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The Natter Network

Shirecliffe · Sheffield

Companionship for the People You Support in Shirecliffe

Companionship can add another dimension to someone's day. The Natter Network helps carers across Shirecliffe bring more of it to the people they support.

Find Companionship to Complement CareHow it works
  • Verified members, aged 65 and over
  • Your phone number stays private
  • No apps, no computer — just a phone call
  • Two weeks free. Then £14.99/month, or £7.99 with Natter Support
An older person enjoying a friendly telephone call at home in Shirecliffe

This Is Where The Natter Network Comes In

You already know how much difference a good conversation can make to someone's wellbeing. The Natter Network makes it easy to arrange, without adding to your workload. Once matched through The Natter Network, the person you care for has someone reliable to talk to between visits: a small addition that can noticeably lift their week.

  • Someone to look forward to talking to each week
  • Matched on what you enjoy, not picked at random
  • Everyone is verified before an introduction is made
Who it's for
An older member relaxing in the garden after a natter

How it works

  1. 1

    Tell Us About the Person You Support

    Share a little about their interests and personality.

  2. 2

    We Make a Thoughtful Match

    We find someone genuinely compatible, arranged around your care visits.

  3. 3

    Conversation Begins

    Regular, matched conversation becomes part of their week.

See how it works in full

Companionship Close to Home in Shirecliffe

Across Shirecliffe, including areas like Southey Green, Shiregreen and High Wincobank, The Natter Network can match the people you support with someone to talk to close to home.

About Shirecliffe

Shirecliffe sits in and around Sheffield 8TX, in Sheffield.

Postcode area: S5. Members join from every street in Shirecliffe — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.

Neighbouring areas we also cover: Southey Green, Shiregreen, High Wincobank, Parson Cross, Fir Vale.

Senior adults nearby — Steel City Seniors

Sheffield is home to over 100,000 residents aged 65+, representing around 18% of its 580,000 population, with demand for friendship and companionship spread across its diverse residential communities.

An older man in Shirecliffe laughing during a phone conversation at home

Common questions

How does this fit alongside an existing care plan?

The Natter Network is designed to complement care, not replace it: conversation is arranged around existing visits, not instead of them.

How do I introduce someone to The Natter Network?

A simple introduction is usually all it takes. Get in touch, tell us a little about the person, and we'll take it from there.

Will the match understand the person's needs?

Matching takes personality and interests into account, so conversation feels natural and appropriate to the person.

Does this cost the person I support anything?

We'll talk through any costs clearly and openly before anything is arranged, with no pressure to commit.

How often would they speak to their match?

As often as suits them: some prefer a weekly chat, others more frequent contact. It's flexible around their routine.

Membership

Setting up your profile is free. Once your profile and verification are finished, your first two weeks are free — cancel any time. Membership covers your calls, reminders and the checks that keep the Network trustworthy.

Standard

£14.99a month

Less than 50p a day — about the price of a cup of tea.

Natter Support

£7.99a month

If you receive Pension Credit — the very same service, under 27p a day.

Find Companionship to Complement Care

Find Companionship to Complement Care

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