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COVID-19 Essential Household Item Sussex Relief Scheme

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COVID-19 Essential Household Item Sussex Relief Scheme

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Now! Covid-19 response.

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The Now! Charity is committed to supporting the public during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, ensuring quality of life and wellbeing is maintained during unprecedented times.

Reports suggest that COVID-19 shall have the greatest impact on two categories of high-risk citizens, those medically at risk with underlying health issues and those financially at risk such as people of low-socioeconomic status.

Following the governments guidance for the public to observe an indefinite period of self-isolation, the need for people to access essential household items is critical. The Now! Charity is dedicated to combating the effects of COVID-19 and support communities by providing the following items to people in need, ensuring a stable living environment so the public may safely stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives;

White goods such as fridges, freezers and washing machines.

Small appliances such as microwaves and toasters.

Miscellaneous essential household items such as utensil packs.

" COVID-19 is a pandemic which is testing the public to its core mentally, physically and financially. Observing stay at home guidance presents additional challenges for those without adequate living conditions, the Essential Household Item Relief Scheme shall support hundreds of families across Sussex and contribute towards protecting the NHS and saving lives. "
Michael Ryan, CEO @ Now! Charity Group

Please note

Do you know a member of the public who requires this support? Please complete the form via clicking the button below and a member of our team shall be in contact.

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COVID-19 Essential Household Item Sussex Relief Scheme - Now! Charity

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Do you know someone in need of some essential household items? We could supply a free bed, fridge, toaster, utensils and more to help them manage during the COVID-19 crisis. Please get in touch to submit a request for help or volunteer to support this initiative.

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Eastbourne 3VA newsletter with focus on Covid 19 local response

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Eastbourne 3VA newsletter with focus on Covid 19 local response

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Gina Baumann

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Gina Baumann

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Whole Family e-bulletin 09.04.2020 PARTNERS

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Michelle Bush

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Coronavirus for autistic people and families

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Coronavirus for autistic people and families

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Gina Baumann

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We will be taking a short break and will not be sending out Autism Insight for the next two months, in the meantime we have included resources to help support communication in this issue.

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Refer Hastings clients for help at home via HEART

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Refer Hastings clients for help at home via HEART

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Refer a client on their behalf for phone support, shopping, dog walking and more...

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HEART is helping to organise mutual aid for people in Hastings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. HEART has been established by a small team of volunteers which has rapidly grown into a large community across Hastings & St. Leonards.

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HEART is helping to organise mutual aid for people in Hastings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. HEART has been established by a small team of volunteers which has rapidly grown into a large community across Hastings & St. Leonards.

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HVA newsletter with community Coronavirus info

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HVA newsletter with community Coronavirus info

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Rosemary Milward

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. More info and an online form for non-urgent enquiries is available here: Hastings Covid-19 Community Support Hotline www.hastings.gov.uk/my-council/covid19/help/

Volunteer Befriending Scheme
Hastings Voluntary Action is has launched a new volunteer telephone befriending scheme - for any adults in the Hastings area. If you (or someone you know) are isolated or anxious or lonely, and you would like someone to chat to, you can leave your details here: www.hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk/news/telephone-befriending-scheme or call us on 01424 444010. To volunteer or find out more:
www.hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk/news/telephone-befriending-scheme

Southdown Community Connectors (Social Prescribing)
The face to face service within surgeries is now closed as part of the Primary Care Action Plan, however staff are working remotely to communicate with and support existing clients with their mental wellbeing. They will work through the waiting list and continue to promote the service and accept new referrals as part of the effort to offer mental health support at this time. HEART Website
Hastings Emergency Action Response Team - HEART - has been gearing up to help people self-isolating as a result of the Coronavirus crisis. It now has over 1000 registered volunteers across Hastings & St.Leonards, nearly 3000 members of its Facebook Group, and is already matching volunteers up with people needing help. Last week it launched its dedicated website where people can Ask for Help, Sign up as a Volunteer, and get lots more information about support and advice available: www.hastingsheart.com

