Community

Build a happy, healthy community

Award-winning software and service design creating healthier, more engaged and better connected communities.

2026 IMPACT YTD (JAN - JUL)

£1,421,683

Social Value

5,928

Activities added

10,461

Contacts to services

435,626

Unique visitors

What's new?

The latest news, blogs and platform updates from our team and communities.

Blog Post
19 August 2026

The boring work behind a better dashboard.

A good dashboard isn't just about impressive charts. It's about making sure the numbers are accurate, meaningful and easy to understand. Over two days, I've made a series of improvements to Made Open's social impact tracker - from neighbourhood-level data and clearer metrics to automated updates - helping turn community-platform data into genuine insight.

Community News
11 August 2026

Talent Timebanking shortlisted for two more national awards

Talent Timebanking has been shortlisted for two national awards recognising innovation, workforce development and inclusion across health and care. The platform is a finalist at both the B.A.M.E. Health & Care Awards and HPMA Excellence in People Awards, following its Highly Commended recognition at last year’s HPMA awards.

Platform Consultation

The 5Ps Connected Communities framework

If you're considering a new community platform (or reviewing how the one you have is working), we can help you understand what your community really needs. Our recommendations are organised around five key themes that provide a shared direction for everyone involved.

Purpose

Aligning partners around a shared vision for your platform and the outcomes it aims to achieve.

People

Connecting communities and organisations, shaped by their needs and insights.

Partners

Exploring how partners can share responsibility for maintaining and improving the platform.

Process

Using shared measures and insights to understand impact and guide decisions.

Platform

Shaping the platform to reflect what your community already has and what it could be.

Platform

Everything you need to build a stronger community

Powerful features and flexible admin controls. Create a branded platform perfectly tailored to your community's needs — now and in the future.

You don't need all of these features to get started — they're fully customisable, so you can add more as your community's needs evolve.

All-in-one platform

Directories, events, volunteering and support in one place. Fully integrated and built around your community.

Intelligent search

AI-powered search that understands people, places and needs, so users find the right support quickly.

Peer networks & teams

Groups, networks and communities of practice connecting, collaborating and supporting each other.

Timebanking that works

A proven timebanking system that helps communities and professionals exchange skills, build trust and unlock real value.

Measure what matters

Monthly reporting and social value insights that help you evidence impact and improve your community.

Built for connection

A social network at its core, because stronger relationships are the foundation of health and happiness.

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Community members supporting each other
Service Design
Service design

Design with your community, not for them

Our service design approach puts real people at the heart of every decision. We work closely with your community to understand challenges, explore opportunities and co-create solutions.

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Testimonials

What our customers say

"Living Well Warrington is the go-to platform for tailored health and wellbeing support for residents."

Stephen Bennett

Stephen Bennett

Head of Strategy & Partnerships

NHS Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals

"Devon Connect is the one-stop shop but with a human touch. It’s been a fantastic journey and we’ve been supported brilliantly by Made Open."

Marie Gould

Marie Gould

Chief Officer of NDVS and Chair of Devon Connect

Working with

NHS
Bristol City Council
University of Southampton
Wiltshire Council
Devon Voluntary Action
Warrington and Halton NHS
Wessex Community Action
Parents1st UK
CAVO
Design Council
Interlink RCT
PAVS
Torfaen Voluntary Alliance
Voluntary Action Rotherham
NHS
Bristol City Council
University of Southampton
Wiltshire Council
Devon Voluntary Action
Warrington and Halton NHS
Wessex Community Action
Parents1st UK
CAVO
Design Council
Interlink RCT
PAVS
Torfaen Voluntary Alliance
Voluntary Action Rotherham
NHS
Bristol City Council
University of Southampton
Wiltshire Council
Devon Voluntary Action
Warrington and Halton NHS
Wessex Community Action
Parents1st UK
CAVO
Design Council
Interlink RCT
PAVS
Torfaen Voluntary Alliance
Voluntary Action Rotherham

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