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Men's Befriending

What's it about?

Men's Space offers support and friendship mainly for men aged over 50 years old living in the Ladywood, Edgbaston and Harborne areas.

We aim to help every man to feel connected, supported and thrive in life, supporting men who are feeling isolated and lonely, and who are keen to meet others and try new things that help to engage in their community.

Men's Space is about:

Friendship
Support
Encouragement
Fun
Challenge
Adventure

Karis offers support and friendship to those who need it most. We want to come alongside men in need of this kind of support, acting as good neighbours and in really practical ways, to help them through whatever hardships are arising in their lives.

How can we help?

We run a range of activities that men can get involved in, providing support and encouragement, and enabling friendships to be formed that can help reduce isolation and loneliness. By meeting together, it will help our community to feel more connected and creates opportunities for men to have a sense of belonging and purpose.

We have four activity sessions a week and also provide one-to-one befriending. Our present activities include:

Walking for health
Gardening
Table tennis club
Coffee and chat morning

For further information please contact our Men's Space Project Coordinator, David Farrugia, on david.farrugia@karisneighbourscheme.org or phone the main office on 0121 455 7524.

In 2025, this work is kindly funded by Hortons Social Purpose Committee, Citizen Housing Group, National Garden Scheme and the IM Properties Fund