Everyone deserves company
Loneliness is not a small thing. Around one in three older people in Scotland say they feel lonely some or most of the time. We exist to change that — one visit, one conversation, one shared pot of tea at a time.
Befriending & companionship · Glasgow & Ayr
A friendly face,a listening ear,right on your doorstep.
Brightside introduces carefully matched, PVG-checked befrienders to older people across Glasgow — for conversation, walks, appointments and everything in between.
100% PVG checked Glasgow, Ayr & surrounds No waiting lists
Every befriender PVG checked
Always starts with
A free chat
PVG checked & vettedEvery befriender, without exception
Flexible & fast to startVisits usually begin within days
Glasgow, Ayr & beyondGlasgow & surrounding towns, plus Ayr & South Ayrshire
Calls between visitsTelephone & video check-ins available
Why Brightside exists
A small company with a simple belief: nobody in Glasgow should feel invisible.
Time, not tasks
We don't clock-watch. Our befrienders stay for a proper chat, a slow wander round the park or a second cuppa — because unhurried time is the whole point.
Local and personal
Born in Glasgow, for Glasgow. We match every client with a befriender who shares their interests, stories and sense of humour — not just their postcode.
Peace of mind for families
When family lives far away, knowing someone kind is popping in matters. After every visit we send a short update, so you're never left wondering.
Who our service is for
Made for the people who make Glasgow
No assessments, no eligibility criteria, no waiting lists — if someone you love would benefit from company, they're exactly who we're here for.
Isolated or lonely seniors
Older people who spend too many days without a proper conversation or a reason to leave the house.
Families seeking reassurance
Sons, daughters and grandchildren living away, who want kind eyes and ears close to someone they love.
Life transitions
Retirement, bereavement, a move to a new home, or coming back from hospital — moments when company matters most.
Care home residents
Residents who'd love extra one-to-one time, a change of scene, or a trip out beyond the home's routine.
Rebuilding confidence
After an illness or a fall, gentle encouragement getting back out into the world, one short walk at a time.
Family carers
The husbands, wives and daughters who do the caring — and deserve a few hours off with complete peace of mind.
What we do
Companionship, in all its ordinary magic
From a blether over tea to an arm to lean on at the hospital — every visit is shaped around the person, never a checklist.
Companionship visits
Someone to talk to and spend proper time with — conversation, games, reminiscing over old photographs.
Walks, shopping & cafés
Gentle strolls, a hand with the weekly shop, or a favourite café for a slice of cake and a natter.
Appointment companions
A friendly escort to GP, hospital or hairdresser appointments — there and back, never rushed.
Telephone & video check-ins
Regular friendly calls to brighten the week and make sure everything's just as it should be.
Social outings & activities
Galleries, garden centres, community groups — rediscovering the people and places that bring joy.
Hospital settling-in
Warm, practical support in the first weeks after a hospital stay, helping someone feel at home again.
Light housekeeping & errands
A tidy-up together, prescriptions collected, parcels posted — the little jobs are easier with two.
Wellbeing & independent living
Friendly check-ins on how someone's really doing, with gentle help for post, paperwork and routines.
Care home & hospital befriending
Extra one-to-one company for care home residents, and warm support during and after hospital stays.
How it works
From first hello to familiar face, in four gentle steps
1
Say hello
Book a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll chat with you or your loved one about what's needed — over the phone or in person.
2
We find your match
We pair you with a PVG-checked befriender based on interests, personality, routine and locality. Chemistry matters.
3
A relaxed first visit
A gentle trial visit to make sure it feels right. Not the right fit? We'll happily introduce someone new.
4
A brighter routine
Regular visits settle into a comfortable rhythm — and after each one, families get a short update for complete peace of mind.
Kind words
“Dad talks about his Wednesday visits all week. It's given him back something to look forward to — and honestly, it's given us peace of mind we couldn't put a price on.”
Illustrative stories — real family testimonials will live here as Brightside grows.
Why families choose us
Private befriending, without the waiting list
Council and charity services do wonderful work — but they're stretched. Brightside is the flexible, personal alternative for families who'd rather not wait.
No waiting lists
Council and charity services are stretched thin. With Brightside, visits can usually begin within days of your consultation.
The same friendly face
Continuity builds trust. Your befriender is your befriender — not a rotating cast of strangers.
Completely flexible
Weekly, fortnightly, mornings, weekends — visits bend around real life, not the other way round. Pause anytime.
Families kept in the loop
Short updates after every visit mean sons, daughters and grandchildren always know how things are.
Every befriender
PVG checked
Flexible arrangements
Simple arrangements, shaped around you
One-off visits, monthly bundles or something in between — everything is invoiced monthly in arrears, so you only ever pay for visits that have happened.
Weekly Befriending Visit
One hour of warm conversation, tea, board games or sharing stories.
Weekly Companionship Bundle
A dedicated weekly visit plus check-ins and family updates. Our most loved arrangement.
Hospital Discharge Settling-In
Three visits across the first two weeks at home after a hospital stay.
Free consultation · No obligation
Ready for a little more brightness?
Book a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll listen first, then suggest the kindest next step — even if that isn't us.
Book a free consultation hello@bsbservices.co.ukCall us: 0141 255 1459 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) · Evenings & weekends: 07761 329702