how can the voluntary & community sector help? graham collins

How can the Voluntary & Community Sector Help?

Graham Collins

Southwark is richly served by its vibrant communities

1,222 registered charities – £2bn income 2,000+ community groups

Providing a range of support, advice & activities – from knitting to skydiving

Southwark – vibrant communities

44,762 volunteers play a vital role

Volunteers ‘work’ 5 million hours per year

If paid, volunteers would cost £47.3m

Informal to formal – supporting people

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Volunteering is the anchor

Advocacy, advice and legal support

Home-care support – independently living

Supporting those who care for others

Family support – helping families succeed

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How can charities support me?

Anxious, feeling low or depressed

Feeling isolated and lonely

Living with and managing mental health

Keeping active and mobile

Learning and skills development

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What specifically can I get support with?

A visit to the GP – not the default position

How can your local community help?

Social prescribing – individual choice

Develop networks of support

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The GP is not the only place to go…

Contact CAS to locate services

Southwark Community Councils

Local community centres and TRA Halls

Local churches, libraries & neighbours

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How?

Any Questions?

www.casouthwark.org.uk

Main office number: 020 7358 7020

development@casouthwark.org.uk

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