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Get or offer support

Communities are connecting now more than ever.

There are so many initiatives being formed, and online activities and events being set up, it can be difficult to know where to find the right support.

We want to help you make sense of everything that’s available and direct you to the most relevant place to offer or get support.

Get support

If you need support we can connect you to people or groups who can help.

If you need urgent help, call NHS 111

Offer support

Apply to pick up and deliver Co-op food and essentials to people who need support in your area.

Other places to get support

Find local authority schemes

A list of schemes provided by local authorities to support people during coronavirus

Find other support groups in your area

Organisation, schemes and groups helping during Coronavirus

Covid Mutual Aid logo

Find a mutual aid group

There are lots of groups coming together on Facebook to help within specific areas.

covidmutualaid.org

Contact Mind

Mind can help with mental health support during challenging times

www.mind.org.uk

Other places to offer support

Volunteer for the NHS

The NHS has paused recruitment for Volunteer Responders. Check back in a few weeks to apply.

nhs.uk

British Red Cross

Volunteer for the Red Cross

Supporting people in the UK through the most difficult times.

redcross.org

Donate to The Co-op Group Coronavirus Appeal

Co-op are fundraising for the National Emergencies Trust (NET) to help those most affected by coronavirus.

virginmoneygiving.com

You can also

Share your story

We’d love to share your stories about how your community has come together to support each other, to encourage other people to get or offer support.

Find other ways you can help your community

We’ve pulled together some of the ways you can help people in your community during the pandemic.

Find activities and groups that support your community

Find activities
Find groups

Add your activity or group

  • Reach more people in your area
  • Find volunteers and equipment
  • Support and inspire others