Social isolation funding made available in Suffolk

A funding programme which supports people struggling with social isolation and loneliness is now accepting new applications.

The Hidden Needs Programme was originally launched by East Suffolk Council in 2018 to support older people and families with limited resources.

The scheme was then relaunched in June this year in response to Covid-19 with a fund of £100,000 and adapted it to help fund projects which supports people of all ages.

Councillor Letitia Smith, East Suffolk’s cabinet member for Communities, Leisure and Tourism, said: “The pandemic has caused, and continues to cause, additional challenges for those who were already struggling with social isolation and loneliness. I would encourage community groups and voluntary organisations to apply for this funding which will help support and connect vulnerable people during this challenging time.”