Befriending Service 

​Many people in Fife are affected by social isolation and loneliness for various reasons, which has a negative impact on their physical and mental health.  Volunteer Befrienders can help alleviate these adverse affects by supporting vulnerable adults who are lonely and isolated which helps build stronger social connections and also improves the confidence and well-being for both parties.

We recruit, train and match Volunteer Befrienders who  provide meaningful social connection with local befriendees.  We also provide ongoing support and development and reimburse mileage expenses. The befriending service operates across Central Fife, Levenmouth and North East Fife areas. 

If you are interested in volunteering or would benefit from the support of a befriender, please contact:
​​Marie Lindsey, Coordinator
Phone 01592 630253
Email marie@crossroadsg.co.uk
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Being a Befriender by Nancy
I’ve been volunteering with Crossroads Fife for several years now and it's become such an important and wonderful part of my life.  My befriendee and I have an amazing friendship that we both treasure.  I've seen a big improvement in her confidence as well as my own.  I've even had the courage to return to part-time work and also continue my befriending! 

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Being a Befriender by Donna
I started phone befriending during the covid pandemic. We enjoyed our weekly phone calls and discovered many shared interests as mature students.  When the restrictions lifted, we met for garden visits and explored St Andrews before her University course started.  It is very satisfying to see her confidence improve and her anxiety fade and be involved in her journey.  I have to say that being a befriender continues to be a very enjoyable and rewarding experience for me.  

    Befriending Enquiry
Crossroads Fife,  Buko Tower, Dalton Road, Glenrothes, Fife KY6 2SS
Phone 01592 610540
Crossroads Fife is a Charity Registered in Scotland (SC007781)
Crossroads Fife is a Company Limited by Guarantee (SC178299)
Crossroads Fife  is registered with the Care Inspectorate as a
​Care at Home Service Provider (CS2004079063) - www.scswis.com