Volunteering in Calderdale

Our volunteers are important ‘eyes and ears’ in our communities, they have received virtual training to spot when residents might benefit from extra support if they are experiencing any safeguarding issues. As people stay at home to protect the NHS and care homes and save lives, it is more important than ever to look out … Continue reading Volunteering in Calderdale

COVID-19 Business Support

Many Voluntary and Community Sector organisations in Calderdale are eligible to claim grants made available by the government in response to the coronavirus emergency. Business request for support – £10k and £25k funding online forms  Recent government announcements have confirmed a package of measures to provide support for businesses registered for business rates to minimise … Continue reading COVID-19 Business Support

Guidance to help vulnerable individuals, groups and communities

Public Health Englan have produce a guidance document to help vulnerable individuals, groups and communities to protect themselves and others from COVID-19, and to manage the impact of shielding and socila distancing. It is intended to be an "easy access" doument for a range of organisations in local areas who support vulnerable people, groups and … Continue reading Guidance to help vulnerable individuals, groups and communities

NHS still open for business

Things are strange at the moment because of #COVID19, but remember the NHS is still #OpenForBusiness. You must still contact your GP or the 111 service if you need medical help, or 999 in emergencies, and to go to hospital if you are told to. #HelpUsHelpYou #InItTogether Read the Twitter post here