Here you will find links to Doncaster based groups and services which can help you while you are isolated. They are separated into area of work.
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These are organisations independent of Open Minds and IMP;ACT, but we hope their loveliness makes a difference to you. This list is not comprehensive - to find more support than listed below contact the coronavirus hub linked below. ​
Support with coping with the pandemic; financial, food, community support and more. The following groups can help you find the support you need.
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Helpline available 7 days a week from 8.00am to 8.00pm - Telephone: 01302 430300 – anyone can ring this if they are or know of someone who is vulnerable and has no other support
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Practical support such as urgent food supplies, shopping, hot food, collection of medication etc will be a priority
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Online chat, signposting and connecting people to other groups and volunteers to provide advice on exercising at home, keeping connected or just for regular contact
Victims of domestic abuse will be able to access safe spaces at Boots pharmacies consultation rooms where they can contact specialist domestic abuse services for support and advice. The scheme is in response to the desperate situation facing many victims who are isolating with perpetrators during lockdown.
Doncaster Flood and Covid-19 Mutual Group Response Community Coordination - In terms of response, information and coordination here's some useful information. It's humbling and heartwarming to see the community coming together. Resources are stretched across Town and people want to know how to help.
Debt Management
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During Coronavirus we have changed the way CAB provide advice. The best way to contact us via email on the link below We can provide advice via telephone on Mexborough - 01709 572402 Thorne - 01405 741457 Stainforth - 01302 846745
Doncaster Council has a dedicated website to practical aspects of dealing with coronavirus including advice for those who can’t pay their rent, or council tax, what council services are still open and what is closed. Also, Twitter and Facebook links to follow to keep up to date. @CovidDoncaster
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Domestic Abuse
Self referral Helpline 01302 737080
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If you are experiencing domestic violence and need help but can't talk Dial 999 then 55
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Reporting breaches of COVID19 guidance
The vicar and team at St. John the Evangelist Church in Balby will prepare food and essential items, free of charge, for anyone in need. If you cannot collect the items yourself they will try and make a delivery.
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Vehicles and the Corona Virus: MOTs due from 31st March 2020
Your car, van or motorcycles expiry date will be extended by 6 months if it's due on or after 31st March 2020- but you must keep your vehicle safe to drive.
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Bus timetable changes for revised timetable
Julie-Ann's easy cook facebook group; facebook community shring recipe ideas during lockdown https://www.facebook.com/groups/1298303747227132/
The butchers , Glasby in Cantley Everingham Road is offering deliveries to people who cannot/should not go out.
Topping Pie Company
01302 738333
Home delivery across Doncaster (up to 30 miles), 3 days per week, Minimum order £25
Support with medical needs.
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Doncaster School Nurse
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Available for young people via an eclinic live from 10am or via a text message service 07917031891
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Cow&Gate Help
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Specialist baby advisors and experienced mums are here to talk and ready to help whenever you need them. You can call us 24/7, or we are available on Live Chat 8am-8pm Monday-Friday.
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Facebook messenger or phone 08009778880. For the latest information and FAQ.
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Eclinic is a free app which young people aged 5-19 years can download, then book an appointment slot 10am-4pm anyday to instant message a School Nurse about anything health related.
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If you need help from your GP or other medical teams they are still there for you. This article written by a GP is reassuring.
ttps://healthinsynergy.co.uk/2020/04/28/life-as-a-lockdown-gp/
Support with your mental health for adults
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Therapies
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Help for people with long term health conditions who are feeling down, depressed or anxious. Call Improving Access to Psychological Therapies Team 01302 566999
Project 5 is a new initiative to support NHS staff struggling with mental health including suicidal thoughts during the pandemic.
Doncaster Alcohol Services are providing 6 sessions of free counselling, as well as an enormous variety of activities and community support during lockdown.
