A NEW service to counter social isolation and boosting wellbeing has been launched in Frampton Cotterell.

The South Gloucestershire Community Connectors at Frome Valley Medical Centre, which officially launched on October 6, aims to help people in South Gloucestershire re-connect with each other and with what’s going on in their communities.

The free service, provided by housing association Curo and South Gloucestershire Council, links with GP surgeries, the voluntary sector and local community groups from across the whole district.

Support available includes information and guidance over the phone, face-to-face or by email as well as tailored help in getting people to play a more active role in their communities and setting up new groups.

Harriet Bosnell, Curo director of health, care and support, said: “This is a fantastic new service for anyone in South Gloucestershire who wants to boost their wellbeing or feels isolated.

“There’s so much going on in villages, towns and communities across the district, and our community connectors are here to help people make those all-important connections, whether that’s discovering a new coffee morning, volunteering for a good cause, or joining a local group. We can even help to get something started where there’s a gap.

“We’re working with GPs, health workers and community organisations to spread the word and help people access this new service.”

People can access the community connectors service directly by calling 0300 123 2464 or emailing communityconnectors@curo-group.co.uk

Alternatively, people can ask to be referred by health or support professionals such as council staff, GPs, community health and voluntary sector partners.