Virtual Buddying befriending service

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    Gain confidence

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    Make new friends and connections

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    Learn new skills together

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“I’ve experienced loneliness, but thanks to the Buddying scheme I feel less isolated.”

Saihan, one of Sense’s Virtual Buddies – read his full story here
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“Olivia loves Bethany to pieces and says they’re best friends.”

Sam, whose daughter Olivia is one of our Sense Virtual Buddies – read their full story here

How Sense will support you

  • Arranging activities
    We can arrange the activities you’d like to try and send you free activity packs in the post.

  • Help with IT
    We can provide iPads and help you and your buddy work out the best way to chat.

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    Ongoing support
    We’ll check in with you regularly to see how you and your Buddy are getting on.

  • Support for your family
    The wellbeing of your family is important to us too. Check out our Siblings and Young Carers service.

A young boy plays piano during one of his virtual buddying sessions

“It’s been really fun exploring Chapman’s interests, doing completely new things like baking and maths games.”

Gabriella, who volunteers with Chapman, one of our Sense Buddies – read their full story here

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Support from Sense

We’re the national disability charity supporting everyone who is deafblind or has complex disabilities. We’re here for people of all ages and their families. If you need more information and advice about the services we provide, you can find out more here.