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The Samaritans are available 24/7 free on 116123 for anyone experiencing suicidal thinking or distress
Safe Space, run by Doncaster PFG, are providing free telephone support to anyone in need. Their team of volunteers who each have lived experience of mental health issues are available at the numbers which appear when you click 'go there'
Open Minds are providing 10 sessions of counselling, and have created this open minds library website for people to access other support
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National Autistic Society have a dedicated section on their website with information about coping with coronavirus, including tips for both autistic adults and families of autistic children for coping with the emotional impact, supporting mental health, and Social Stories to help explain what is happening for carers/parents to use.
autism.org.uk
Spark & Co. | COVID-19 BAME Resource Hub
COVID-19 BAME Resource Hub At Spark & Co. we normally run community events for women. However, given that COVID-19 has hit BAME groups harder, we decided to create this resource hub. In it, you will find curated links to organisations and information designed to help those from BAME backgrounds.
Doncaster Rethink provide a free helpline, on 0808 801 0442 this is available 24/7 for people in distress
Dementia UK
Information for families looking after someone with dementia during the Covid 19 pandemic
Doncaster PFG have a facebook community in which hundreds of people are able to share their experiences and support one another
the following helplines are all available for different ages and levels of support need:
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Childline: 0800 1111
Samaritans: 116 123
Domestic Violence Hotline: 0808 2000 247
Mind: 0300 123 3393
Age UK: 0800 169 6565
Support with your mental health for children and young people
National Autistic Society have a dedicated section on their website with information about coping with coronavirus, including tips for both autistic adults and families of autistic children for coping with the emotional impact, supporting mental health, and Social Stories to help explain what is happening for carers/parents to use.
autism.org.uk
A 10 minute exercise in body centred mindfulness for children (or anyone). Helpful for grounding if feeling anxious.
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/2908/finding-your-balance.pdf
Anger management
Traffic light poster to help parents deal with anger and conflict in the family, with suggestions about how to behave/things you might say to diffuse the situation.
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/2929/when-emotions-explode-poster-parents.pdf
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Eclinic is a free app which young people aged 5-19 years can download, then book an appointment slot 10am-4pm anyday to instant message a School Nurse about anything health related.
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they are also on insta as doncaster_sn
Young Minds has a section on their website aimed at supporting young people with anxiety around coronavirus including a section about looking after mental health while social distancing/isolating.
Spark & Co. | COVID-19 BAME Resource Hub
COVID-19 BAME Resource Hub At Spark & Co. we normally run community events for women. However, given that COVID-19 has hit BAME groups harder, we decided to create this resource hub. In it, you will find curated links to organisations and information designed to help those from BAME backgrounds.
A blog with many free resources, especially helping parents connect with teens.
You can also pay to subscribe or download.
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Some articles have a strong American Christian lean, but others don't.
Hope clouds – an activity that can be used by anyone to help hang onto a sense of hope that things can get better
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/2900/hope-clouds-activity.pdf
Printable Star Qualities poster which children can use to talk about and identify their own ‘star qualities’ and add them to the poster.
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/3533/star-qualities-final.pdf
Self esteem
Worksheet to encourage young people to think about what positive qualities they have
https://youngminds.org.uk/resources/school-resources/how-many-positives-activity-sheet/
Creative Support Doncaster are offering wide ranging support to families and individuals during and beyond the pandemic.
The Samaritans are available 24/7 free on 116123 for anyone experiencing suicidal thinking or distress
the following helplines are all available for different ages and levels of support need:
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Childline: 0800 1111
Samaritans: 116 123
Domestic Violence Hotline: 0808 2000 247
Mind: 0300 123 3393
A site filled with resources for parents, including videos to help you cope during the pandemic, and help with your children
slideshow for children to talk them through how stress affects their body and mood. Click 'log in as guest' to enter
Dealing with emotions
Letter template to help children express and understand their feelings, with helpful suggestions to get started with identifying emotions.
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/2933/a-letter-about-how-i-m-feeling.pdf
Well-being
Ideas for activities the whole family can join in with to promote well-being while coping with lockdown and school closures
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/3750/wellbeing-activity-calendar.pdf
Save The Children also provide help/support and advice in other areas for children and families during and beyond lockdown