Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council · Awarded contract

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Social Inclusion Project for Aging Population in Dearne Area, Barnsley

Awarded 30 Jun 2022

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Awarded30 Jun 2022

Value£83,915.00

SupplierB:Friend

AgencyBarnsley Metropolitan Borough Council

RegionYorkshire and The Humber

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Ended 1y 4mo ago3y term

Awarded 30 June 2022Expired 29 June 2025

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Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council awarded a contract to B:Friend for the delivery of a social inclusion project in the Dearne Area of Barnsley, valued at AUD 83,915.

The project aims to further develop the existing service over a three-year period to meet the needs of the aging population.

The provider will recruit, train, and retain volunteers of all ages to serve as befrienders and social club assistants, and will work with existing organisations to recruit beneficiaries.

The project includes social value objectives such as increasing volunteering, reducing loneliness and isolation, and collaborating with partners including Age UK, BMBC Health & Social Care, Clinical Commissioning Group, and Public Health.

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