Helpful Locals – Connecting People with Local Support

Finding the right support shouldn't be difficult. Helpful Locals is an online platform designed to connect people with local health, wellbeing and community services, making it easier to discover the help they need, right where they live.

Whether you're looking for mental health support, social care, physical activities, food services, housing advice, volunteering opportunities or somewhere to connect with others, Helpful Locals brings local services together in one accessible place.

The platform helps people discover trusted, verified local organisations and support services, organised by postcode and individual support needs. By making community resources easier to find, Helpful Locals aims to empower people to take a more active role in their health and wellbeing, while strengthening connections within local communities.

A wide range of support, all in one place

Helpful Locals brings together services covering:

• Mental and physical health

• Social care and neurodiversity

• Physical activity and wellbeing

• Food and practical support

• Housing and transport

• Accessibility and welcome spaces

• Volunteering and skills development

Supporting stronger, healthier communities

Helpful Locals recognises that good health and wellbeing extend beyond traditional healthcare. Local community organisations play an important role in prevention, early support and helping people feel connected.

By making these services easier to discover, the platform helps bridge the gap between people who need support and the organisations already providing it.

Find out more

Discover local support near you – scan the QR code or visit the Helpful Locals website: