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New campaign tells Manchester’s real life COVID stories
We have launched a new Covid Stories campaign, this shares the real-life experiences of people living and working in Manchester during the COVID pandemic.
Through thought provoking video and photography, we see and hear just how much Coronavirus has impacted people in our city and the sacrifices they have had to make. The people who have participated in the campaign are various ages and include Daisy, who misses visiting her Nana. The campaign aims to show the importance of working together and doing our bit, so we can get through this challenging time and looks forward to the future when we can all get back to doing the things we enjoy and seeing the people we love.
Follow the campaign on social media using #McrCovidStories.
We can all make a difference. Wash your hands, wear a mask, make space.
Support to help Manchester through COVID-19
Protect yourself from flu
It’s more important than ever to understand and recognise the symptoms of flu. Don’t forget, if you’re worried about your symptoms and think it could be coronavirus, you can get advice about coronavirus symptoms and what to do.
You can help to protect yourself and others from the flu by following some basic hygiene guidance. As with coronavirus, washing your hands for longer and more frequently can be a huge help.
Using tissues to trap coughs and sneezes and binning them as soon as possible. We all know the rules, catch it, bin it, kill it. We can all help prevent the spread of flu and other viruses to others around us.
This year it's more important than ever for the people who need it most to get vaccinated. We want to help protect against the double threat of flu and coronavirus this winter.
GPs working across the city are already contacting patients who are in at-risk groups. If you’ve been contacted, book an appointment as soon as you are able. We are expecting an increased demand this year, so if you aren’t successful the first time round please keep trying.
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 Manchester Community Response Hub
The Community Response Hub offers support to Manchester's most vulnerable people to help them cope with the impacts of the coronavirus outbreak. The Hub is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and can help with:
• Access to food
• Delivery of medication
• Combating loneliness
• Managing fuel top-up payments
• Getting access to services online
Help with Debt, Bills and Borrowing
If you are not working or furloughed at the moment due to COVID-19 and need help with debt, bills or borrowing, visit www.manchester.gov.uk/helpinghands for advice and support.
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Emergency Fund for Unpaid Carers
The Fund is open for carers (aged 16+) to ensure the ongoing health and wellbeing of both the carer and the person who needs care. This includes those households where a child or young person is the carer.
The funding can be used for transport costs (including taxis) or fuel, furniture, emergency delivery of food and one-off practical costs to help with the caring role at this time.
Support for people Self isolating with COVID-19
Where people have been told to self-isolate by the NHS Test and Trace and their income has been affected, they could be eligible for a one-off support payment. Find out more.
Help your city recover from Covid-19
The 2021 census is just around the corner. The nationwide survey provides a picture of our communities, and this helps to secure funding for services in Manchester. With all the challenges Covid-19 has presented our city, it is absolutely vital everyone completes it, so the findings are accurate, and we get our fair share.
You can play your part in helping Manchester and earn some money while doing so, with several temporary roles working on the census.
You can help shape the future of your community, while earning a competitive salary doing flexible working. The roles can also boost your CV and experience if you are looking for permanent work.
Support for those experiencing domestic abuse
If you are being hurt or controlled by your current or ex-partner, are afraid of someone at home or a member of your family, help and support is available to keep you safe during lockdown and beyond. Everyone should feel safe at home.
Did you know, staff in your GP practice are trained to ask about domestic abuse and specialist workers are available to support you? The IRIS service is for all GP patients aged 16 or over. Contact your GP or Practice Nurse for help and advice. You can also self-refer by ringing the IRIS office on 0161 820 8416.
We should all look out for the most vulnerable people in our communities and remain vigilant during lockdown. If someone you know is living with domestic violence, lockdown or isolation may mean they are spending more time with an abusive partner or unable to access their usual means of support. Check in with them and let them know help is on hand.
For more information, visit the Council's website.
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Staying active at home with MCRactive
As we face national lockdown, MCRactive are committed to supporting everyone to be active, wherever and whenever that may be. To allow access for all and engage our communities in a way that supports them to stay healthy, active and safe during these challenging times, MCRactive are bringing you resources via their Be Active at Home page.
You can access various activities that parents, children, young adults and families can take part in and feel inspired by, in their own home, garden or nearest outdoor green space. There's activity for families, kids, over 50s, for people with disabilities and to support mental health and wellbeing.
Follow @MCRactive across social media for the latest updates, and share your tips and ideas using #MCRactive to appear on their website.
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Missed bin collections
Due to the impact of COVID-19 on our services, occasionally it isn't possible to complete your bin collection on your usual day.
Since the first lockdown in March 2020, most households have been at home more of the time, so have produced more rubbish and recycling than usual, which means it takes crews longer to collect.
Just like everyone in the UK, our frontline bin-crew members can't work if they test positive for COVID-19 or must self-isolate. When this happens, they can't work for 10-14 days, and - while our contractor will use agency workers to try and cover - if lots of people are affected at the same time, it may not be possible to get enough temporary staff. If your bin is not collected on your usual day, please leave it out and we will attempt to collect it the following day.
You can get regular bin updates via our website: www.manchester.gov.uk/bins
Dena the Dena-mo: 92 year-old live wire recognised for her work in the community
Gardening Great Granny Dena Murphy is certainly no stranger to making things bloom on her north Manchester allotment. And now she has just won a Pride of Britain Award not only for that flower power - but the work she does in the community - including growing enough fruit and veg to regularly feed a lunch club; and for helping young former offenders back onto the right path.
Read more about Dena's story.
Help Us, Help You with abdominal cancers
If you have persistent tummy troubles these can be signs of a number of cancers, including bowel, ovarian or pancreatic cancer. People who are suffering with symptoms can be reluctant to visit their GP; as they may be embarrassed about their symptoms or concerned that they might be wasting their doctor’s time, or they may just put their tummy troubles down to getting older.
Or they may be concerned that they will be a burden to the NHS who are also dealing with COVID-19. While it’s probably nothing serious, any of these symptoms could be a sign of something that needs treatment. If it is cancer, finding it early makes it more treatable and can save lives. Visit nhs.uk/cancersymptoms for more information.
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