A pair of Glasgow locals have become unlikely pals thanks to a befriending service in the city.
Stephen McCarthy and Elin Cave's lives, arguably, couldn't be more different. Charity worker Stephen is a self-confessed book worm from the Gorbals who doesn't have much interaction with others beyond his part-time job. The 59-year-old was once 'desperate' for a listening ear and help in improving his mental wellbeing.
Meanwhile, between shifts at the Glasgow Science Centre, socialising with friends and heading to music festivals, Elin wanted to volunteer to 'give back'. The 23-year-old biochemistry graduate signed up in late 2020.
