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The Natter Network

Brightlingsea · Colchester

Give Your Parent in Brightlingsea a Little More Conversation

A little more conversation can make a real difference to someone's week. The Natter Network helps parents across Brightlingsea enjoy exactly that.

Find Companionship For a ParentHow 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 Brightlingsea

This Is Where The Natter Network Comes In

This isn't about replacing your visits or calls. The Natter Network simply gives your parent someone reliable to talk to in between, so the gaps feel a little less quiet. Once matched through The Natter Network, your parent has someone reliable to talk to on their own terms, giving you real peace of mind between your own visits and calls.

  • 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 Your Parent

    Share a little about their interests and what they'd enjoy.

  2. 2

    We Make a Thoughtful Match

    We find someone genuinely compatible for them to talk to.

  3. 3

    They Start Talking, On Their Terms

    Regular conversation, arranged around their life and yours.

See how it works in full

Companionship Close to Home in Brightlingsea

Brightlingsea is home to plenty of close, connected communities, including areas like Lamb Corner, East Bergholt and Cowey Green, and The Natter Network can find good company near wherever your parent lives.

About Brightlingsea

Postcode area: CO7. Members join from every street in Brightlingsea — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.

Neighbouring areas we also cover: Lamb Corner, East Bergholt, Cowey Green, Raven's Green, Hare Green.

Senior adults nearby — Home Counties Ageing

Essex is home to over 270,000 residents aged 65+, representing around 19% of its 1.4 million population, with strong demand for friendship and companionship across its towns and villages.

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

Common questions

Is The Natter Network safe for my parent to use?

Yes. Everyone matched is properly vetted, and you're welcome to be involved in setting things up for extra reassurance.

How often will my parent talk to their match?

As often as suits them: some enjoy a weekly catch up, others prefer more regular contact. It fits around your parent's life.

Can I stay involved once they're matched?

Absolutely. Many families like to check in occasionally, and you're always welcome to be as involved as your parent is comfortable with.

Does this replace the time I spend with them?

Not at all. The Natter Network is designed to complement your visits and calls, not replace them.

How do I set this up for my parent without it feeling like I'm taking over?

Many families simply mention they've heard of a friendly companionship service called The Natter Network and ask if their parent would like to give it a try. There's no pressure either way.

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 For a Parent

Find Companionship For a Parent

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