|
||||
|
||||
|
||||
Dear Patrick
We recognise that this is a challenging period for us all and even more so for vulnerable people. As Neighbourhood Watch we believe it is very important that we all take care and protect ourselves as a priority and where possible we safely carry on the great work of supporting and staying connected with our communities. In England, between 5th November – 2nd December, national restrictions mean that:
There are a variety of ways however in which we can support our loved ones and communities through these restrictions. Keeping your loved ones safe
Supporting your community
The NHS Volunteer Responders programme, set up by NHS England, is here to help people in England to stay safe during coronavirus. NHS Volunteer Responders have now completed more than a million tasks! Following an initial recruitment campaign for new volunteers in 70 local authority areas, they have now opened up recruitment across England. This is in response to the lockdown that began on 5 November and because demand for the volunteers’ support is continuing to rise. It will also help to meet NHS requests for additional direct support during this winter. At the same time, they are encouraging anyone who signed up as an NHS Volunteer Responder in March but had to step down due to other commitments, to re-join the programme and give as much time as they can. As the programme evolves it will focus on direct support to the NHS with tasks such as the delivery of equipment to monitor vulnerable COVID-19 patients in their homes, and with stewarding people at vaccination clinics. They will also continue to support vulnerable people by delivering food and medication, and through Check In and Chat phone calls. They are not intending to replace any local volunteering activity. They aim to work collaboratively with volunteering leads in local areas. If you are interested in joining as a volunteer you can attend an online meetings by clicking the link below at the specified time: Beware of scams and crimes Community response stories Domestic abuse survivors
Keep safe, NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK, Central Support Team Follow us.. |