What is Befriending?

Bath Mind’s Befriending Service at the Community Wellbeing Hub offers support to adults aged 16 and over who need regular phone contact when feeling lonely, isolated, anxious, or experiencing low mood.

Our experienced team is here to listen, provide guidance, and promote positive mental health. We help you connect with wider services and communities, while also building your confidence.

The Befriending Service is available Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.

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How can I access the Befriending service?

If you are 16 or over, living within Bath and North East Somerset and would like to register to receive regular Befriending calls, please phone: 0300 247 0050 and ask for Bath Mind’s Befriending service.

Please note that there is currently a waiting list of up to three months for Befriending calls to begin. We are able to process initial assessments in the meantime.

We operate a zero tolerance practice on verbal aggression towards staff.