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* Message from your local Bestwood ward Councillors [ #link_1 ]
* How we've helped support people in Bestwood [ #link_3 ]
* How you can get help! [ #link_6 ]
* Sign up for an email bin reminder [ #link_4 ]
* Things to do [ #link_5 ]
* Contact your Bestwood Ward Councillors [ #link_2 ]

Message from your local Bestwood ward Councillors

We hope that in such worrying times, ourmessage reaches yousafe and well.

We know lockdown is incredibly difficult. However, it has been heartening to see our community come together, refusing to allow anyone to struggle alone.

Whilst adhering tosocial distancingguidelines, were proud to beworkingwith Bestop Kitchen,deliveringhome cookedmealsandfoodparcelstothose in need.

Ithas beenheartwarming to seethe appreciation from residents.They are not only appreciative of the food, but also the opportunity to chat. During this pandemic many people have struggledwithisolation and loneliness.

We will alsobe delivering treat bags to children across the ward. We know this can be a scary time for children in particular. Aswell asregularly checking in with our most vulnerable residents.

Were incredibly proud of the Bestwood and Top Valley community forallfor the kindness you have shown. Youve proven thatcommunity-spirit is still alive and well!

We want to thank all NHS and key workerswho have gone above and beyond the call of duty to keep us safe.

Wed also like to thankthe volunteers at* Bestop Kitchen*, *the Pythian Club, Bulwell Toy Library, Bestwood Directions, Hoops Knowledge Academy, The Vine Community Centre and Disability Direct*. You have all been incredible in supporting those in need. Weve been honoured to work alongside you, and were truly grateful for all of the incredible work youve been doing.

*Together we will get through this, and our community will be stronger than ever!*

"Cllr Jay Hayes, Cllr Georgia Power and Cllr Audra Wynter"

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How we've helped support people in Bestwood

This video shows the type of support weve been providing so far with amazing partners in Bestwood.

Here's Dale, she isour Neighbourhood Development Officer for Bestwood and shares with you how the Council, community groups, volunteers and partners have all come together and provided support for those in need.

Please watch this video - Dale is brill! [ [link removed] ]

Dale Griffin, Neighbourhood Development Officer for Bestwood [ [link removed] ]

"Before COVID-19, Dale already knew Bestwood has fantastic community and faith groups in the ward. However, she is absolutely blown away of how many people are working together in Bestwood. Thank you!!"

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How you can get help!

A range of support is available for people in Nottingham from asking good neighbours to pick up some essentials, all the way through to NHS Shielding Measures and Adult Social Care support.

*If you are self-isolating, and have no other means of support, you can call the Council. *We can deliver a food parcel to your door for a small charge parcels are free for extremely vulnerable people in NHS Shielding Measures. Simply call the Councils Customer Hub on* 0115 915 5555*. This line is open *9am-5pm Monday to Friday* or you can complete the online form at www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/coronavirus [ [link removed] ]

*Want to volunteer?* If you would like to help your community by delivering food packages or providing phone support, please become a volunteer with Nottingham Community and Voluntary Service www.nottinghamcvs.co.uk/volunteering/want-to-volunteer [ [link removed] ]

*Want more than a food parcel?* Our Meals at Home service provides single person and family food options as well as vegan and vegetarian meals everything can be delivered frozen ready for you to cook at home or hot meals can be delivered too. If you have an elderly or vulnerable relative, ordering a regular delivery can help you to feel better, knowing a hot meal has been delivered to your loved one by our friendly team. Simply call 0115 876 1847 or visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/mealsathome [ [link removed] ]

The information below is available in alternative formats including plain text, British Sign Language and different language translations: www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/coronavirus/translations [ [link removed] ]

How to get help!
Bestwood contacts

*Bestwood Advice Centre* (finance, debt & budgeting support)
Contact:0115 962 6519 Email:[email protected]
Website: www.bestwoodadvice.org.uk [ [link removed] ]

*The Bestwood Partnership* (unemployment advice)
Email: [email protected] Website: www.bestwood.org.uk/ [ [link removed] ]

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Things to do

From keeping the kids entertained to keeping well, we've pulled together the best we can find to support you and your family during these strange times.

Made possible with help from teams within in the council and partners across the city, as well as national organisations, this library of resources will keep growing over the coming weeks and months.

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Online resources to keep you happy and healthy staying home
Nottstopping Festival -23rd-24th May 2020

A bank holiday weekend line up of incredible entertainment provided by Nottinghamshire's Creative Community.nottstoppingfestival.com/ [ [link removed] ]

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Contact your Bestwood Ward Councillors
Bestwood Ward Councillors
Councillors will* no longer be holding face to face surgeries*

*Please contact your local Councillor via phone or email:*


* Contact Councillor Jay Hayes [ [link removed] ]
* Contact Councillor Audra Wynter [ [link removed] ]
* Contact Councillor Georgia Power [ [link removed] ]
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