Services

Sutton Coldfield Neighbourhood Network Scheme (NNS).

Age Connects West Midlands leads the Sutton Coldfield NNS, working together to help local residents live healthier, happier and more independent lives within their own communities - supporting adults aged 50+ and adults aged 18–49 with long-term disabilities.

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What is the Neighbourhood Network Scheme?

The NNS is a city-wide community initiative by the council aimed at supporting:

  • adults aged 50 years and over
  • adults aged from 18 to 49 years with long-term disabilities or additional needs

A scheme for happy, healthy, independent lives

The scheme is designed to develop the support people need to lead happy, healthy, independent lives in their own homes and communities.

Each of Birmingham's 10 constituencies has its own NNS, most are run by voluntary and community sector organisations.

What we do through the NNS

  • Develop and strengthen community-based support
  • Map and promote local services and activities
  • Improve independence, wellbeing and carer support
  • Reduce isolation and loneliness before problems escalate
  • Build strong local partnerships
  • Award grants to local assets to meet identified community need

Digital Inclusion Support

Our dedicated Digital Inclusion Officer helps residents build the confidence and skills they need in an increasingly digital world.

  • Access online GP, banking, shopping and council services
  • Use email, video calling and social media to stay connected
  • Identify online scams and stay safe online
  • One-to-one or small group support, paced to suit you