Please note that under the current Government guidelines regarding the Coronavirus all future Jigsaw and Jigsaw Link outings have been cancelled until further notice. The welfare of Jigsaw Members, Volunteers and Staff is paramount. Continue to check our social media pages on Facebook & Twitter for regular updates. The office phone lines are very busy so please be patient while we deal with enquires. In the meantime look after yourselves and thank you for your understanding.
As always thank you for your continued support, keep safe & stay positive!
Jigsaw Link
About Jigsaw Link
Jigsaw Link provides a one to one befriending service for people over the age of 50 who are disabled, or have an age related condition, and live in the Borough of Bury. We also offer a weekly luncheon club and social outings throughout the year.
What we offer
Jigsaw Link provides a one to one befriending service for people over the age of 50 who are disabled, or have an age related condition, and live in the Borough of Bury. We also offer a weekly luncheon club and social outings throughout the year.
One to One befriending service
This is available for those who are socially isolated and live alone. Each member is linked up with a volunteer who will usually visit each week for a couple of hours and also visit places of interest. Volunteers are there to provide company and companionship, with people of similar interests.
The befriending visit is £3.50.
Older people's Active Living Programme
The older people's Active Living Programme includes visits to other community provisions, local places of interest and sessions on dealing with anxiety, relaxation and exercise.
Plus, feel good workshops with laughter, yoga and compliment sessions.
Luncheon Club
Jigsaw Link run a Lunch Club every week visiting local pubs and restaurants.
It provides a great opportunity to develop new friendships and visit new places whilst enjoying lunch with a lovely group of people.
The Lunch Club is £7.50.
Social Outings
Jigsaw Link arrange up to 10 social outings throughout the year visiting new places and usually enjoying lunch.
The outings provide an important opportunity to enjoy new surroundings and great company.
Want to join Jigsaw Link?
Jigsaw Link is open to people aged 50 plus who are disabled, socially isolated or have an age related condition living in the Borough of Bury which includes Prestwich, Whitefield, Radcliffe, Bury, Tottington, Ramsbottom.