Communities Together East Anglia

Communities Together East Anglia is dedicated to reducing loneliness and social isolation across East Anglia, with a primary focus on Suffolk. We connect individuals and organisations to the support they need, working at county, regional, and hyper-local levels.

Our services include:

  • Community Transport: Mobility-accessible and inclusive transport for residents of Mid Suffolk, including tailored solutions like Connecting Communities and Rural Connect. Volunteer-led car transport is available for healthcare appointments, helping people maintain independence and access essential services.
  • Digital Connect: Friendly help to build digital skills and confidence, supporting you to manage health and wellbeing, book appointments, shop online, stay in touch with loved ones, and browse the internet. We aim to reduce digital isolation and empower independence.
  • Connect Together: We offer a wide range of social engagement opportunities, connecting people to local groups and activities throughout Suffolk. Our programs nurture connection, friendship, and mutual support within communities.
  • Befriending Service: Our volunteers provide regular telephone calls offering conversation, connection and a friendly voice when it’s needed most

Why choose us?

  • Over 30 years of experience supporting Suffolk communities
  • Accessible, inclusive, and friendly services
  • Strong partnerships and local knowledge

How to access: You can enquire about any of our services by phone, email, or via our online enquiry form. We welcome self-referrals, professional referrals, and volunteers.

Cost: Transport fees, details are provided upon enquiry. Community groups are all charged at £3 per person 

Get in touch today to find out how we can help you or someone you care for stay connected and supported in your community.

Categories:
Day centres
Activities for older people
Community and accessible transport
Counselling
Connecting with others
Getting active
Information and advice
Mental health
Services for older people
Transport and getting around
Volunteering
Veterans
Service access criteria:

Services are available to residents of Suffolk, primarily in Mid Suffolk. Some services may require booking or referral. We welcome self-referrals, professional referrals, and volunteers. Please contact us for specific eligibility and access details for each service.

Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Hearing impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Learning difficulty friendly
Physical disability friendly
Dementia friendly
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