Blog: How can you place a value on Community Led Support?
Mike Richardson, Community Led Support Site lead and data specialist, writes about some of the thinking behind our new Valuing Community Led Support report.
News (Rethinking Organisations)
CLS Heroes: Neil Jane and Kim
Derby Direct, LAC and Community Action Derby have worked closely together to develop the 'Community Hub'. This was initially a quick pandemic response in relation to shielding but has developed into much more
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Leigh is the person in Hartlepool who champions CLS more than anyone else. She thinks creatively, develops innovative solutions and works incredibly hard with VCS partners to make change happen and improve outcomes for people
CLS Hero: Michelle Dennett
Michelle's passion and commitment to really engaging the community and services in doing things differently has been inspiring and she is going to be an asset in how we take things forward in Salford.
CLS Hero: Rachael Byram
Despite incredible pressures through the pandemic, Rachael has led the screening officers through good conversations and really pushed the principals of CLS.
CLS Hero: Mary Hastings
Over the last ten years Mary has given her time and expertise to working with the council to help embed strengths based practice and improve the experience of people who need support.
CLS Heroes: Burslem CLS Innovation Team
This team began their CLS Journey during the 2nd Lockdown in January 2021 virtually, continuing the virtual journey until restrictions lifted. The innovation team remained, passionate, innovative, dedicated, respectful of partner views and opinions, flexible and most importantly
CLS Hero: Jenny Youngs
Jenny is a kind, approachable and very helpful person. I've seen Jenny embrace this new way of working with the right attitude and professionalism.
CLS Hero: Billie Hassan
Billie has proactively sought new opportunities to connect with individuals and communities. This has included liaising with Morrison's superstore and getting a weekly drop in slot and being able to place leaflets in food boxes that go out to
CLS Heroes: Jackie and Chris
The work of Jackie and Chris has been exceptional. They are able to signpost but also provide information and advice. They are the face of the community and have been able to build trusting relationships with people so that they are able to feel confident