Bute Befrienders

Now is the time you can help to support people who need it most. DM us to see what you can do on Bute and in Cowal. It's about quality of life.

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

Bute Befrienders is looking for an Outreach Worker - see our Facebook post.

If you'd like more information please call 01369 704 985 or email [email protected] for an application pack.

https://t.co/y2yNTHF0JR

[Lloyds Bank Foundation @LBFEW]

11/ Read our full report Deductions: #DriverOfPoverty to see the impact of #UniversalCredit deductions on people and what can be done to improve an unfair and inefficient system https://t.co/68mnFi3gSL

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

Scams...

We went out this morning and 4 out 5 have received scam calls saying "I'm from your bank" or "We need to update your telecare".

Only scammers phone you for your pin code. Just end the call.

https://t.co/coKLCdxhTC

@abhscp @argyllandbute
@Befrienders

#scamcalls

[Luminate Scotland @LuminateScot]

Our guest blog for May is an inspirational call to action, written by playwright @dowsylv https://t.co/lGD0x8wBlh

[Age UK @age_uk]

It's a myth that getting older means an end to being active.

As tempting as it may be to encourage our older friends or relatives to take it easy, this is not always the best thing for them long term.

Discover how to help get someone active again: https://t.co/ze542ENiNI

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

@annaholligan True.

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

@thetimes @lingoflamingo1 👍

[Age Scotland @agescotland]

With an increasing number of older people under pressure due to rising living costs, it's so important to ensure you're claiming all the financial support you're entitled to. A free benefits check through our 0800 12 44 222 helpline can take care of this ⬇️ #CheckInCashOut

[Age Scotland @agescotland]

Our #BigSurvey revealed that a massive 87% percent of over 50s said they or someone they know had been targeted by a scam, with email scams accounting for 51% of those reported. This #SaferInternetDay, support is available to help you stay #ScamAware.
➡️ https://t.co/KCRSiUzett

[Age UK @age_uk]

This Christmas looks like it could be another challenging one for many of us.

Age UK and other organisations are here to help, don’t struggle alone. 💜

[Met Office @metoffice]

We've just reached the exact time of the #WinterSolstice for the Northern Hemisphere, so astronomical #Winter has begun

It's the day of the year with the shortest amount of daylight, & as you'll see from today's #sunrise & #sunset times, most places are already dark again! 👇

[Prof. Devi Sridhar @devisridhar]

Drowning in omicron news? My takeaway: highly transmissible, can re-infect those who’ve had covid or vaccinated but likely less severe illness. High attack rates at parties/dinners. Best to reduce close contacts heading into Xmas, avoid crowds & wear masks in shops/transport.

[Walking Scotland @walking_scot]

Our #WalkingwithNature campaign is back to encourage more people to:

🚶‍♀️stay active
🦊connect with nature
🚮do small kind things to improve the places where they walk

https://t.co/ziCqi9UvyG

People with higher levels of nature connectedness are more likely to be happier.

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

2/2 > home by 3.30 p.m.

No, it's pick up by 7.30 a.m. now and back before lunchtime!

Thank you to the Dialysis Support Group and huge respect to the #NHS who made this possible too, during these challenging times.
#IsleofBute @ButeIslandRadio
@argyllandbute

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

1/2 Quietly, a long awaited and vital service has opened on the Isle of Bute this week: the kidney dialysis unit at Victoria Hospital.

The Marshall Dialysis Unit it makes arduous ferry crossings and the journey to Inverclyde obsolete. No longer getting up at 5.30 a.m. and back >

[Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife]

The Netherlands’ quality cycling infrastructure means a third of trips by people aged 65 to 75 are on a bicycle; the highest rate among all adult categories.

For many, the bicycle acts as a “rolling walking stick”; a type of mobility device far easier on the joints than walking.

[Age Scotland @agescotland]

Are you worried about affording your energy bills this winter? Call Age Scotland on 0800 12 44 222 today for advice and an entitlement check to ensure you’re receiving any financial support you’re eligible for and find more support at https://t.co/gjC6x72Nv8 #CheckInCashOut

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

At Cowal & Bute Elderly Befrienders all staff have been trained to be "Digital Champions" - we're here to help you to get and stay connected with family and friends!

#connectingscotland
#digitalchampion

[Donald Macaskill @DrDMacaskill]

A blog for the United Nations Day of Older Persons - Access gives control: #digital empowerment for older people. #UNIDOP2021 #technology #olderage #discrimination #socialcare #OlderPersonsDay https://t.co/6tmQmYsGCM

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

@PathsforAll @agescotland @Ageing_Better @Befrienders @befriendingnet @alzheimerssoc @adamstachura

[Bute Befrienders @ButeBefrienders]

We decided not to fill up with diesel before the weekend, as not to deplete fuel stocks on the Isle of Bute too much.

Unfortunately, we have to suspend our Out & About to Kilchattan as there is no diesel at the pump today...

No need for silly hashtags - we'll go for a walk.