Suggest a Diner

If you know an older person who might benefit from a home-cooked meal delivered to them by a friendly neighbour, tell them about Casserole Club then let us know.

The beginning of a beautiful friendship

Robert and Jess really enjoy their weekly visits and Jess often stays for a chat and to exchange stories. As film buff Robert said when they first met “this could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship".

Sharing food and laughter

Margaret was one of Casserole’s first Diners. She and her cook Kathy have shared regular meals together since Oct 2014. Margaret says: “It’s a nice idea, especially for those who can’t get out”.

Every now and then

Mark does try to get out when he can but spends most of his time on his own. It really helps break up the day when Casserole Cook Monique comes to share a plate.

Sounds good, what's next

Check to see if Casserole is live where the person lives.

Ask them if they’d like a neighbour to deliver them a meal every now and then.

If they’d like to meet a neighbour, refer them to us here.

Let them know we’ll be in touch by phone to introduce them to Casserole Club.

Building a safe community

We keep in touch with our Diners

Our Diners are important to us and we take extra care to make sure they feel safe and comfortable with the food and company they are receiving from their Cook. We check in with Diners over the phone and always tell them about a new Cook before we introduce them.

We check our Cooks

Before our volunteers become Casserole Cooks they go through a safeguarding process that includes a food safety quiz and a police records check (free to volunteers). We also keep in contact with them to see that everything is going ok with their Diner.

We need your help

We know that potential Diners can get upset if they get a call that they aren’t expecting. Help them (and us) by telling them about Casserole before you refer them. Even if Diners aren’t sure they want to join, we can still have a chat and answer any questions they may have over the phone.

Some of our Cooks

I joined the Casserole Club as I realised it matched my love of cooking with being able to help someone else. I've had great fun trying out new recipes to share. I've made a real friend.

Sandy

Tries new things

I always cook too much so it’s an easy way for me to make a positive contribution – plus my daughter and I have made a new friend!

Jess

Enjoys making friends

I joined Casserole because our family likes home cooking and I believe it important for my children to develop a strong sense of community.

Monique

Loves her community