Recommendations for communities

✅ When planning activity to connect people, consider accessibility from the start. This might mean thinking about travel and what is available to enable people to join in, for example offering to share a lift, cycle or take the bus together, or knowing what the community transport options are.
✅ Understand what is available in the community and build networks. Your Circle has a wealth of information on local initiatives, while Know Your Patch (KYP) builds networks of organisations in each district in Gloucestershire for those working with individuals and groups to help people stay independent for longer and to lead full and happier lives. These networks also help connect VSCE and statutory organisations together for effective partnership working.
✅ Consider a range of ways to bring people together which do not increase the digital divide and give those that need and value face to face contact a way to connect. Read more about the digital divide.