Central Bedfordshire Council have commissioned Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity to deliver a new community development project in Houghton Regis. The Time 2 Connect Houghton Regis project aims to connect residents with others in their community and involve them in community activities.

By developing the social infrastructure, community connections will be strengthened, allowing residents to become actively involved in their community. This will reduce social isolation, improve mental health, increase self-esteem and well-being and reduce health inequalities in the local population.

Residents will be invited to express their priorities and aspirations through local forums, consultations and a variety of media, designed to capture the thoughts and ideas of all sections of the community.

Community Connection Advisers will seek to bring residents together to build effective and trusting relationships. Existing strengths of individuals and groups will be identified to support the ongoing success of the project. Everyone has something to contribute and everyone will have a role to play in the positive development of their community.

To get involved or find out more please contact the Community Connections Adviser phone Bex on: 07392722296