Commissioned Loneliness and Isolation Reduction Service for Older People in South Area Council

About

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council awarded a contract to Age UK Barnsley for establishing a service to address loneliness and isolation among older people in the four wards of the South Area Council.

The service aims to complement existing provision, increase security, independence, and health and well-being of older people at risk of or experiencing loneliness and isolation, and enhance understanding of social isolation in the area.

The provider is expected to contribute to the Council's corporate priorities and outcome statements, incorporating sustainability, community support, self-reliance, resilience, and reciprocity into service design and delivery.

Opportunities for work experience placements, apprenticeships, local labour, and maximizing local spend are also included.

The contract value is £120,000.