Memory Service
Our memory loss service is available for people aged 18+ who live in the Highland region and are living with memory loss. The memory loss doesn’t have to be as a result of dementia.
Befrienders Highland offers Distance Befriending for people living with memory loss. This means that the befriending will be provided over the telephone on a weekly basis.
Eligibility
We can accept individuals (Friends) who:
- are aged 18 or over.
- are living within the Highland region.
- are living with memory loss (doesn’t have to be dementia)
Types of befriending
We offer Distance Befriending over the telephone to individuals wishing to use our Memory service.
Who can make a referral?
- GP's, mental health workers, social work services, hospital professionals, memory clinics, or voluntary organisations can all make referrals.
- You can refer yourself.
- Family members can refer.
How is a referral made?
Referrals: If you would like to refer someone, please download, and complete the referral form below, returning it to us via email or post, ensuring that the form is signed and dated by the individual being referred.
Self-referrals: If you would like to refer yourself, please download and complete the referral form below, returning it to us via email or post, ensuring that the form is signed and dated.
If you have any questions -
- Telephone Carol: 07917 792 883 or 01463 712 791
- Email Carol: carolsummers@befriendershighland.org.uk or info@befriendershighland.org.uk
- Go to our Contact Us page and complete the online form.
Memory Loss & Carer Service - Downloadable Form
BH Referral Form - Memory and Carer Service
