About Us
Better Together is a service commissioned by Cheshire West and Chester council. We provide information, advice and support to unpaid carers and adults in our community who require access to local services. With our support carers and members of the community to identify and achieve personal outcomes.
We aim to achieve this through identification of strengths and to build the independence, resilience and supportive networks of the people who access our services.
Our Team.
We are proud of our hardworking team; they have time, care and compassion for everyone we support.
Nicola
Service Support & Comms
David
Chief Officer
Sam
Operations Manager
Jo
Service Support
Rachel
Carer Breaks Co-ordinator
Charlotte
Community Navigator
Paula
ICT Officer
Karen
Finance & Personnel Manager
Our team is here to support you; whether you're facing financial difficulties, have questions about your caring responsibilities, need guidance on local services, or any advice you may need. Whatever your situation, we're here to help.
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Our Mission
At Better Together, we provide dedicated support to carers and adults at every step of their journey. A community built on care, where carers and adults can find information, friendship and a sense of belonging. We offer support, a listening ear, shared moments and space to breathe; A place of understanding, friendship, and hope—because together is always better.
Our Vision
A compassionate community where every carer and adult feels supported, connected, and valued —empowered to face everyday challenges.
Our Partners
Better Together is made up of three organisations. Cheshire and Warrington Carers Trust are the lead provider of the service, they have a wealth of knowledge and experience supporting carers and providing a schedule of events, training and breaks.
Let’s Talk is a Cheshire West and Chester Council service that we are working alongside to help carers and local residents access advice and information about services in our area. Our Community Navigators attend the majority of Let’s Talk sessions to provide specialist carer support and help with signposting to other organisations.
Snow Angels is a Community Interest Company which supports older people to continue to live independently and keep well. As part of Better Together, Snow Angels provide a hospital discharge support service for patients leaving hospital soon to arrange for appropriate support on returning home. Support can also be offered up to 6 weeks post-discharge.
OPAL provide accessible, enjoyable and enabling activities for older people in rural West Cheshire, in order to reduce isolation and loneliness. They do this by providing day clubs, activity opportunities, hobby & interest groups, companionship, telephone befriending and social events.