Mereside · Blackpool
Give Your Mum or Dad in Mereside Someone Great to Talk To
If your mum or dad in Mereside has always loved a good chat, The Natter Network can help make sure they get plenty more of it.
- 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
This Is Where The Natter Network Comes In
Whatever your parent loves talking about, The Natter Network can match them with someone in Mereside who's just as keen to hear about it. The Natter Network matches your parent with someone based on shared interests, so the conversation feels natural and enjoyable from the very first chat.
- 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
How it works
- 1
Tell Us About Your Parent
Share a little about their interests and what they'd enjoy.
- 2
We Make a Thoughtful Match
We find someone genuinely compatible for them to talk to.
- 3
They Start Talking, On Their Terms
Regular conversation, arranged around their life and yours.
Companionship Close to Home in Mereside
Whether your parent is closer to Mythop or Great Marton Moss, The Natter Network can match them with a great conversation partner in Mereside.
About Mereside
Mereside sits in and around Blackpool 4QA, in Blackpool.
Postcode area: FY4. Members join from every street in Mereside — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.
Neighbouring areas we also cover: Mythop, Great Marton Moss, South Shore, Marton Fold, Peel Hill.
Senior adults nearby — Seaside Retirement Haven
Blackpool has one of the highest concentrations of older adults on the Lancashire coast, with nearly 20% of residents aged 65+ and significant social care needs.
Common questions
How do I know what kind of match would suit my parent?
Just tell The Natter Network about their interests and personality when you get in touch. We'll use that to find someone they're genuinely likely to enjoy talking to.
What if my parent is shy at first?
That's completely normal, especially with someone new. Matches are chosen to be easy to talk to, and there's no pressure to open up immediately.
Can I help set up the first conversation?
Yes. Many families like to help get things started, especially for the first chat, and you're welcome to be as involved as suits your parent.
How often would they talk to their match?
As often as your parent would like: some enjoy a weekly chat, others more regularly. It's flexible around their week.
Is this different from just calling them myself more often?
It's meant to complement your calls and visits, giving your parent an additional, regular source of great conversation.
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.
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