The following are examples of how local authorities and community interest companies are working together to deliver services to vulnerable families using new and alternative funding sources.

My Time Community Interest Company (CIC), Birmingham

My Time CIC is an award winning, Birmingham-based, community interest company delivering mental health services and counselling to those individuals who may be underserved by mainstream health provision. A service-led, culturally sensitive approach is taken which has resulted in evidence-based outcomes for children, young people and families from, for example, refugee and ethnic minority groups.

Read more on the My Time Community Interest Company (CIC).

The Swindon Life Programme

This C4EO case study focuses on the development of the Life programme by Swindon Borough Council and its partners. The programme focuses on families with chronic and multiple needs who are intensive users of public services and resources, supporting them to build the capacity to change their lives.

Read more on The Swindon Life Programme.

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