Village Agents
Connecting people living in rural areas of B&NES and also Combe Down with information, support, professional services and advice.
Now covering most rural areas of B&NES plus Combe Down and Foxhill. Not available in Keynsham or Saltford for direct support but we can signpost you to appropriate services.
- Free, confidential with you at the centre of solutions.
- Delivered by a friendly local team.
- For people living is rural areas with less easy access to transport and services that keep you living well and independently.
- Matching you with professional services when you are overwhelmed.
- Signposting to support for mental health and wellbeing.
- Finding the best solution for your needs closer to where you live.
- Supporting local people to set up new social groups to combat social isolation.
- Helping people avoid hospital admission and get home from hospital sooner.
- Providing a link with those who need support with help at home.
We are an active partner of the Community Wellbeing Hub, making direct referrals to specialist advice and support services in the partnership.
You may call us to discuss your own situation. If you are supporting someone else, please seek their permission to discuss their needs.
Professionals can make a referral using the form provided on our website or through the Community Wellbeing Hub Riviam portal.