Challenges we seek to solve
Over
500,000
Older people go a week without seeing or speaking to anyone at all.
'
42%
Of over-55s are inactive due to social isolation or a lack of opportunity.
by
2025
The number of over-50s experiencing loneliness is set to reach 2 million.
Benefits of Our Service
Are you an older person who would benefit from weekly walks with one of our befriending volunteers and their dogs? As part of our network, you’ll also be invited to local events including group walks and fairs.
Go for walks with a friendly volunteer and their dog
Get involved with our local events including group dog walks
Get Involved
If you and your dog like meeting new people and want to make a real difference, this could be for you. Consider this an opportunity to do good with your furry friend.
Volunteer with usHelp CareDogs reach more people by making a donation, raising money for us through a sponsored event or kindly lending us your time and talents.
Donate to usWant to get involved but not sure how? Reach out to us and let us know about some of your experience, skills or interests. We’d love to hear from you.
Contact usCanine companionship
Watch our Befriending Service in action in this short film introducing CareDogs and our mission to end social isolation in older people.
