Monthly Archives: March 2020

Council hub set-up to support people during COVID-19 situation

Council hub set-up to support people during COVID-19 situation

Wiltshire Council has set up a dedicated hub to support the most vulnerable residents during the ongoing COVID-19 situation.The Wiltshire Wellbeing Hub is available to anyone who is struggling during this difficult time, such as people who are shielding or self-isolating and don’t have a support network around them or know where to get help.                Wiltshire Council’s team can help provide support but also signpost them to where additional help is available in their local area – with hundreds of community groups set-up across the county providing invaluable assistance.

People can get in touch with the hub via email at wellbeinghub@wiltshire.gov.uk  or by calling 0300 003 4576.  It’s available from 8am-8pm Monday-Friday and 10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday.

Cllr Philip Whitehead, Leader of Wiltshire Council, said: “We have seen communities up and down the county supporting one another and that resilience and comradery has been inspiring. “However, there might be some people out there who feel isolated, unable to leave their home to get food or medicine or not sure where to turn, so hopefully our hub can provide a friendly voice and reassurance to ensure people get the support they need.”

Wiltshire’s dedicated COVID-19 page can be found at http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/public-health-coronavirus which include information such a Communities Group Directory, COVID-19 Community Pack and the COVID-19 Volunteer Pack as well as a host of other guidance and information.

5 minute craft ideas to keep the little ones amused

5 minute craft ideas to keep the little ones amused

With all the changes we’ve seen recently, you might be worried about the kids spending their days in front of a screen rather than learning or engaging with the world around them. Don’t worry though, we’re here to help! Here are a few craft ideas that are quick and easy, the whole family can get… Read More…

Autism Awareness Week is back!

Autism Awareness Week is back!

30th March – 5th April 2020 According to the team at the National Autism Society, over 4,000 schools took part in awareness and fundraising activities for last year’s event – are you doing anything to raise awareness at your school? Statistics show that one in every 100 children at UK schools is on the autism… Read More…

Update from South Gloucestershire council

Update from South Gloucestershire council

As of 27th March, there have been 37 confirmed cases of coronavirus (Covid-19) in South Gloucestershire. Given the current testing regime, the actual number is expected to be significantly higher than this. In order to help combat this, the Council is urging you to: Only go outside for food, health reasons, work (but only if… Read More…

Respect our Rights of Way and keep your distance

Respect our Rights of Way and keep your distance

Somerset’s public Rights of Way network remains open during the Coronavirus emergency. The County Council is asking everyone to follow the rules on social distancing and use their local routes rather than travelling out into the countryside unnecessarily. We are very fortunate here in Somerset that we have many beautiful places where we can get… Read More…

Virtual library keeps the joy and magic of reading alive

Virtual library keeps the joy and magic of reading alive

Bath & North East Somerset Council has set up an exciting virtual library to help children and adults keep their love of literature going while libraries are closed during the Coronavirus pandemic. The virtual library launches on Monday (30 March) and will have dynamic, changing content each weekday to suit all ages via the library… Read More…

Volunteering in Somerset during Coronavirus outbreak

Volunteering in Somerset during Coronavirus outbreak

The five councils in Somerset – Somerset County Council, Mendip District Council, Somerset West and Taunton Council, South Somerset District Council and Sedgemoor District Council – are working together to coordinate a countywide network of support for the county’s most vulnerable people. However, we can all do our bit to help those who are likely… Read More…

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