In 2018 Frederick Smith decided to start a group to help combat the effects of loneliness. Membership in Eastbourne grew quickly with demands for branches in Bexhill and Newhaven. Another branch has opened in Hastings over the summer of 2022.
Frederick’s mottoes are ”farewell to loneliness” and “Don’t be Shy – Give us a Try ”
We run a full calendar of events and whilst we have a different group in each area there is no reason why you cannot join in with an activity in any area. Our events include walking groups, lunches, social get togethers, the theatre, the Blue Bell Railway, castles, gardens and anywhere our members would like to go.
We want to reach out to all those living alone and invite them to join us.
Just Friends is a Registered Charity no 1196623.
There is No Age Limit, No Membership Fee and No Expectation.
Just Friends Founder and CEO, Frederick Smith, recently took part in an interview with Shaun Crowhurst of Radio DGH. You can hear the interview below.
Just Friends thank Radio DGH for hosting us and helping us to spread awareness of our charity.
Howden Insurance in Eastbourne very kindly organised a coffee morning for Just Friends. Attended by Branches Manager, Sue and Chairman Frederick Smith.
Just Friends thank Howden Insurance for their support. Pictured below.
In order to be more effective in providing our services to members, Just Friends are collaborating with the following charities and organisations:
FAIR
SCDA
SCF
Touch of Gentleness
Wellbody Wellmind Wellbeing
Lewes Town Council
Newhaven Town Council
Seaford Town Council