Getting Out and Meeting People in Later Life: Local Groups, Learning, Volunteering and Telephone Friendship

Wishlist Share

About Course

Feeling lonely is common in later life, especially after retirement, a bereavement or a move. This course suggests practical ways to get out and meet people – from u3a learning groups and Men’s Sheds to local Age UK activities, volunteering and free telephone friendship – and how to take the first step safely.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider and is not connected to any of the organisations named. If you are feeling low for a long time, talk to your GP.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Find local groups and activities that suit your interests
  • Know about free services such as the Silver Line and telephone friendship
  • Take the first step to joining a group with more confidence
  • Stay safe when meeting new people

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Why getting out matters, and where to start
  • Volunteering and telephone friendship
  • Taking the first step, safely

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment

Student Ratings & Reviews

No Review Yet
No Review Yet

Want to receive push notifications for all major on-site activities?

✕