Cyril Flint Befrienders is working to combat social isolation & loneliness in older residents in Trafford & South Manchester areas, by providing a free one to one befriending service. Loneliness can be as harmful to our health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day & can be linked to cognitive decline and the early onset of dementia. Our befriending is a welcome life-line to many older people who feel forgotten about by society. Our volunteers are trained & DBS checked & are matched based on shared interests to encourage long lasting friendships.