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Ask for Ani
The Government have launched a new code word scheme, where if you are experiencing domestic abuse and need immediate help, you can ask for ‘ANI’ in...
Support for carers – vital sources of support and information for unpaid carers
Many people have become carers for older, disabled or seriously ill friends and relatives as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, and are juggling new...
COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and...
New websites launched to help jobseekers and employers
COVID-19 has had a huge impact on many parts of the labour market, with some sectors reducing in size and others expanding rapidly. To help jobseekers find work in new areas and employers tap into new labour markets, the Department for Work and Pensions launched new jobhelp and employerhelp...
Coronavirus: How you can support people with dementia in your community
Five top tips for individuals volunteering their time in the coronavirus response from the Alzheimer's Society. Innovations in Dementia Community Interest Company (CIC) has produced four short videos to inform volunteers about supporting people with dementia.
NHS services are here for you
Don’t delay in getting urgent treatment if you need it – that’s the message to members of the public in a major new NHS campaign. People’s concerns about coronavirus and a fear of being a burden on health services have led to a significant drop in the numbers of people seeking treatment in recent...
Leading cancer clinician urges people not to put off seeking help for cancer symptoms
A leading cancer clinician is backing national calls for people not to put off seeking help for cancer symptoms amidst fears of Covid-19. Dr Anant Sachdev is a GP in East Berkshire who plays a leading role in regional cancer care. He is advising people not to hesitate to get checked, as new...
Businesses Against Scams
In light of recent events concerning COVID-19 (coronavirus), people are working from home more than ever. Increased stress, less opportunities to talk to colleagues and a different working environment are all things that criminals are using to their advantage to commit fraud. Employees are having...
Temporary suspension of minor injury and illness services at Bracknell Urgent Care Centre
Received from East Berkshire Clinical Commissioning Group. Minor illness and injury services at the Bracknell Urgent Care Centre will be temporarily suspended as part of the national effort to combat Covid-19 (coronavirus). In recent weeks, local health services have changed the way they work in...
CAMHS Resources
This site was created for young people, carers and professionals to pool together lots of helpful resources from across the internet that are available to help support your mental health and well-being.
Experiences of care during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Care Quality Commission in the normal course of their work engage with patients, public, family carers, providers, national stakeholders and people from seldom heard groups. Due to Covid-19 they are unable to do any face to face engagement so they are using online channels to hear people's...
Increase In Thefts from Motor Vehicles
Received via Thames Valley Alert. There have been an increasing number of thefts from motor vehicles across the Bracknell area. Most car criminals are opportunists. By following the below tips you can help outsmart car thieves and limit their opportunity to steal your valuables or vehicle. Don’t...
On Demand Remote BSL Interpreting Service
The Deaf Health Charity, SignHealth and online interpreting company InterpreterNow, have together launched ‘BSLHealthAccess’ which enables the provision of immediate, on demand access to British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters for communication with Deaf people in health settings free of charge...
Tell the NHS about your current experience of coronavirus
This survey will help the NHS understand more about how and where coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting people now. By answering some quick questions, you can help the NHS plan its response to coronavirus. The NHS especially wants to hear from you if you have symptoms, no matter how mild. But it also...
Urgent: Returning NHS/Council Equipment
Community Equipment Service (NRS) are gearing up for what is anticipated to be a significant increase in demand for equipment over the coming weeks, they have been working closely with suppliers to make sure equipment is in the supply chain. Another important part of that chain is recycled...
Surge in community spirit as volunteers begin delivering food to vulnerable residents
Bracknell Forest Community Response Volunteers took to the streets to begin delivering food supplies to medically vulnerable residents over the weekend, supporting the council with its response to the coronavirus pandemic. In partnership with Healthwatch Bracknell Forest and Involve Community...
Action Fraud Have Received Reports of Covid19 Related Scams
Received via Thames Valley Alert. Action Fraud have received reports of #COVID19 related scams. The majority relate to the online sale of protective items such as facemasks and other items in short supply due to the outbreak, that don't exist. https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/alert/coronavirus-...
What's the difference between shielding, self-isolation and social distancing?
Shielding, self-isolation and social distancing are very important in order to protect yourselves and others from coronavirus. What are they, and which should you be doing? Social Distancing Stay at Home, but you CAN go out for: Food supplies Exercise once a day Work if absolutely necessary Medical...
Berkshire Community Foundation Response to Coronavirus
We have told the volunteer network to not accept donations or tips when they complete a task. We have had a number of offers of donations from people who the network is supporting and we are turning these down. If you want to reward the network please consider giving to Berkshire Community...
Covid-19 related scams
Information sent on behalf of Thames Valley Police. Following reports of Covid-19 related scams Thames Valley Police is urging the public to remain vigilant against criminals using the publicity around the coronavirus as a chance to target their victims with fraudulent emails, phone calls, text...
Guidance on shielding
Shielding is a measure to protect people who are clinically extremely vulnerable by minimising all interaction between those who are extremely vulnerable and others. The government are strongly advising people with serious underlying health conditions which put them at very high risk of severe...
Bracknell CAB
Due to the issues with the ongoing Coronavirus and government guidelines, it is with regret that Bracknell Citizens Advice closed its face-to-face service until further notice. The telephone service will continue. New enquiries call 03 444 111306 Returning clients with on going issues call 01344...
Coronavirus is affecting my mental health – what can I do?
The current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed. 1. Seek accurate information from legitimate sources Try to only read information about Coronavirus from official sources: NHS...
Coronovirus Information in Other Languages
Doctors of the World and British Red Cross have put together Coronavirus (Covid 19) advice in a number of languages .
What’s the difference between social distancing and self-isolation?
With all the talk about social distancing and self-isolation, it's important to know the difference between the two. Social distancing is for people who have NO signs of coronavirus. You go into self-isolation when you or a member of your household have signs of coronavirus. Social distancing is...
Bracknell Forest community rallies to help others during COVID-19 pandemic
Hundreds of Bracknell Forest residents have already signed up to help their neighbours and community throughout the coronavirus pandemic with more work ongoing to make sure the most vulnerable are supported over the coming weeks and months. Voluntary and community groups from across the borough are...
SignHealth - Coronavirus Videos
SignHealth has translated information from Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care. The videos are available on their website . You can call NHS 111 in BSL by visiting interpreternow.co.uk/nhs111 or use their app on your mobile device. Or use the NHS 111 online service at...
Tips to protect yourself, your loved ones and your community from the Coronavirus
Talk to household members, relatives, friends and neighbours to discuss what to do if a COVID-19 outbreak occurs in your community and what the needs of each person will be. Get to know your neighbours, do they have someone who can help them, could you? Think about repeat medications, can you...
