Networks

The Care Forum Networks give groups a chance to get together, exchange information and voice a voluntary sector point of view. They provide a forum for talking to the statutory sector. Voluntary sector representatives are elected by the Networks and are accountable to them.

The Networks are open to all voluntary and community groups working in the area. If you would like to join any of the networks or want more information click here for an enquiry form. Network members also receive mailings and e-bulletins from us.

Click here for dates of forthcoming meetings and booking details. Click here for notes of past meetings.

We run the following regular networks:

Health and Social Care Networks

The Health and Social Care Networks bring together groups working on health and social care in each local authority area. There are usually speakers and an opportunity for discussion. A range of health and social care topics are covered. Meetings are usually held quarterly. There are Health and Social Care Networks for Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

Mental Health Networks

The Mental Health Networks are open to all voluntary and community sector organisations working in mental health. Each Mental Health Network elects representatives to the local Mental Health Local Implementation Team. Meetings are usually held quarterly. There are Mnetal Health Networks for Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Voluntary Sector Older People's Network

The Older People's Network is open to all voluntary and community sector organisations working on older people's services. This Network is open to all organisations working in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. It meets quarterly. We are also developing an Older People's Network for Bath & NE Somerset.

Children and Young People's Voluntary Sector Network

These Networks bring together voluntary sector agencies working with children and young people. Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

We welcome your thoughts about all our network activities. Click here to send us your feedback.