We know residents find it difficult to fit things in when they have a lot going on in their lives. But did you know connecting with others can help us have a greater sense of belonging and reduce feelings of loneliness. On this page you will find information and links to community groups and organisations that can help you connect.
Chorley Council are committed to supporting residents to connect with each other and find like minded people in the community.
Did you know making friends and meeting new people can boost your happiness and reduce your stress?
Research suggests that Adults with strong social connections have been known to have reduced risk of many significant health problems. We understand that residents need more support than ever before. We want to ensure that you can find the support you need easily by just answering a few questions. Please read through the statements at the start of the table to see what support may suit you best.
What support are you looking for?
| Statement | Support Available |
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do you feel lonely, have a long-term health condition and want to find people just like you? |
you may benefit from Social Prescribing or a Peer Support group. Please click the links below. |
| do you feel lonely and are wanting to meet new people? | there are lots of local community groups and organisations in Chorley that you can access. Please see befriending support. |
| do you struggle with your mental health but want to get out and try new things? | you may benefit from social prescribing, a peer support group or further support for your mental health. Please click the links below. |
| are you struggling with the cost of living and its effecting your health? | we offer cost of living support and can direct you to other support services. Please click here: Cost of Living |
What can the Council do?
Click the quick links below to take you to each section:
- social Prescribing
- befriending Support and Community Groups
- support for Young People and Families
- support for Older People
- support for Physical and Mental Health Conditions
- access to Peer Support
social Prescribing
we have a Social Prescribing service that connects local people with services and community activities for practical and emotional support. People who sign up to the service will be assigned a Link Worker who will offer support tailored around what matters to you. The services takes a holistic approach to improving people's health and wellbeing, and helps people build their confidence and motivation to overcome barriers being faced.
please contact Chorley Council on 01257 515151 for more information or alternatively your GP can refer you. Residents can also self-refer to this service. Find more information at Social Prescribing.
befriending Support and Community Groups
Friends for You
This local community group is run by volunteers and is providing telephone befriending support for Chorley residents who are lonely or isolated. They have several social groups across the week called "Talkin Tables". This is free to access. To contact the group, see below
Telephone: 07506 189128
Website: https://www.talkintables.co.uk/chorley
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/894017024542222/
Chorley Buddies
This local community group can support people who are feeling lonely and isolated, who need urgent help or just a chat with a friendly voice. To find out more information on what Chorley Buddies has to offer see contact details below
Telephone: 01257 542367
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/SVP-Chorley-Buddies/100070712865243/
Community Groups
Chorley has an ever-growing voluntary sector that has a host of different community groups and organisations across the borough. These can be anything such as befriending groups, running and walking groups, crafts groups, faith groups, groups that promote health and wellbeing, groups that tackle social isolation or groups that support those with the cost of living. There is a group out there for everyone. If you are looking to join a community group that suits your hobbies and interests and not sure where to start looking, please contact the Communities team at Chorley Council on 01257 515151. Our Community Engagement Officers will be more than happy to help.
If there is not a community group out there that suits you and you feel like you would want to start your own group, then this is something the Communities team can also help with. They can give you support to help the group become constituted so you can apply for funding, they can help with marketing and finding other like-minded individuals that have the same interests as you. You can email the team on communities@chorley.gov.uk or visit the website: Community Groups.
support for Young People and Families
Organisations, Community groups and initiatives that are running in Chorley can be found on the link below. If you cannot find what you are looking for, or you are a group/organisation that wish to sign up to our partnership agreement to display your services on our website contact the communities team on communities@chorley.gov.uk
For further information please visit our Young People & Families.
support for Older People
Organisations, Community groups and initiatives that are running in Chorley can be found on the link below. If you cannot find what you are looking for, or you are a group/organisation that wish to sign up to our partnership agreement to display your services on our website contact the communities team on communities@chorley.gov.uk
For more support please go to the Chorley Council's official webpage: Support for Older People.
support for Physical and Mental Health Conditions
Organisations, Community groups and initiatives that are running in Chorley can be found on the link below. If you cannot find what you are looking for, or you are a group/organisation that wish to sign up to our partnership agreement to display your services on our website contact the communities team on communities@chorley.gov.uk
For more support view Support for Physical and Mental Health Conditions. on the NHS website.
access to Peer Support
Peer support is when people use their own experiences to help others in similar situations.
There are several peer support groups running throughout Chorley. If you cannot find what you are looking for, or you are a group/organisation that wish to sign up to our partnership agreement to display your services on our website contact the communities team on communities@chorley.gov.uk
To find more information about peer supports groups and their benefits please click: Mind Peer Support