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We start this month's bulletin by saying a huge congratulations to the Young Carers Service who have been chosen as the Arena Shopping Park Charity of the year!! Such fantastic news. Well done to all the team, young carers and their families.
You will see in this bulletin that Coventry libraries have produced a video on how to access their services safely when collecting books. There is information on taking care of yourself and in particular if you have had Covid-19 and there is also the opportunity to take part in some research with Warwick University.
Take care.
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It’s been great to welcome people back to some of our library buildings with our new Click and Collect service.
Anyone can use this service to return or borrow books at eight of our local libraries, no matter which Coventry library you usually use, or have borrowed books from previously.
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We look forward to booking you an appointment online
or by phone: 024 7683 2314
When visiting a library you must wear a face covering.
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Reading Well for Children is a collection of books to support 7-11 year old children (Key Stage 2) and their families and carers. They provide information, advice and support for coping with feelings and worries, daily life and getting through a tough time. The books have been chosen and endorsed by leading health professionals and co-produced with children and families and are available from all Coventry libraries. |
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NHS UK have produced resources to help you keep well and reduce risks for older adults around Covid-19. These resources range from information about diet, nutrition, weight and exercise and can be found at Better Health
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As of 4 May 2020, unpaid carers were classified as "essential workers" and seen as a priority and are eligible to receive a test. This also means people living within your household, who start to display symptoms are eligible. Testing is most effective within 3 days of developing symptoms. You can apply online for a test. |
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For any individuals that may have had COVID-19, NHS UK has some wellbeing resources to support with, and improve ongoing symptoms, sleeping difficulties and information around grief and bereavement. |
 For more information regarding these activities please contact Peighton, the Activities Co-ordinator on Whatsapp: 0742 867 0040 or alternatively you can visit their website.
Carers Trust Heart of England is hosting a Virtual Evening Quiz on 10 September 2020 at 7pm via Zoom. Many of you may know Paul Nicholls, our Carer Training Co-ordinator, who will be hosting this event. Paul is a natural quiz master and his quizzes have been enjoyed by the staff during lockdown. The format will be five rounds of questions with a mixture of General Knowledge, Music, Geography, Entertainment and much more.
From all of us at Carers Trust we hope you are able to join us for what will be an enjoyable evening.
Join the Meeting using the following:
Meeting ID: 864 6648 3999 Passcode: 142193
Learn more about how to use Zoom.
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Carers Trust Heart of England also have a new digital group running for carers of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism, they run every other Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:00.
The next session is being held on:
Wednesday 2 September 2020 from 10.00am - 11.00am
Join sessions using the following log in details:
Meeting ID: 831 1566 7261 Passcode: 643930
Milan Asian Carers’ Support Group
This group is for Asian Carers to get together and get involved in consultations with Health and Social Care professionals. It also offers training to provide skills & techniques to better support carers in their caring role. We also celebrate various religious festivals throughout the year.
If you require any further details or need support with setting up Zoom please email Varsha Thakrar or call her on: 02476632972 - (option 1)
Please join us for the following sessions:
Friday 11 September 2020 from 11.00am – 12.30pm
Session on updates of changes in Mental Health Services
Friday 25 September 2020 from 11.00am – 12.30pm
Speaker to be confirm
Friday 9 October 2020 from 11:00 – 12:30
Session on Diabetes and healthy lifestyle by Coventry and Rugby CCG
Yoga, breathing and relaxation
These sessions take place every Wednesday by Zoom from 11:00 – 12:30 and they cover breathing exercises with some light physical movements to relax your joints and muscles when sitting on a chair. If you required any further details and for the Zoom link please send an email to Varsha Thakrar at the Carers Centre.
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With the ongoing need for social distancing for all, the Government has endorsed a new initiative. They have developed resources for either your phone, or to print a badge or card to help show that the carrier may have difficulties or concerns in maintaining social distancing. |
To take part please email: jo.parsons@warwick.ac.uk
It’s simple! Just add your email address in the top right hand corner and click GO!
You can also sign up or view previous bulletins from our Carers' website.
If you have any comments or wish to contribute something to the next bulletin, please let us know by contacting us at carers@coventry.gov.uk.
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