Support group for lonely men receives funding for two more years

Date published: 11 July 2019

A support group for men suffering with loneliness started by a former policeman has received funding, cementing its continuation for another two years.

Peter Reed, 72, of Littleborough, began 'Blokes at Hare Hill House' in March 2019 after he realised through a Patient Participation Group – which allows patients to be involved with their GP practice – that there was a need to look after men who have become lonely or isolated.

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The group has now confirmed it can run for another two years after receiving funding from the Pennine Township.

‘Blokes’ – named for some of the causes of men becoming isolated – is much like an alcohol-free tap room of old, with a warm welcome, no prying and no awkward questions.

Having been met with a handshake and a smile, attendees can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, cakes and biscuits over a game of dominoes, cards or darts.

Blokes at Hare Hill House meets every Wednesday at 1.30pm:

Hare Hill House
Hare Hill Road
Littleborough
OL15 9HE

Photos kindly provided by Maurice Tennick