Good company, close to home

A little company.
A brighter day.

A friendly face at the door. A meal dropped off. Someone who has time to listen.

Companionship for older adults, for the everyday moments that mean so much.

Plan a friendly visit How it works

For yourself, a parent, or someone you care about.

An older woman and a younger companion sharing a cheerful moment over tea in a garden
A cuppa. A chat. A connection.

Small moments. Something to look forward to.

Simple from the first hello

  1. Tell us what would helpChoose a visit for yourself or someone you love.
  2. Agree the detailsWe’ll confirm your area, companion, support and price before booking.
  3. Enjoy a friendly visitOne-off or regular company at home, subject to availability.
A helping hand. A friendly face.

Your day. Your pace.
Your kind of company.

Company & conversation

A cuppa, a favourite game or a chat about your week. Unhurried time together, doing the things you enjoy.

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Food & everyday essentials

Meals or groceries brought to your door with a friendly hello, making everyday life a little easier.

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A listening ear

Someone who takes time to listen, share a moment and offer kind, friendly emotional support.

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Sometimes, the best part
of the day is someone
popping in.

THE IDEA BEHIND POPINPAL
For you. And the people you love.

Close at heart.
Even from a distance.

You may live around the corner or miles away. When you can’t always be there, a little extra company can help your loved one feel connected.

  • Visits shaped around their interests
  • Respect for their choices and independence
  • Practical help, with a personal touch

PopInPal is a companionship service. Personal care, nursing, medication support and professional counselling are outside the services described here.

INTRODUCING POPINPAL

Let’s start with
a friendly hello.

What would make the day a little better? Put together a visit plan for yourself or someone you love.

Let’s talk about your visit
Send us your preferences and contact details, and we can get in touch to discuss a visit. Sending an enquiry does not confirm a booking; availability and pricing will be agreed with you first.

No payment is taken with this enquiry. We’ll confirm the price and payment arrangements before your visit.

Please enter your own contact details, even if the visit is for someone else. Please do not include medical information.

The moments that matter

Kind words from our community.

“I really enjoy the cup of tea and chat.”
Beryl · Dagenham
Close to home

A friendly face in your area.

We currently cover London, Essex, Suffolk and Sussex. Choose a county on the map to check your area.

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Southern England · Select a county to see coverage

Our coverage

Good company, nearby.

Select an area to see whether PopInPal visits are available there.

Visits are subject to companion availability. We’ll confirm the details with you when you enquire.

Boundary data: UK Ceremonial Counties, derived from ONS ward data. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Boundaries simplified for display; London is shown as one area.

A few things you may be wondering.

Can I arrange a visit for a parent or relative?

Yes, that is part of the PopInPal idea. The person receiving the visit should be involved in choosing their support and agree to the arrangements. You can use the planner to explore a visit for them.

Is PopInPal a care or medical service?

The services described here are friendly companionship, food drop-offs and non-clinical emotional support. They do not include personal care, nursing, medication management or professional therapy. PopInPal is not an emergency service.

How much does a visit cost?

We’ll agree the price and length of your visit with you before booking, including any separate food, shopping or delivery costs. You can request cash or contactless payment when you enquire, and we’ll confirm the arrangements with you. Online payments are not available on this website yet.

Can I book a one-off visit?

PopInPal is being designed for temporary companionship, including one-off visits and regular company. The visit planner lets you explore both options; send an enquiry and we can discuss availability with you.

Will companions be qualified, DBS checked and first-aid trained?

Our planned requirements are for every PopInPal companion to complete an appropriate DBS check and hold up-to-date first-aid training before carrying out visits. We will also review relevant qualifications and experience to ensure they are suited to the companionship and practical support they provide. Full details of our checks and training requirements will be published before bookings open.

A friendly face can make all the difference.

A little company starts with a little hello.

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