Article created : 06/05/2009

Learn about the new pilot project in Mid Essex, providing a face to face signposting service for local people in rural communities



You are invited to attend a FREE conference on Wednesday 17 June 2009 to learn more about a new partnership pilot project introducing 12 new Village Agents in Braintree, Chelmsford and Maldon from October 2009.

The Village Agents will work to provide trusted information, help and advice to local residents, complimenting existing support services and statutory and voluntary organisations. The project is a partnership between Essex County Council, the Braintree Local Strategic Partnership and NHS Mid Essex, who have commissioned Rural Community Council of Essex (RCCE) as the pilot project delivery partner.

Stakeholders

As part of the Village Agents project we are looking for volunteers to form a working group to represent local interest. Further information on how to sign up to this group will be available at the conference.

Exhibition & Marketplace

As part of the conference, there will be a large arena showcasing projects that may be of special interest to you and your colleagues. Exhibitors will include the RCCE, Age Concern Essex, Essex Fire & Rescue, Braintree District Voluntary Support Agency and the Relatives & Residents Association Essex.

Date & Programme

The conference is being held on the afternoon of Wednesday 17 June 2009, a buffet lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Date: Wednesday 17 June 2009
Time: 13.00pm (for lunch & registration with a 14.00pm start) – 17.00pm
Venue: Towerlands Braintree Essex, CM7 5BJ




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