Community Connectors

Tender description

Wirral Council is seeking proposals from suitably qualified and experienced providers for the provision of a Community Connectors Service. The service provider will establish a network of community connectors within Wirral communities to tackle the issue of social isolation and promote active inclusion to support resident mental health and wellbeing. The community connectors will provide outreach and one to one support to encourage greater access to social groups and activities within the community and existing mainstream services. The service provider will also develop a network of volunteer community connectors, providing volunteer training and a programme of volunteer support during the lifetime of the contract. The successful bidder will be expected to establish strong links with third sector organisations, community providers and health and social care services in order to effectively deliver this service