There is now a central contact point in place for all residents in Norfolk requiring support. Individuals in need should call 0344 8008020. More details can be found by clicking here.
A team at the County Council will assess calls, identifying existing Children’s and Adult’s Social Care clients and passing other requests through to district community hubs to implement the support needed.
All residents will have received letters sent by their district council providing details of support options. Individuals who have been identified as vulnerable may also have received additional letters from the NHS and local GPs. Local District Councils have also been calling individuals who have been identified as vulnerable as part of a collective effort to get help where it is needed.
An Easy-Read format of this information is available by clicking here.
Author: Mundford Parish Council
Mundford Grant of £1,000
Mundford Parish Council were awarded funding from Norfolk Community Foundation to support volunteers by purchasing protective gloves to enable them to deliver food supplies and pick up prescriptions for the vulnerable. This will also provide urgent food supplies to the vulnerable should they be struggling to buy basic necessities.
Quote from Norfolk Community Foundation
Jenny Bevan, Head of Programmes, said: ‘Norfolk Community Foundation is delighted to support this much needed project that will make a real difference in the community. We wish them every success with their work.’ For further information on applying for funding go to Norfolk Community Foundation’s website www.norfolkfoundation.com.
Latest Public Transport Information
The link below is to assist with finding the latest information about what public transport services are operating during Covid-19 social distancing. If a member of the public in Norfolk is having trouble accessing essential services or supplies please call 0344 800 8020.
Click to view full details of the services available
Farming Help providing support for farmers affected by Covid-19
The Princes’ Countryside Fund Press Release
Farming Help providing support for farmers affected by Covid-19
The Farming Help Charities – Addington Fund, Farming Community Network (FCN), Forage Aid, Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (R.A.B.I), and RSABI, supported by The Prince’s Countryside Fund – are working together to support the Farming Community during the current Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
We recognise that this could be an anxious time for many farmers and farming families and periods of poor health or self-isolation may result in temporary practical difficulties on farm.
This initiative is in conjunction with The National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs, The National Farmers’ Union, and the NFU Mutual Charitable Trust.
Utilising our Farming Help helpline (operated by FCN) and respective organisations/volunteer networks, we can offer the following local support. Get in touch on 03000 111 999 if you:
· Feel concerned or anxious and would like to talk to someone who understands farming, will listen to you and help you think through your options
· Would like help to draft a contingency plan to ensure you and your farm are prepared, should you be unable to work for a time.
· If you or people you rely on become ill or are self-isolating and you need to find help locally- we will endeavour to find support for you in your local area. We will source contact details of local organisations and groups who may be able to assist you in finding help to feed livestock, collect shopping or collect prescriptions if you are unable to do so. This directory will be revised and updated in the coming weeks and months.
Call 03000 111 999 or visit www.farminghelp.co.uk
Lancaster Memorial Service Cancelled
It is with regret that we have to inform you, due to recent Government advice and with consideration of the health and age group of many of our guests, that our event for the 21st of March has been postponed due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Circle of Friends
Coronavirus – National Guidelines
This post has national guidelines for Coronavirus (Covid-19) with links to further information.
Stay alert
We can all help control the virus if we all stay alert. This means you must:
- stay at home as much as possible
- work from home if you can
- limit contact with other people
- keep your distance if you go out (2 metres apart where possible)
- wash your hands regularly
Self-isolate if you or anyone in your household has symptoms.
Read the latest NHS advice for everyone.
Read the latest Government advice on working safely.
Read the latest Government advice on safer public spaces.
Read the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on the phased return of sport and recreation
Government Resources
Here are some general resources about Coronavirus (Covid-19) which have been produced to support people with a learning disability and their families and carers, but that apply to us all.
- Latest Public Health England (PHE) guidance
- Hand Washing Rap Video guide to handwashing from the Purple All Stars
- Easy Read information from Photosymbols
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Useful Information
Compiled by Weeting Parish Council and reproduced with their kind permission. 18th March 2020.
