Vision

Our vision is a society in which vulnerable and older people feel connected with and supported by their community

Mission

THFN exists to enhance the health and well-being of older socially isolated and vulnerable people through befriending, building connections, support, activities and advocacy

RESPECT

• We will listen carefully to what others say and value their views even if we do not agree with them
• We will treat everybody courteously and in a way which maintains their dignity and allows for differences.
• We will keep our minds open and receptive to people of other cultures, beliefs or lifestyle choices

CARING

• We will care about each other’s wellbeing
• We will bring compassion and warmth to our relationships with clients and colleagues
• We will welcome people from all backgrounds into our team and seek to ensure that our services are accessible to all who would benefit from them

TRUSTWORTHINESS

• We will act in a manner which builds trust with our clients and the community within which we work
• We will be open and honest
• We will honour our commitments
• We will learn from experience and be prepared to admit to mistakes
• We will maintain the confidentiality of matters relating to THFN, especially its clients

TEAMWORK

• We will work together to achieve the highest levels of professional excellence
• We will help and support each other
• We will work with our clients to help them to define and achieve their goals
• We will work collaboratively with our stakeholders