Oddfellows friendship guides

Friends are undoubtedly good for us. But we all have different ideas of what a friend is. What type of friends do you need in your life? Give our 'friendship needs' exercise a try.

There are lots of places you might go to find friendship. We asked our members for their advice on the best things to do to find like-minded people.

There are lots of things that get in the way of us making friends. Not knowing how to start or where to look can be an issue. For many it’s lack of self-confidence. We’ve pulled together some tips to help you feel more confident.

Read Clinical Psychologist Dr Jennifer Wild's expert advice on how to feel supported, confident and fulfilled in retirement.

Anyone who has experienced grief knows it doesn’t follow rules – you may feel hopeful one day and be overcome with emotion the next. According to Dr Jennifer Wild, the key is moving forward with your grief and using it as your greatest strength.

Moving to a new town or city is daunting at any age, but when you relocate your entire life in later years, it can be even more difficult to find your feet. Check out Dr Jennifer Wild's expert tips on how to feel more settled.

Walking into a room full of strangers can feel daunting. If you want to build your conversation confidence, have a read of these top tips.

If you'd like to give one of our meet-ups a try but want to know more about them first, read this guide on what to expect at an Oddfellows social event.

Our Care and Welfare Officer Andrea Libman shares her advice on how to make those first steps to joining in again feel easier.

Beyond the happy memories, building a strong support network is one of the most important factors in helping us maintain positive mental health.

The best way to get to know your new town is to meet the people within it.

We asked Dr Jennifer Wild for her expert take on why having the support of friends is essential to living well, and how best to find and nurture them.