Three older women sitting around a table eating ice cream

The Good Friends Cafe

About

The Good Friends Cafe is a monthly FREE coffee morning run by GoodOaks Homecare which offers tea, coffee, chat, quizzes and other activities for elderly people within the community. 

The initiative is all about building friendships and nurturing connections that matter. For those who might be feeling isolated or are simply looking to expand our social circle, this space offers a wonderful opportunity to do so in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Fun, Friendship, and Free Refreshments! 

  • Join the fun and win exciting prizes
  • Enjoy delicious treats
  • Hear helpful tips for daily living
  • Connect with old friends and meet new ones!
  • Games, talks and prizes

Monthly, 10-11.30AM, first Thursday of the month

Belgique Woodford Café: 11 The Broadway, Woodford Green IG8 0HL (Wheelchair Accessible)

 

Online Training for Carers 

GoodOaks offer a series of free e-learning courses for carers 

https://academy.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/collections/public

 

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Contact Details

Contact: Elizabeth Turner

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