An emergency response for people living in west Cheshire has been launched to support those vulnerable groups at higher risk from serious complications as a result of COVID 19 infection.<\/p>\n
The government is now advising people with the most serious underlying conditions to remain in strict isolation, to protect themselves and the NHS.\u00a0 Councils across the country have now established local hubs, to support people to access food, medical supplies and social support. This has been achieved by co-ordinating work between front-line council and NHS staff, partner agencies, local and national businesses and volunteers. Over 1500 people have responded to Cheshire West and Chester\u2019s call for a community response, to help ensure that physical distancing doesn\u2019t need to mean social isolation.<\/p>\n
People in the most vulnerable groups, based on their medical condition, are being contacted by the government, and referred onto help from their local council if they can\u2019t meet their needs with the help of friends and families.\u00a0 The first packages of support have now been received.<\/p>\n
A wider group of local people may also need support to protect themselves from the virus.\u00a0 Cheshire West and Chester Council have therefore launched a dedicated helpline 0300 123 7031 which will run 7 days a week from 8am to 7pm.\u00a0\u00a0 The helpline will provide advice and support, and where necessary make arrangements for food, medicines and social contact.\u00a0 You can also email\u00a0\u00a0enquiries@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n More local information on \u2018Coping at home with Coronavirus\u2019 can be found at\u00a0www.livewell.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n The latest government advice on staying at home can be found here<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" An emergency response for people living in west Cheshire has been launched to support those vulnerable groups at higher risk from serious complications as a result of COVID 19 infection. The government is now advising people with the most serious … Continue reading