks.

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 020 8016 0016

Supporting those who support others 🤝

As part of The Stay Project, New Citizens' Gateway offers Su***de Prevention Reflective Supervision, a confidential space for frontline staff and volunteers to reflect, process emotional impact, and receive support.

Designed to support wellbeing and sustain safe, ethical practice.

What it offers:
Reflective supervision in a confidential setting 💬
Space to explore professional and emotional impact 🤝
Support around su***de and emotional distress 💚
Focus on wellbeing and preventing burnout 🌿

Details:
🗓 First Friday of every month | 10:00–12:00
💻 Via Zoom
📅 Additional sessions available by appointment

Open to and supporting vulnerable people.

To book or find out more:
📞 07983 437 432
📧 [email protected]