Supporting earlier action and better outcomes
We work with communities and partners to design projects that support prevention, improve wellbeing and reduce pressure on services.
Our approach focuses on early support, practical solutions and addressing the wider factors that affect health and everyday life.
Prevention works best when support is local, accessible and relevant. We help partners reach people earlier and create support that makes a real difference.
What this Service Includes
- Community-based health checks – accessible support in local, non-clinical settings
- Wellbeing and prevention projects – tackling issues such as isolation, fuel poverty and access to support
- Co-produced campaigns – shaping messages and approaches with communities
- Strategic engagement – gathering insight to inform long-term health and wellbeing planning
Paignton Community Hub
A welcoming community space providing trusted information, support and connections to local services.
Macmillan (Phase 2) – The Open Door Project
Developing community-based cancer support in Torbay, shaped by people living with or affected by cancer.
Torbay Young People’s Vaping Project
Working with young people to understand vaping in Torbay and shape local prevention, education and support.
Blood Pressure Checks (CVD Prevention Project)
Local outreach identifying people with raised readings and supporting early intervention.
Support for Torbay Citizens Assembly
The Assembly aims to provide an
independent platform for residents to make Torbay the best place it can be to grow older.
Latest news and events
See recent updates, events and activity linked to this area of work.
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Young people lead Torbay research to help shape local response to youth vaping
A group of young people from across Torbay have helped lead an important new research project exploring young people’s experiences, views and understanding of vaping. The Torbay Young People’s Vaping Research Project, commissioned by Torbay Public Health and delivered by us here at Engaging Communities South West, used a youth-led… -
Paignton Community Hub continues to support rising local need
New figures show growing demand for accessible, local support with money, housing, digital skills and wellbeing. -
Falls and Frailty event brings practical support to Paignton residents
The event offered practical advice and support to help people live safely, confidently and independently. -
Need local support? Drop in to Paignton Community Hub
The Community Hub Hub offers a friendly face-to-face information and signposting point for local residents, with no appointment needed -
Paignton Community Hub continues to support local people this winter
This Winter the Hub is offering practical, face-to-face support for local people, helping residents access information, advice, and community services in a safe, warm and welcoming space. -
Torbay Citizens Assembly: What local people say helps them stay healthy
This week we published a new report summarising key discussions from the Torbay Citizens Assembly Open Meeting, held at Paignton Library