As the government eases lockdown and more venues re-open, some people may need reassurance about re-connecting with the outside world. Equally some may be facing job losses and financial concerns. Here is a list of support available.
Guidance on shielding and protecting people who are clinically extremely vulnerable from COVID-19
Managing the transition as stay-at-home guidelines eased – statement by the local council
CWP Mental Health Helpline now has a new freephone number 0800 145 6485.
The helpline is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is open to people of all ages – including children and young people across Cheshire and Wirral.
Number 71 Spider Project is a new mental health crisis provision for West Cheshire. The project offers a non-clinical response to anyone struggling with their mental health. Staff at Number 71 are trained to offer a crisis response but also to encourage and support members to get involved in activities, and also to enable a wide range of volunteers to offer their vital contributions.
After 3 months offering a telephone-based service, they re-opened their doors on Monday 29th June. Please call first to help manage numbers and keep everyone safe. Initial activity programme ready for launch in mid-July. Anyone in self-defined crisis can contact for help either directly or via their GP.
Contact details: 71-77, St Anne Street, Chester, CH1 3HT
Tel: 01244 393139
Email: enquiries.chester@spiderproject.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/Number-71-Spider-Project-Chester-104086068011632/
West Cheshire Autism Hub
The Autism Hub (based at The Bluecoat, Chester) will be a welcoming space for autistic people to visit and access services, such as post-diagnostic support, supported volunteering and internship opportunities, social and community group activities and much more. As part of its virtual launch, the West Cheshire Autism Hub is now active on social media so please support the project.
Twitter https://twitter.com/WCAutismHub
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WestCheshireAutismHub
For those who may have lost their jobs during Covid, there is support from the Workzones and New Leaf
Free Headspace Plus for the unemployed
For individuals needing financial assistance https://www.turn2us.org.uk/
Support for people with money worries during COVID-19 pandemic
Citizens Advice helpline 0344 5766111
Live Well Cheshire West is a directory of organisations offering a range of support for all ages from befriending services to food banks.
Cheshire West and Chester Council helpline 0300 123 7031 open Monday to Sunday 8am to 7pm
Cheshire West and Chester Council have launched the COVID-19 Outbreak Prevention, Management and Support Plan
The NHS volunteer responders app has a new option of “check in and chat” which means an individual will receive 3 phone calls a week. The app will be operational until Nov 2020.