Community Support Services
Age UK South Gloucestershire
Age UK South Gloucestershire is an independent charity working in South Gloucestershire to offer support and services to older people. Find out more about us.
Bradley Stoke Families (and Surrounding Areas)
A friendly group for any bs32 or bs34 or any surrounding areas. Not a selling site necessarily, although you're welcome to post things if you like, more for just chatting and advice and information.
Facebook Group: Bradley Stoke Families (and Surrounding Areas)
Four Towns and Vale Link Community Transport – grant funded by Bradley Stoke Town Council
Four Towns and Vale Link Community Transport run transport to medical appointments and shopping trips as well as arranging trips and outings.
To book your travel or for further information, please call 01454 250 500, visit our website at www.4tvl.org.uk or email info@4tvl.org.uk
Good Neighbours Network
A good neighbours network is a small but structured group of volunteers who offer to do simple tasks for elderly neighbours or others in need. This might include things such as changing a light bulb, hanging a picture, offering some company, collecting prescriptions, giving someone a lift, help with filling in forms and much more. Good neighbours networks can foster a feeling of wellbeing not only for the residents who benefit from the help they receive, but also for the volunteers who gain a sense of purpose and a way of giving something back to the community.
South Gloucestershire Council are supporting people to set up networks in their area to help people to be involved and empowered in their own communities. Volunteers are encouraged to offer their services only for activities that they would feel happy and confident to carry out.
South Gloucestershire Council have produced a handbook which explains what a good neighbours network is, how it works and what needs to be done to make it a reality. It also gives useful information and sample documents to anyone developing a network in their area.
If you are thinking about setting up a good neighbours network in your area and would like some advice and support please contact South Gloucestershire Council.
Download: Good Neighbours Handbook (PDF)
See also:
- Council launches good neighbours initiative in partnership with Age UK South Gloucestershire
- Age UK South Gloucestershire
South Glos is a community where we care and look after each other
But in a busy world, some people are lonely and living in unsafe or difficult conditions.
You can be a good neighbour and help someone who is struggling:
- Drop in for a cup of tea and a chat, or leave a note if they don’t seem comfortable with face-to-face conversations
- Ask if they would like help mowing the lawn or mending simple things at home
- Offer to pick up groceries or prescriptions
- Ask if they need a lift to a medical appointment or to one of our Community Welcome Spaces to meet other people
- Help them set up a video call with their family
- Brighten their day with some flowers or a tasty treat
If you have concerns about someone aged over 50, Age UK South Gloucestershire can help. Call 01454 411707.
Great Western Air Ambulance Charity
Our Critical Care Team stand ready to save the lives of local people...
We provide emergency care to people who are in a state so critical that they require the specialist skills of our team at the scene of the accident or medical incident. Though we are part of the regional 999 response service and work closely with NHS hospitals, we are a charity entirely funded by local people just like you.
Website: greatwesternairambulance.com
Headway Bristol
We are a local independent charity with over 40 years of experience working to improve life after brain injury. We support adults and their families to work towards achieving long term improvements to the quality of their lives.
Website: headwaybristol.org.uk
Local Churches
The local churches are working together to support the local community, as far as they are able. If members of the community need assistance, the local churches can be contacted through the following websites:
Mamas Bristol CIC – grant funded by Bradley Stoke Town Council
Mamas Bristol is an established brand within the local community, providing a Swaps and Freebies service, Community Aid for signposting and most recently, our #MamasMealboxes initiative.
Website: www.mamasbristol.com
Downloads:
Skills Connect
Whether you're unemployed or in work, Skills Connect can offer free information, advice and guidance on planning the next step in your career.
Website: www.skillsconnect.org.uk
South Gloucestershire Citizens Advice Bureau – grant funded by Bradley Stoke Town Council
The Bradley Stoke branch of the Citizens Advice Bureau is open every Wednesday morning from 10.00am – 12 noon in the Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke, BS32 8HL.
The national telephone adviceline service continues to operate as normal Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
To find out more visit www.southgloscab.org.uk
Download the Report to Bradley Stoke Town Council – 2023/24 (PDF)
Video tour of our outreach session at the Jubilee Centre, Bradley Stoke
South Gloucestershire Council Community Services
Latest information on the South Gloucestershire Council updates on our services and what support is available.
To find out more visit southglos.gov.uk
Download a flyer about Local and financial support for South Gloucestershire (PDF).
Find information for adults, children and families | South Gloucestershire
Take the Credit
You could be entitled to Pension Credit on top of your state pension. PLUS extra cost of living payments. Even if you have savings.
Call 0800 953 7778 or visit a One Stop Shop
See also www.southglos.gov.uk/CostofLiving
Southern Brooks Community Partnership
Southern Brooks Community Partnership offers a range of support, assistance and advice.
To find out more visit southernbrooks.org.uk
Thinking About Volunteering?
Free support is available for residents living in Kingswood, Filton, Patchway, The Stokes & Yate to help you get started in roles across South Gloucestershire & Bristol.
For more information, contact Jess:
Tel: 07969 189485
Email: jessicabrassington@southernbrooks.org.uk
Your Experience Matters: Explore Volunteering After 65.
Connect, contribute, belong: Free volunteering support for residents 65+ in Kingswood, Patchway, Filton, The Stokes & Yate – Helping you find the right role in Bristol or South Gloucestershire.
For more information, contact Jess:
Tel: 07969 189485
Email: jessicabrassington@southernbrooks.org.uk
