Loneliness and the feeling of being unwanted is the most terrible poverty.
Mother Teresa
Alleviating loneliness and social isolation to improve the health, well-being and independence of older and, often, vulnerable people in Bristol and the surrounding areas are at our core. Based on the generosity of donors to the President’s annual appeal, the Grateful Society (both in combination with other charities and on its own) supports around 25 volunteer led partner organisations that tackle this issue.
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We work with organisations offering support to older people most in need.
Featured Organisation: BS3 Community
This community club organise, with the help of volunteers, a weekly lunch and quiz
Message from the President
I feel privileged to serve as President for the Grateful Society during 2025 to 2026. With this opportunity, I will promote and highlight the wonderful work that we do to help to reduce loneliness and isolation among older adults. Across our communities, too many elderly individuals face each day without the comfort of companionship or the joy of meaningful connection. Loneliness is not just a feeling; it is a profound challenge that affects physical, mental, and emotional well-being, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and dementia.
Every person deserves to feel valued, heard, and included, regardless of age. Agt the Grateful Society, we support around 30 volunteer-led partner organisations that provide vital services to elderly individuals across Bristol and the surrounding areas. We do this by holding an annual fundraising appeal for donations and rely on the generosity of donors. With the economic climate, times are tough financially. The need for help is growing, and so is the challenge. As government funding continues to decline and the elderly population rises, our donors’ supports become our lifeline. Every donation helps us extend our reach and deepen our impact. Together, we can build a future where no older person feels isolated or alone.
Let us stand united in compassion and action. With your generosity, we will continue to create communities where everyone belongs, and where the later years of life are filled with connection, purpose, and joy.
Thank you for your unwavering support. Together, we are making a difference—one life, one friendship, one moment at a time.
With gratitude and hope,
Kirsty Swan
President, 2025 - 2026
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