Marcus Trescothick introduces this short video about how the NHS, Somerset County Council and local charities (including Age UK Somerset) have come together to give emotional support and counselling and someone to talk to if you are feeling isolated or … Continued
We are all spending more time at home than we might like, so staying physically active and mentally well are now more important than ever. At Arthritis Action, we are keen to ensure everyone living with arthritis sustains their healthy … Continued
Community group providing support for residents of Langport and Huish Episcopi: Contact Jess Pitman, call: 01458 251881 or email: jessicapitman@aol.com Organising delivery of food donations locally.
Community group providing practical support for residents of Curry Rivel: https://www.curryrivel.org.uk/news/latest-news/community-support-group-latest.html To request or offer help, email: help@curryrivel.org.uk, call: 07716792760, or complete the form on the website: https://www.curryrivel.org.uk/help-form.html
For anyone who needs coronavirus related support from their councils. Call 0300 790 6275
Village Agents connect people living in rural areas with advice and support services for independent living. For the next few weeks, they will be focusing on keeping in contact with those who are very isolated. If you live alone in … Continued
To make a referral or request help for someone in Backwell email: clerk@backwell-pc.gov.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Banwell email: clerk@banwellparishcouncil.org.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Bleadon email: ihepp@hotmail.com
To make a referral or request help for someone in Hutton email: clerk@huttonsomerset.org.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Nailsea email: Ian@nailseatowncouncil.gov.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Wraxhall or Failand email: clerk@wraxallandfailand-pc.gov.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Wrington email: Commresns.wrn@gmail.com
To make a referral or request help for someone in Yatton email Councillor Steve Bridger: Steve.bridger@n-somerset.gov.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Pill email: sian.bannister@live.co.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Tickenham email: vprater@btinternet.com
To make a referral or request help for someone in Weston-super-Mare email: covid19@wsm-tc.gov.uk
To make a referral or request help for someone in Clevedon either complete the form www.ClevedonMutualAid.co.uk or email: clevedonmutualaid@gmail.com
To make a referral or request help for someone in Long Ashton email: info@lacovid.org
To make a referral or request help for someone in Locking email: joroblockparish@outlook.com
Delivering food boxes. Visit the website and enter your postcode to check if they deliver to your area: https://www.abelandcole.co.uk/foodonthetable Call 03452 62 62 66 to set up an account and sign up for a weekly subscription which you can cancel … Continued
Community Council of Somerset (CCS) Village, Community & Carers Agents provide confidential, practical community-based solutions for people, wherever they are in Somerset. During this COVID-19 emergency our CCS Agents are still providing their regular service via telephone or email, and … Continued
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Provides information and support to people with arthritis. Tel: 0800 5200 520www.versusarthritis.org For coronavirus guidance: www.versusarthritis.org/news/2020/march/coronaviruscovid-19-what-is-it-and-where-to-go-for-information
Provides information, support and local services to people affected by stroke. Tel: 0303 303 3100 www.stroke.org.uk For coronavirus guidance:www.stroke.org.uk/news/coronavirus-covid-19-informationpeople-affected-stroke
For the latest health advice and guidance for all conditions, including coronavirus. Visit: www.nhs.uk/coronavirus first Call only if you have symptoms which are worsening. Tel: 111 www.nhs.uk
Provides advice and support on mental health issues. Tel: 0300 123 3393 www.mind.org.uk For coronavirus guidance:www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-andyour-wellbeing
Provides practical, medical and financial support for people facing cancer, their carers and loved ones. Tel: 0808 808 0000 www.macmillan.org.uk For coronavirus guidance:www.macmillan.org.uk/coronavirus/cancer-and-coronavirus
Provides practical, financial and emotional advice and support to kidney patients. Tel: 01420 541 424 www.kidneycareuk.org For coronavirus guidance:www.kidneycareuk.org/news-and-campaigns/coronavirus-advice
The official Government website providing information on public services, benefits, jobs, the environment, pensions and health services. www.gov.uk For the latest coronavirus information and guidance:www.gov.uk/coronavirus
Provides information, support and services to help people manage their diabetes. Tel: 0345 123 2399 www.diabetes.org.uk For coronavirus guidance:www.diabetes.org.uk/about_us/news/coronavirus
Offers advice, information and support to people affected by lung disease, their families and carers. Tel: 03000 030 555 www.blf.org.uk For coronavirus guidance: www.blf.org.uk/support-for-you/coronavirus
Provides information and support for people with heart disease. Tel: 0300 330 3311 www.bhf.org.uk For coronavirus guidance: www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/news/coronavirus-and-your-health
Provides information and support for anyone affected by blood cancer. Tel: 0808 2080 888 www.bloodwise.org.uk For coronavirus guidance: www.bloodwise.org.uk/coronavirus
Offers information and advice to help people manage their daily lives with asthma. www.asthma.org.uk Tel: 0300 222 5800 For coronavirus guidance: www.asthma.org.uk/advice/triggers/coronavirus-covid-19
Carers UKProvides information and support for carers. Tel: 0808 808 7777 www.carersuk.org
Alzheimer’s Society offers advice, information and support in England and Wales to people with dementia, their families and carers through its helpline and local branches. Tel: 0300 222 1122 www.alzheimers.org.uk