Hastings Foodbank
Hastings Foodbank and the other social action projects run by King's Church are still open! If you are facing financial hardship and need to be referred to the foodbank, or if you're pregnant and in need and would like to be referred to Baby Basics, please contact Hastings Borough Council's Covid-19 response number. We are also fundraising at this time so that we can get food, toiletries, nappies and other essentials: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/hastings-foodbank-covid19-crisis-appeal/
Do you or does someone you know need help? Residents of Hastings and St Leonards, or their friends, family or carers, can now contact Hastings Borough Council on a special helpline: 01424 451019, open 9am - 5pm Monday-Thursday, Good Friday, Saturday (11 April) and Easter Monday from 10am - 4pm

Links Project Service Update
The Links Project drop-in is currently suspended. We are able to offer telephone, email and other social media based support only. There is also a limited capacity for face-to-face contact in exceptional or urgent circumstances. In the first instance, please contact Marc Turczanski (Project Coordinator) on 01424 444010, 07752495508, marc@hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk

Crowdfunder: Hastings Relief Fund
Several charities and community initiatives have responded rapidly to meet the needs of local people, for practical help and emotional support. The situation has changed quickly, and in some cases additional costs have been incurred in order to help people. Hastings Voluntary Action has been asked to set up a Hastings Relief Fund to receive donations and distribute them quickly to local organisations that are helping local people during this pandemic. You can find out more and donate here: www.hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk/news/hastings-relief-fund

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Hastings Voluntary Action e-bulletin No.151

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More info and an online form for non-urgent enquiries is available here: Hastings Covid-19 Community Support Hotline www.hastings.gov.uk/my-council/covid19/help/ Volunteer Befriending Scheme Hastings Voluntary Action is has launched a new volunteer telephone befriending scheme - for any adults in the Hastings area.

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Darren Hobden

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FINAL Community Hub Leaflet (countywide)

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Eastbourne & Lewes vulnerable adults (request support)

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Eastbourne & Lewes vulnerable adults (request support)

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Darren Hobden

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Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough Councils

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Request support for vulnerable residents

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Request support for vulnerable residents

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Hastings vulnerable adults (request support)

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Hastings vulnerable adults (request support)

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I am considered as extremely vulnerable and need help - how do I get this help?

If this is the case, you should have received a letter confirming this with information on how to stay safe and what to do if you need help.

If you do not have this letter but think you are extremely vulnerable, then use the government's website to request support.

I am, or I know someone who I think is vulnerable and needs help that is not able to be provided to by family, friends, neighbours or carers - what do I do?

If they need help immediately with a health concern call 111 or 999 in an emergency.

Complete our online form and register for a request for support. We will share this with organisations who can help put this support in place.

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I need help | COVID-19 | Hastings Borough Council

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If this is the case, you should have received a letter confirming this with information on how to stay safe and what to do if you need help. If you do not have this letter but think you are extremely vulnerable, then use the government's website to request support.

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Darren Hobden

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Darren Hobden

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Darren Hobden

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Good response reported by client in dealing quickly with DWP and benefit problems.

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If you are a Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) or Universal Credit (UC) customer you can complain online. If you are not a JSA or UC customer, please contact your local Jobcentre Plus.

We will use the information you provide to deal with your complaint and help us to identify any future improvements.

Before you start

You will need your:

National Insurance number - you can find this on your National Insurance card, benefit letter, payslip or P60

contact details

postcode

The online service is also available in Welsh (Cymraeg).

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If you are a Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) or Universal Credit (UC) customer you can complain online. If you are not a JSA or UC customer, please contact your local Jobcentre Plus. We will use the information you provide to deal with your complaint and help us to identify any future improvements.

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Darren Hobden

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Becky Burge

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Good info re services running at present

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Good info re services running at present

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from Eastbourne Wellbeing Centre (info open to all)

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