Help put a smile on the face of an older, isolated person.
Donate £10Transforming local lives
We support people affected by ill health, social isolation, low income or unemployment in central and west London. We help over 2000 people each year by:
- caring for older people through befriending and social activities
- supporting children and young people through inspirational projects and outreach work
- helping people into work through volunteering and training
Latest news & events view all
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27 Jun
Tamsin Greig to present Octavia Foundation Volunteer Awards
The Octavia Foundation is delighted to announce that actor Tamsin Greig, will be presenting the Octavia Foundation Volunteer Awards at Chelsea Old Town Hall on Thursday 29 June.
How we help more case studies
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Jean's story
a success story from our 'Tenants into Work' programme
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Learn2Earn: One service user's story
"My primary goals in attending the programme are to end my self-imposed isolation, and bring a little structure to my week."
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Kitty and Claire
Befriending promotes independence and reduces isolation.
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Gemma
Things feel more open to me now and I feel pushed and supported.