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Sign for mental health webinars with SLaM Recovery College
The South London and Maudsley Recovery College supports people's personal journeys in recovering from mental health difficulties and learning to live well. While they have cancelled face-to-face course, they are running regular webinars.
27 April 2020
Advice and Information
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How has the London Ambulance Service responded to coronavirus?
The COVID-19 outbreak is a major challenge for all NHS Trusts, including the London Ambulance Service. Find out how they are responding.
27 April 2020
News
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Prosperity's Birth Companion: for pregnant BAME women living in Lambeth or Southwark
Prosperity's is designed to support Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) pregnant women in Southwark and Lambeth.
24 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Help for people with diabetes during Ramadan fast - and take extra care this year, says Diabetes UK and Mosque leaders
Ramadan, beginning on Thursday 23 April, can be a challenge for Muslims living with diabetes, for whom the medical implications of undertaking a prolonged fast can be serious if not managed well.
23 April 2020
News
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Coronavirus: Life in Southwark - "Some days the whole experience seems very unreal, even imaginary"
Read our first blog about how daily life has changed during the outbreak, and the mental health impacts of this. Part of our blog series 'Coronavirus: Life in Southwark'.
21 April 2020
Blog
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What have local people been telling us about the coronavirus outbreak? (March 2020 update)
We have analysed our recent signposting and feedback calls and emails to give you a picture of what Southwark residents are telling us about the initial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
16 April 2020
News
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WRITE A BLOG POST FOR OUR WEBSITE!
Do you live or work in Southwark? Write a blog post for our website about your experiences during the coronavirus outbreak. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, feeling bored or creative, or just have something to say, we want to hear from you!
9 April 2020
News
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How else can you help during the outbreak?
The most important thing for all of us to do is to scrupulously follow the government's rules on staying at home, to save lives and support frontline workers. But there are other ways to help, too.
9 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Supporting Carers in Southwark: continuing the dialogue
On 19 February we held an event with nearly 30 unpaid carers, as well as staff from support organisations and the Council, where we discussed the challenges of caring, and what helps. Read about the findings from these discussions in our new report.
1 April 2020
News
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Dealing with coronavirus as a carer
If you care for someone, coronavirus can make things more complicated and stressful. Here you can find helpful information, advice, and signposting to support all in one place for carers in Southwark.
26 March 2020
Advice and Information
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Get information about coronavirus in accessible formats
Download, watch and listen to information about coronavirus in easy read, British Sign Language, autism-friendly and Makaton formats.
25 March 2020
Advice and Information
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How is Healthwatch helping during the coronavirus outbreak?
We have been considering guidance from Healthwatch England and working closely with our host organisation, Community Southwark, to decide how we can best support people in Southwark during the coronavirus outbreak.
24 March 2020
News