As Christmas approaches, some of us will be spending time surrounded by family, friends, and the comfort of animal companionship. But for countless people in our community, this time of year can feel incredibly lonely and difficult.
At Our Special Friends, we see this every day. People who have lost their companions… individuals who are isolated by illness or unexpected circumstances… beloved pets who provide their only source of comfort and connection.
As Dorothy conveys in the video, “they are my life!”
Our Animal Companionship Support Services make sure that no one has to face life alone.
We’ve created a short video to share just how much your support means and the difference you make. Please take a moment to watch and share it.
This Christmas, we are launching our Gift of Companionship Appeal to ensure we can continue to provide emotional support, practical help, and life-changing connections between people and animals.
With demand for our services growing and funds tighter than ever before, we can’t do this without you.
Your gift—no matter the size—can make a powerful difference:
- £20 could help match a volunteer with someone who urgently needs support
- £50 could provide ongoing visits that transform a lonely person’s wellbeing and happiness
- £500 could help foster a much-loved animal at a time of crisis for their owner, reuniting them when it is safe to do so
This winter, you can give the most meaningful gift of all: companionship, hope, and connection when it’s needed most. Together, we can stop the bond from being broken.
If you can, please donate today and help change lives.
Please donate here
