A new Community Support Directory website has been launched to offer a comprehensive and easy to use platform dedicated to informing local residents of what support services, organisations and community groups are available locally. Please visit www.altoncommunitysupportdirectory.co.uk
This directory was created by Alton Town Council with the support of the A31 Primary Care Network Social Prescribers Team and the Alton Health and Wellbeing Forum. This directory aims to connect people with community groups and other services, enabling practical and emotional support to be provided and help people with their health and wellbeing. We would like to thank EHDC District Councillors Graham Hill and Suzie Burns who funded this project with their District Councillor Community Grants.
Whether you need support for a medical condition; are looking for ways to improve your mental health and wellbeing; need help for an older person; are looking for support for your family or a young person are in need of financial help and don’t know where to turn; need assistance with accessibility, mobility and community transport services; would like to make new community connections; or are just looking to volunteer within our community, this website can direct you to the right place.
There is also a section to inform local support groups, community organisations and charities where they might be able to apply for grants and funding to support the important work that they do for our community.
There will also be a limited number of booklets available soon for those who cannot access the website, and these will be available from the A31 Primary Care Network Social Prescribers Team at Chawton Park Surgery, The Wilson Practice and Boundaries Surgery. As well as local support services like Dementia Friendly Alton Group located at the Alton Assembly Rooms and the Alton Citizens Advice located in the Market Square.
Alton Town Mayor, Cllr Ben Hamlin said “There is a small army of volunteers and professionals in Alton, seeking to improve the lives of Altonians of all ages. But it can still not be easy to find help of the specific kind that is needed. This directory is designed to provide up-to-date information on all the health and wellbeing services available in Alton. If you see a gap, let us know.”
If you would like to request a local community support listing to be added to the directory there will be monthly updates so please email Emily-Jane Messenger on .
