Together the community is standing up to coronavirus

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

During this unprecedented time I want to reassure residents and businesses that we are working hard to ensure we can continue to deliver vital services on which our vulnerable residents rely.

Since launching our Community Help Network on Monday I have been blown away by the community spirit of our borough. We've had over 1,300 people sign up as volunteers with little over a week to prepare, our distribution centres are now up and running, and food packages are being delivered. I am delighted to say that with the help of our community volunteers and ZED Waltham Forest we delivered 77 food packages to over-70s yesterday - and that's just the start!

If you know of someone going above and beyond for their neighbours, let us know by emailing us, or tagging us on social media with #AllTogetherNowWF.

Read on for more information about how we can support you and how you can get involved in supporting each other.

Stay at Home and Save Lives

Police and Council officers are out ensuring that businesses and residents are complying with the new rules that will save lives and slow the spread of the virus.

Cllr Clyde Loakes, Deputy Leader has a simple message - Please do the right thing and stay in!

The message from the Government is clear, people need to stay home to save lives and protect the NHS so we can cope with the spread of the coronavirus.

Council Services Update

Following Government instructions some Council services are being reduced to ensure the safety of both residents and staff.

A number of services have been affected but we are working hard to ensure that vital services continue.

You can get up to date information on our services and how to access them by clicking here.

Supporting our NHS Heroes

Will you join the #clapforourcarers tonight?

This evening at 8pm to say a massive thank you to the NHS staff, social care workers and all carers, there will be a mass #clapforourcarers.

In support of NHS workers we've also introduced temporary carers parking permits, FREE of charge for all NHS staff To allow parking in any permit bay in the borough. More details here on how this works and how to apply if you are eligible.

Community Help Network

Today we have expanded the helpline.

If you do not have access to community support and are either in the over 70s age group, or have been advised by the NHS to self-isolate for 12 weeks, you can request help here.

We have also launched a Crowdfunder to give residents who are able to donate a different opportunity to show their support. If you would like to donate you can do so here.

Welfare assistance

The Council offers a range of help for residents having problems paying their rent or Council Tax during the current emergency. One simple form on the website is all you need to complete to apply for help. Decisions are being taken within three days and we are now working weekends, where possible, to make sure a fast decision is reached.

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Finding yourself in need of some new inspiration for things to do with children at home?

Suntrap Centre has come up with lots of fun, educational ideas you can do with your children safely at home. From Minibeast Maths to Eye Spy with Nature, there's something for everyone.

If you have a garden, a balcony, no space, loads of space... we'll keep your imaginations flowing!

All activities focus on nature and the environment.

Visit the website to find out more.

Information and advice regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing quickly and its important you keep up to date with those changes. The Council will be using email newsletters to keep residents and businesses up to date.

If residents have questions please visit our website, and use live chat to talk to one of our team, it's quicker than phoning.

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