This section of the website includes links to useful information for residents, communities and those involved in running community groups. You will also be able to get updates on relevant communities-related issues, as well as find some inspirational case studies from local community projects.
Below is a list of topics of interest:
Adult Social Care Information and Support Directory
An online directory where you can find details of care and health services, as well as advice and support for children, young people, families and adults in the Leicestershire area.
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Get help with developing a plan to provide support in the community for those who need it when normal services are disrupted
Co-Production (Adult Social Care)
Co-Production is all about bringing people, ideas, knowledge and experience together to design and deliver care and support services which achieve the best possible results.
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Guidance, information and signposting about Coronavirus
Leicestershire Equalities Challenge Group
The Leicestershire Equalities Challenge Group (LECG) brings together a partnership of people and organisations across the county that have a strong commitment to maximise equality of outcomes in Leicestershire.
LeicesterShire Inter Faith Forum
The Forum promotes greater understanding and awareness of religion, faith and belief. The Forum is also a member of the UK Inter Faith Network.
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LLR Prepared is the Local Resilience Forum for the policing area covering Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland. Specific organisations within a policing area work together to prepare for, respond to and recover from different emergencies.
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Local Area Coordination is a model of support which focuses on identifying and supporting those who need help before they hit crisis and working towards building an inclusive supportive community around them.
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A network of local community groups providing their neighbourhoods with places where everyone can feel safe to belong, connect and contribute.
Tackling Loneliness in Leicestershire
Information about Leicestershire County Council's work with partners to tackle loneliness and social isolation
Afghan Refugees - Information and Support
Information and support for people from Afghanistan settling into life in the UK
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The Cultural Communities Network is a network of local culture hubs, bringing local groups and individuals together to create, experience and enjoy a wide variety of culture programmes in their own towns and villages
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Online information, advice and guidance for families in Leicestershire, including those who have children or young people with special educational needs or disability. The service provides links to a range of useful local organisations and activities, including childcare providers, support groups and education and learning support.
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First Contact Plus is a website which provides links to a range of health and wellbeing support services provided across Leicestershire
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A unique community-led charity that has been pivotal in establishing Leicester and Leicestershire as a unique place where people of all races, faiths and backgrounds live, learn and work together.
Less Waste - Talks with the Community
The Waste and Environment team, which is part of Environment and Transport at Leicestershire County Council, offer a wide range of talks and workshops to schools and community groups on waste prevention, recycling and composting.
Carer Awareness Learning (PDF, 1.4 Mb)
Presentation designed to support local communities and district and borough councils on carer awareness.
