-You will find this a rewarding experience, helping others give meaning to your life. Having friendships is important for physical and mental health for both volunteers and seniors. -Volunteers are matched and arranged for regular visits to provide friendship and companionship to our target age group, who may be lonely and isolated. -Volunteers visit seniors at least once a fortnight. They can do the following together: • Chatting • Common interests, such as reading books & news, music, handcrafts, gardening • Travelling to parks or cafe (if appropriate) • Other activities