Connect Learning Update: Building connections alongside residents
Our latest Connect learning report delves into what relationship-led, neighbourhood-based support looks like in practice, with resident updates, key figures and system learning.
Social Isolation
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Veteran Friendly Framework: our evaluation shows new programme enhances life for veterans in care
Our evaluation finds the Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) is helping veterans in residential care across England feel more connected and less isolated.
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Learning from Care City: Florrie, our Intern’s Journey into Community, Connection and Innovation
During her five-week internship, Florrie explored how Care City’s Connect project builds stronger, more connected communities and discovered lessons she’ll carry far beyond graduation.
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One Year of Connect – Watch the Celebration
Over the past 12 months, residents, community groups and public services in Barking and Dagenham have been building something extraordinary together.
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Lessons from The Attic Project: Creating Spaces That Truly Support People
Heather Howarth shares her visit to The Attic Project. Their approach to building belonging, confidence, and connection offers valuable lessons for our Connect project in Barking & Dagenham.
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Learning across divides: bringing neighbourhoods together to work more effectively against social isolation in “Connect”
Michael Robert’s blog shares how the Connect project is enabling community-driven solutions to social isolation.
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Fighting Fuel Poverty Together: Community Solutions for Healthier, Resilient Futures
Our work aligns closely with the recently published LSE Policy Brief, highlighting shared priorities and strategies for addressing fuel poverty and fostering resilience.
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Tackling Fuel Poverty in Barking & Dagenham: A Community-Led Approach
This Impact Report shares how we tackled fuel poverty by delivering practical support, fostering social connections, and improving access to health and energy resources for vulnerable residents.
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Design Thinking, Journey Mapping, Prototyping. Project reflections from our intern
As we say goodbye to our wonderful LIS intern Sarah Trott, she shares her final reflections on working with Care City and, amongst many other learnings, how to get to grips with Miro boards!