Norwich Cruse Book Group

A monthly reading group for ex clients of Cruse and others. It will meet where the group wishes as long as tea or coffee is available!

Why they need our service

Loneliness and lack of social confidence is often present in bereaved clients and others. Bereavement can lead to an inability to concentrate. Reading,including for those who have never really read before, can be a very positive activity whilst alone but by coming together to talk about it also gives a social opportunity. If members become happy to give their opinions in the group it can lead to increased confidence elsewhere too.

Plan and expected results

Increased confidence for members and perhaps the discovery of a new activity where members will also have the benefit of meeting others socially in a supportive group.

Latest activities and projects

Monday Group - aimed at older people moving on from Cruse

Monday Group offers mutual support, a cup of coffee and a meeting place in central Norwich for older men and women who may not have received help from Cruse but will have suffered a bereavement in the past and know that they are in an understanding environment. We talk to potential new members first in case they would be better to start with our one to one support. Cruse volunteers are on hand to help if required. read more

Norwich Cruse Book Group

A monthly reading group for ex clients of Cruse and others. It will meet where the group wishes as long as tea or coffee is available! read more