Advice and information
Page last updated 31st October 2020.
***HEALTH WARNING: Coronavirus is contagious. Please take every precaution to ensure you are spreading only kindness. Avoid physical contact and keep your distance (2m distance). Wash your hands regularly. Items should be left on your doorstep. Stay at home if you or someone you live with have either: a high temperature, a new, continuous cough, a loss of, or change in, your normal sense of taste or smell, or any other symptom. Visit 111.nhs.uk if you need medical advice.***
IF YOU'RE ELDERLY OR VULNERABLE AND NEED HELP, PLEASE RING HANTSHELP4VULNERABLE ON: 0333 370 4000
Follow the social distancing measures that have been outlined by the NHS: self-isolate if you or someone in your family has any symptoms; self-isolate if you are over 70, are pregnant or have any of the underlying health conditions that have been specified; keep your distance if you go out; and WASH YOUR HANDS!
STAY ALERT. CONTROL THE VIRUS. SAVE LIVES.
Keep yourself up to date with the latest advice issued by the government:
You can find the official guidance from the NHS at: nhs.uk/coronavirus
You can find the official guidance from HM Government at: gov.uk/coronavirus
You can find the official guidance on Universal Credit at: understandinguniversalcredit.gov.uk/coronavirus
If you're showing symptoms, get a test here: gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test
You can sign up for the government's mailing list here.
Request community help
A Hampshire Coronavirus Helpline is available to provide information and advice, as well as practical support to frail or vulnerable Hampshire residents. The helpline is available seven days a week, from 9am to 5pm. The helpline is for frail or vulnerable people who need urgent assistance with essential food or household supplies, collection of medication, or who are at risk of loneliness. Please discuss your requirements with their friendly advisors who will ensure you get the help you need. (Calls charged at local rate.) More information can be found here.