By Isle of Wight Observer
Islanders are being asked to help shape the future of a service which supports people to live independently, stay healthy, and access help before problems become more serious.
The Isle of Wight Council’s adult social care and public health teams, alongside NHS Hampshire & Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, have launched a public engagement exercise on the future of the Living Well & Early Help Service.
The service provides early intervention and support for Island residents aged 18 and over, helping them maintain their independence and wellbeing.
With the current contract due to end, views are being sought from residents, carers, community and voluntary groups, and social care and healthcare professionals. People who have not previously used the service are also encouraged to respond.
The survey asks what people value about existing services, where there are gaps and what improvements could be made. It closes on November 30.
You can complete the survey at iw.observer/living-well-survey.
Four drop-in sessions will also be held: Parklands Dementia Resource Centre, Cowes, November 4, 2.30pm-4.30pm; West Wight Sports Centre Café, Freshwater, November 9, 1pm-3pm; Ryde Library, November 10, 10am-noon; and Quay Arts café, Newport, November 11, 11am-noon.
Laura Gaudion, director of adult social care and public health, said: “By having your say through completing the survey and taking part in the drop-in sessions, you can play a direct part in shaping how we support local people and our communities in the years ahead.”
Cllr James Whelan, chairman of the adult social care, public health and housing needs committee, added: “Good public services are built around the people who use them.”