Independent research by nine Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) partners from across England, led by the Kent, Surrey and Sussex ARC.
The project was funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) National Priorities Programme for Adult Social Care and Work.
What the research covers
- How hubs are located, run and promoted.
- What people value when accessing support.
- Examples of good practice from across the UK.
- Practical considerations for local areas developing or reviewing hubs.
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This study was delivered in partnership with the NDTi Community Led Support (CLS) network.
It is one of five independent research projects led by this collaboration.
Connected research
Further research about Community Led Support
Valuing Community Led Support, 2023
This report is about the economic case for strengths-based Community Led Support. It uses previous evidence and learning and combines with fresh data collected from across the UK over a four year period.
Evidence and learning briefings, 2020
This suite of resources from 2020 shares a range of evidence and learning from a round up of data, stories and evaluation across the UK.
What works in Community Led Support, 2017
This is our first evaluation report that brings together learning and impact from nine local authorities.
