Other community, social and personal services

Description

The Council currently funds a range of strategic services through the voluntary and community sector but arrangements are close to expiry. A consultation over the summer of 2017 engaged the local voluntary and community sector and the public in reviewing local need and desired outcomes for the future that would improve the wellbeing of people who live and work in the Borough and ensure best value for money. There is now a need to re-procure services for 2018-20. The provision of financial wellbeing services to support people with personal financial problems within the Borough of Wellingborough. The provision of a range of affordable community transport options to enable residents of the borough of Wellingborough to access services in the community; the priority to be older and disabled people. The provision of information, advice and business support services to voluntary and community organisations in the Borough of Wellingborough. The provision of accessible community facilities and services with an emphasis on enhancing the wellbeing of people from newly arrived or ethnic minority communities within the Borough of Wellingborough. The provision of affordable, local, accessible community facilities and services to enhance the wellbeing of residents living in the Hemmingwell area. The provision of affordable, local, accessible community facilities and services to enhance the wellbeing of residents living in the Queensway area. To provide an information, advice and support service to victims of discrimination or hate crime in the borough. The provision of a community counselling service alongside advocacy services for people with extra support needs.