Make content about: George found a friend in Claire
At 102 and living alone after outliving his family, George found a close friendship with his volunteer befriender, Claire.
This story
After serving in the Second World War, George worked until retirement and spent decades with his wife Pat before she died of cancer. He has lived alone for 23 years, having also outlived both of his children. Through a local charity, he was matched with volunteer befriender Claire, who visits each week to help around the house, chat, and accompany him to the pub.
Where you could take it
Join George and Claire on one of their Monday morning visits to hear about his life and see their weekly routine together.
Where it happens
UK
The charity
- Charity: Surrey Crossroads
- Registration number: 1125048
- Based in: Leatherhead, England