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 am immensely honoured and proud to be the President for the years 2024 - 2025. I am very keen in my year further to raise the profile of the Society and awareness of it. I want to ensure, and enhance, its place at the heart of the Bristol community in helping, supporting, and addressing the issues and challenges felt by older and lonely people. I hope that the hand of friendship and support which I offer, on behalf of the Grateful Society, to Bristol and its older and lonely residents, will be grasped. The Grateful Society aims to make a difference. Growing old, and it's related problems, isn’t optional but loneliness can be avoided with suitable help and encouragement. Loneliness and isolation in old age gnaw away at self - esteem, confidence, and the ability to lead a fulfilling life. We cannot do our work alone. We entirely rely on donations. We support others who all do amazing work in the Bristol and surrounding area. We reach out to all donors who would like to help us and we fully engage with all the organisations to which we proudly provide funds. Please help us to help them.
Roger Harper MBE
President 2024 - 2025
Supported Organisations