Health Services
Telephone – 111
Website – https://111.nhs.uk/
If you have symptoms of Coronavirus you are advised to use the 111 online checker – https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19
The advice is that you should only contact 111 if you are worried about your health or you have had symptoms for more than seven days.
Medication – You can go online or phone your local chemist to discuss your prescriptions being delivered to your home.
Statutory Services
If you are suspicious or concerned about someone’s safety, ring Norfolk County Council’s Adult and Children’s Social Services on 0344 800 8020.
Benefit & Money Advice
Citizens Advice Brandon
Telephone – 0800 144 8848 – Website – https://suffolkwestcab.org.uk/
Universal Credit
For advice on benefits and guidance for employers and businesses contact: Telephone – 0800 328 5644
Textphone – 0800 328 1344
Website – www.gov.uk/universal-credit
Martin Lewis Money Saving Expert
Website – https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/
Charities that can offer telephone and online support
The British Lung Foundation
Telephone – 03000 030 555
Website – https://www.blf.org.uk/support-for-you/coronavirus
Silver Line – A helpline for Older People – open 24 hours a day to offer support for loneliness and isolation.
Telephone – 0800 4 70 80 90
Website – https://www.thesilverline.org.uk/
Mind – The Mental Health Charity
Telephone – 0300 123 3393 – open 9 – 6 Monday to Friday
Website – www.mind.org.uk
Age UK Norfolk – offers a range of services to older people in later life.
Telephone – 0300 500 1217
Website – www.ageuk.org.uk/norfolk
The Trussell Trust – provides emergency food and support to people in crisis.
Telephone – 01722 580 180
Website – https://www.trusselltrust.org/
Horticultural Cups
If anyone has any knowledge of what various trophies were awarded for then the Parish Council would like know in order that records can be kept relating to each trophy. The photo below was taken at the Village Hall Open Day and the list below is all the information we have at present.
BRECKHOLM TROPHY FOR BEST GARDEN
MUNDFORD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
FOR HIGHEST POINTS IN VEGITABLE CLASS 1991-1995
MUNDFORD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
FLOWER SECTION AUTUMN SHOW 1991-1995
SUTTERBY CUP
1997-1991 (NO DETAILS)
MUNDFORD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
DAVID WILLIAMS CHALLENGE CUP 1972-1995 (NO DETAILS)
THE FLORENCE YOUNG CUP
MUNDFORD WI 1963-2011 (NO DETAILS)
MORTIBOY CUP
1976-1985 (NO DETAILS)
DON WATKINS CUP (NO DETAILS)
THE ALEC HUNT CUP
FOR HOME MADE WINE 1969-1987
MUNDFORD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
CHALLENGE CUP 1977-1995 (NO DETAILS)
UNNAMED TANKARD TYPE CUP
1949-1995 (NO DETAILS)
MILLS CUP
1948-1993 (NO DETAILS)
SMALL UN-NAMED CUP
1952-1981 (NO DETAILS)
Emergency closure of High Street in the Town of Watton – Building fire
Stanta Tour 2020
Full full details of the Stanta tour this year please refer to the poster
Good Neighbour Scheme
Good Neighbour Schemes (GNSs) run in various towns and villages in Norfolk. They are run by local people in their own communities. These volunteers aim to help those who are vulnerable and most in need in their community, those who maybe don’t have local friends or family, by providing practical help with things such as lifts to appointments or to go shopping, simple DIY tasks, dog walking or just having a cuppa and a chat.
While lots of people do help their neighbours in an informal way, Good Neighbour Schemes are a way of setting up organised helping. They enable volunteers to offer the type and level of helping that works for them, a method of managing requests and responding in a consistent, planned and safe way.
As part of this project, CAN are able to help support communities to set up Good Neighbour Schemes, providing step-by-step information, advice and support to get going – as well as some financial support to set up the scheme – and ongoing support as part of a GNS network in Norfolk.
Please read this leaflet which provides contact details if you wish to join.