Living Well and Early Help Service for Adults on the Isle of Wight

The Living Well and Early Help Service is a community-based program designed to support adults on the Isle of Wight through volunteer-led interventions and accessible community resources. Currently serving over 700 residents monthly with approximately 650 volunteer hours per month, this established service (operating for 5 years) seeks continued funding for an additional year in partnership with Public Health colleagues. The service aims to: (1) increase resident participation in care planning and self-care management of health conditions; (2) help people maintain or regain independence and achieve personal objectives; and (3) reduce dependency on statutory services including GP visits, acute hospital admissions, and permanent residential care placements. This preventative approach delays emergency interventions and reduces overall healthcare system burden.