Still Game star backs Age Scotland Friendship Calls to tackle loneliness

Still Game star, Greg Hemphill, has said he is proud to support Age Scotland's national Friendship Campaign to help tens of thousands of older people who are feeling increasingly isolated and lonely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The country's leading charity for older people, is encouraging anyone who is feeling alone to pick up the phone and call its free friendship line for a chat or just to have a friendly ear to listen.

The campaign, which launches today, [Monday June 8] aims to help older people stay connected, at a time when many are struggling, by offering a service which will support, comfort and reassure those in need.

Anyone calling the Age Scotland Helpline on 0800 12 44 222, which also offers advice and information for older people, can request a friendship call.

The campaign is backed by local radio advertising, featuring Greg Hemphill, and there will be flyers distributed through 469 pharmacies as well as posted to over 65s across Scotland.