Monifieth Befriending Scheme's project will reduce social isolation of older people through the provision of a befriending service in Monifieth, Angus. The project will also offer help and support via befriending to people of any age who have suffered a recent bereavement. Funded through the Big Lottery Fund's 'Supporting 21st Century Life' area of investment, project activities will include training volunteers to visit the homes of people and provide a professional befriending service.