This week some advice, guidance and activities have changed in relation to Covid-19 and lockdown.\u00a0 NELC\u2019s latest newsletter is a helpful summary of the latest advice as well as important numbers to call should you or others you know need to know about.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve also still got a general guide to Covid-19 resources here<\/a> and you can visit the NELC website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Latest Government guidance on staying alert and safe with social distancing can be found at https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/staying-alert-and-safe-social-distancing<\/a><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Advice on how to stay safe outside your home can be found at https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/staying-safe-outside-your-home<\/a><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Want to know what you can and can\u2019t do in the latest Government guidelines? Find out more at https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can-and-cant-do<\/a><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Advice and guidance for businesses that are now open can be found at https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/working-safely-during-coronavirus-covid-19 Our services<\/strong> Regular updates about council services affected by COVID-19 are listed at https:\/\/www.nelincs.gov.uk\/coronavirus<\/a>.<\/p>\n Where to find the latest information and guidance<\/strong> \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Latest information on coronavirus: https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/coronavirus<\/a><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 NHS information on coronavirus: https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/coronavirus<\/a><\/p>\n Useful numbers and advice<\/strong> \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Health. If you are struggling to manage your symptoms, call 111. If you are in urgent need of medical assistance, call 999.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Domestic Abuse (women and men). NEL Women\u2019s Aid (01472) 575757, https:\/\/www.womensaidnel.org\/<\/a>. Men\u2019s Helpline 0808 8010327.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wellbeing. If you\u2019re struggling with your mental health, call (01472) 256256.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Citizens Advice, call 03444 111444.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carers\u2019 Support Service (support for informal carers). Visit https:\/\/www.carerssupportcentre.com\/nel\/<\/a> or call (01472) 242277.<\/p>\n
\nThe Government is giving regular updates, advice and guidance about its response to the pandemic. For the most up-to-date information, visit https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/coronavirus<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 We\u2019re lifting some of the restrictions in place at our Community Recycling Centres (tips) in Grimsby and Immingham. Some restrictions remain in place and you should only visit if it is absolutely necessary. Store your waste and recycling at home if you can do it safely. Find out more at https:\/\/www.nelincs.gov.uk\/covid-19-recycling-centre-update\/<\/a>
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Wellbeing Service is continuing to provide free, confidential support during COVID-19. Find out more at https:\/\/www.nelincs.gov.uk\/upgrade-your-health-and-wellbeing\/<\/a>
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 If you are working age and currently receive financial support to help you pay your council tax, you will receive a further discount of up to \u00a3150. We are also making support available to those who receive working tax credits. Find out more at https:\/\/www.nelincs.gov.uk\/thousands-of-homes-to-receive-updated-council-tax-bills-this-week\/<\/a>
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least 300,000 people have quit smoking, 550,000 have tried to quit and 2.4 million have cut down on the amount of cigarettes they smoke due to growing concerns around Coronavirus and the increased risk smokers face. Read more at https:\/\/www.nelincs.gov.uk\/300000-smokers-have-quitforcovid\/<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Help in your community: https:\/\/www.nelincs.gov.uk\/coronavirus<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support for those isolating without anyone to support them and pick-up supplies, call (01472) 313131.<\/p>\n