Can you beat that?
JUST FRIENDS members from all branches at the Coronation lunch, 7th May 2023
JUST FRIENDS members from all branches at the 5th Anniversay Lunch on St.George’s Day, 23rd April ’23
JUST FRIENDS members from Eastbourne and Newhaven on their Bluebell Railway trip
JUST FRIENDS members from Eastbourne, Bexhill and Newhaven enjoying the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations at Bannatynes, Hastings
Some testimonials from our members across the branches.
Wonderful life changes as I was lonely, and brought me out of myself meeting nice people. – Margarita
Just Friends has helped me extend my outlook. It’s made me realise about living alone. I am not the only one!! – Ronnie
I have just joined Just Friends following the loss of my partner. It gives me that life will get better with the friendship of the members. – Peter
On moving to Bexhill from Andorra, it was so nice to join Just Friends and meet such friendly people. Keep up the good work. – Sylvia
No need to be alone when there’s Just Friends. – M
Just Friends is a lovely club for people on their own. Weekly meetings, days out, walking, meals out. Best thing I’ve ever done. It has changed my life. – Audry
Everyone is very friendly. – Sheila
After a recommendation, I joined Just Friends in November 2021 and I would further recommend anybody who enjoys social chats and meals as there are trips and events for everyone. – Laurie
When my husband died I was determined not to “fade away” and I joined Just Friends. I have met some really nice people who have saved me from total boredom. Thank you so much. – Pat
I have been a member of Just Friends for some time. It is friendly and welcoming. I have met several new friends and really enjoy the meetings and activities. – Pam
I am so pleased that I joined Just Friends. As a result I have made some very good friends. Everybody is very friendly and welcoming. It is one of the best things I have done. – Kay
Just Friends has been a “delight” and it is all down to Frederick who started all our clubs. Come and try us. You will be welcomed. – Jeannie
Just Friends gave me a new meaning to my otherwise lonely life. – Ann
Just Friends has given me a new lease of life. – Pam
There is always a warm welcome and everyone is very friendly. – Valerie
Left for 3 years. Was glad to come back. – Bob
Just Friends – lovely place to meet. Made very welcome. Tea, coffee and a chat. Day trips if you want to go. – Linda
I heard about Just Friends through attending a meeting at The Seniors’ Forum when Frederick gave a talk on hearing and sight loss. I’ve been coming for a few weeks. I’ve been on an outing and a meal. I find it very friendly and I’m glad I heard about it. – Anon
Due to being a widower and Covid, my social life had gone down the drain. But since joining Just Friends my social life is now on the up & up and I am so grateful to Just Friends. – Mike
It’s been over a year since I joined “Just Friends”. The welcome I received at Hastings was wonderful and I instantly felt the loneliness lift. Every week there is something to look forward to. “Just Friends” gave me the recipe to start living again, not just existing. My mental health is very much better now, with all the new friends I have. Please “Just try” to attend a social meeting. You really have nothing to lose! – Jayne
Dear Frederick, thank you for inviting me into the ‘Just Friends’ family. I think the group has saved my sanity. – Jenny xx
The arranged outings are very good and give people that attend the club
something to look forward to. – Marion
Enjoy the company. Everybody is very friendly at Just Friends. – Anne
A very enjoyable club where you meet many different people and everyone is very friendly. – Pat
Having lost my wife this year, Just Friends has given me the chance to meet lovely people who have also lost their partners. Having come to terms with loss, the Just Friends family give you a way of making new friends. – Graham
I like meeting people at Just Friends. It’s good to enjoy conversation with other people and we enjoy outings and lunches together. – Maureen
I live on my own so having given up line dancing I joined Just Friends to get social contact. Very friendly and now going on lunches and walks. – Margaret
Very enjoyable company and events to attend. Well worth joining to spend several hours in the company of others who are also living on their own. – Val
When you’re on your own, it’s too easy to just sit at home and give up. Having Just Friends to look forward to and the companionship and laughs we have together is lovely. – Tricia
I really didn’t think Just Friends was for me until my friend persuaded me to come. It’s wonderful, I have never regretted it. I have met so many people, I can’t say I’m lonely again. – Anon
One of our Hastings members has been very creative and customised her mobility scooter. What a great idea! Well done Jayne!
Arundel Coach Outing
Just Friends had a lovely day out recently visiting Arundel Castle. Thirty Members went to see the spectacular tulip festival in the beautiful gardens and grounds and ten members also went into the Castle, which is well worth the extra money, to see a fully “working” castle as well as the original 12th Century Keep. You can see some of the photos taken on the day below.
On 23rd April Just Friends held their 6th anniversary lunch at Taylor’s Sports Bar, Eastbourne. A great time was had by all! Here are a few photos from the day, captured beautifully by one of our members. Thank you Nicola!
Some Just Friends members recently enjoyed a coach trip to Leeds Castle. A great time was had by all!
