A ‘wellbeing’ bus will be parked in the Budgens supermarket car park in Oxford Street every Tuesday for the next four weeks.

The outreach project has been organised by Stratford-based mental health group Springfield Mind, which is concerned about the number of people who feel access to help and advice is limited.

Co-ordinator Hannah Murphy said: “The rising cost of living combined with less time to relax is pushing many people to the limit.

“Often money and housing worries tip people into depression, broken relationships, addictions and health problems which blight their lives. For many living in rural areas it’s much worse as people feel isolated.

“The bus is packed with practical support, all of it free and totally confidential.

“Anyone who feels they need to talk is welcome. If we don’t know the answer then we can always point them in the right direction.”

Visitors will be able to get information and help on subjects ranging from how to claim back council tax to carers’ rights.

Warwickshire Welfare Rights will be on board to give advice on council and housing tax rebates.

Advocacy Alliance staff will be able to provide help with letter writing and speak for people on matters ranging from property repairs to neighbourhood disputes.

Staff from South Warwick-shire Carers' Support Service will also be available to listen to carers’ problems and offer solutions.

More immediate relief will be available in the form of a free neck massage.

Springfield Mind aims to combat social isolation and get people out of their own homes and into leisure and social activity. It also provides tenancy support.

Mrs Murphy added: “We are grateful to the owner of Budgens, David Beast, for giving us permission to use the car park on four busy market days.”

To talk to someone from the ‘wellbeing exchange’ in Stratford call 01789 298615.

The bus will be in Southam on four consecutive Tuesdays from September 2 to 23 from 11am until 2pm.