The feeling is mutual
Since 1877, we’ve grown by caring for the health and wellbeing of the people and community we know so well.
Membership Benefits
Financial support if you can’t work plus money back on everyday health and household costs
Affordable Sickness Benefit Cover – from just £14.95 per month
100% of claims paid three years in a row.
Welcome to Gravesham Friendly
We’re here to support you through life’s unexpected challenges.
Our membership helps provide financial support if illness prevents you from working while also helping with everyday health and household costs throughout the year.
Why choose Gravesham Friendly?
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Simple, straightforward application process
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No medical underwriting or lengthy health questionnaires
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Pre-existing conditions covered
- Weekly financial support if you are unable to work
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Money back on everyday health and household costs
Choose the level of cover that suits your needs:
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£100 per week sickness benefit cover
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£250 per week sickness benefit cover
Member benefit grants help you with:
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Dental treatment and optical costs
- Medical and therapy expenses
- Hospital stays and Maternity/Paternity support
- Housing and Education costs
You can change your level of cover if your circumstances change in the future.
Membership options are available for individuals, small businesses, families, clubs, societies and not for profit organisations.
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Sickness Benefit Insurance
Receive weekly payments if illness or injury prevent you from working. Choose between two cover options: £100 per week or £250 per week when you are unable to work. -
Membership Benefits
Up to £500 per year to spend on dental, optical, medical, maternity, hospitalisation, housing and education costs. Plus a free will writing service from Squiggle Consult and a death benefit of up to £5,000 to ease the burden on your loved ones. -
GF Extra
Access to money saving shopping discounts and 24 hour health and wellbeing helpline.
Why Gravesham Friendly?
Proud to Be a Mutual – Built for Our Members, Not for Profit
Gravesham Friendly is a Friendly Society—sometimes called a Mutual. That means we exist for the benefit of our members, not shareholders. We reinvest profits into valuable member benefits and always strive to deliver outstanding service. It’s no surprise so many of our members recommend us to their family and friends.
Our Vision
To provide financial support during times of illness or hardship, while enriching the Gravesham community and environment.
Why Choose Us?
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Member-focused – No shareholders. All profits go back to you through benefits you’ve told us you value.
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Established in 1877 – One of the UK’s oldest and most trusted Mutuals.
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Transparent cover – Straightforward policy documents with no hidden exclusions.
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Fast and fair claims – 95% of claims approved within just 3 working days.
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Exceptional satisfaction – Industry-leading 4.9/5 member rating.
What Our Members Say
Since 1877, our members have been at the heart of everything we do. Their feedback inspires us—and reminds us why we do what we do.
How our members have benefited
10/10 for customer service and value for money. Just perfect.
How to Easily Claim Gravesham Friendly Benefits
The easy way to claim Gravesham Friendly benefits using a tablet or smartphone 📱
How to make your Gravesham Friendly sickness benefit and member benefit claims