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About Us
Combating Loneliness Through Community Connection
Just Good Friends North West is a charity based on the Fylde Coast in Lancashire. Our core mission focus is combating loneliness and isolation within our community.
We achieve this by bringing people together at regular events to help them nurture and create lasting friendships and providing a meaningful support network to our members.
What We Do
We change loneliness to happy, by increasing opportunities to socialise, meet new friends and enjoy life.
Regular Meetings
We hold regular meetings in the Lytham St Anne’s area, for anyone in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, all are welcome to join us.
Events
We hold regular fundraising events, volunteer events, birthday parties, theme nights and often invite entertainers to come along.
Working with Local Partners
Some of the organisations we work closely with are – AKS School, Fylde Borough Council, Beaverbrooks, Kings Trust, STEP and other local businesses.
Wish Lists
All members are invited to make a wish, which we work to grant several wishes each year, making members’ dreams come true.
Member Stories
Our members are always happy to share what a difference we have to their lives.
Day Trips and Holidays
We arrange day trips and holidays via a local coach tours business – our members love these trips and the time they spend together!
Our Impact
Just Good Friends in the community
The charity was established back in September 2012 by
our brilliant Founder and CEO Beverley Sykes after she
saw first hand the devastating effects that being lonely and
feeling isolated can do to people’s mental health and
general wellbeing.
We have grown steadily over the years under Bev’s
leadership to over 250 members, holding between 1-2
meetings and events per day, 7 days a week. Last year the
charity held over 400 local events in total.
Support our work
Whether it’s financial or physical, products, services or time, we always appreciate any offers of help you can provide.
Get Involved
If you’re looking for friendship, join us now.
We’re always very welcoming of new members, we were all new to the group once. Your journey starts by simply getting in touch.
Whether you’re looking to join us as a member or a supporter, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Your journey starts here.
Our Supporters
I accepted immediately, as I recognise the importance of the work being done in our local community.
I have been along to see the group in action and recently joined them on a walk around Fairhaven Lake, it was really wonderful to be able to talk to so many members and to hear about the tremendous support they receive, and the value they place on Just Good friends as a part of their lives.
I would strongly urge anyone who feels they are in need to reach out to Just Good Friends, where they will find a warm welcome and a support for any issues affecting them. There is always someone there to listen to them and then to offer practical assistance.
I offer my very best wishes to Just Good friends as they go forward.
Could You Be Our Next Trustee?
Just Good Friends North-West is looking for new trustees to help guide the charity through its next chapter. We’re a small charity on the Fylde Coast working to combat loneliness and social isolation. We bring people together, create friendships and provide a supportive community, with more than 250 members and activities running every day, from events to outings.
Being a trustee is a volunteer role with a real impact. You’ll use your skills and experience to support our growth and sustainability, and work alongside friendly, passionate people who care about making a difference. The commitment is flexible too, just a few hours a month.
You don’t need to have been a trustee before. We’re simply looking for people who care about our community, share our values and can bring skills, ideas and enthusiasm to the table.
If you’d like to find out more, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Bev Sykes at bev.sykes@justgoodfriends.org or on 07557 734233.
Help shape our future. Help change lives.
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