We hope this email finds you and your families well.
As your local ward Councillors we wish to let you know that you are not alone in this crisis and that your City Council continues to work hard to help those who need it most.
We know the last couple of months have been unprecedented but we would like to thank you for your resilience during this time and for helping slow the spread of the virus by following the Government rules.
In Basford we, as your local Councillors, have been liaising with council officers to keep up to date with the latest information and continuing to support residents.
Our ward has seen some very resourceful residents and groups who are willing to go the extra mile, such as picking up shopping and prescriptions for those unable to leave the house. Local businesses across the ward have also offered support for local residents during this time of need.
One thing that has been essential for vulnerable people during this is the meals being provided by local volunteers. We have contacted residents who are vulnerable and shielding and helped individuals with their shopping and other things they need. Cllr Mumtaz along with other volunteers has also been working to tackle food poverty during this time by providing hot meals to those who need it.
Finally, we would also like to pass on our heartfelt thanks to all those NHS staff, key workers, volunteers and carers. We are grateful for the work they are doing to help protect vulnerable people in our community, often putting themselves at risk. We hope everyone shares our gratitude for them and their work.
Please continue to follow the latest guidance and stay safe during this time.
Cllr Salma Mumtaz, Cllr Nick Raine and Cllr Linda Woodings
Our teams have been busy helping hundreds of people get the support they need during the coronavirus pandemic.
We have worked with partners across the neighbourhood to help those in need.
Here's an example of the work we’ve been doing:
We have helped support a Basford resident on the NHS shielding list. This resident has complex mental and physical needs and was referred from the Council's helpline with multiple immediate needs. We have made sure they receive prescriptions and a food parcel including a Meals at Home package. British Gas have sent over a payment card to cover the isolation period to prevent disconnection. This resident now has regular contact and support via Framework.
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 Council’s 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
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
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
The information below is available in alternative formats including plain text, British Sign Language and different language translations: www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/coronavirus/translations
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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.
https://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/stayinghome/
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