Promoting choice, control and independence
for disabled people in Sheffield
Coronavirus Information and Support
We’re gathering information about the Coronavirus on an ongoing basis , will add more specific guidance for disabled people relating to adult social care and local support as it becomes available and will keep this page regularly updated. If you have any questions please contact us on 0114 253 6750 or email info@disabilitysheffield.org.uk
Our Text Only Number: 07541 937 169
- Disability Sheffield PA Support for Individual Employers
- Coronavirus Testing for PAs
- Requests for Personal Protective Equipment for PAs
- Information on Coronavirus for Individual Employers and PAs
- Advocacy
- Local Support - Help with Shopping etc
- UK Government Guidance
- NHS / 111 advice
- NHS Sheffield Health and Social Care
- Welfare Rights
- Sheffield City Council
- Prescriptions
- Travel Information and Advice including Face Covering
- Motability
- Physical Health and Exercise
- Bereavement
- Autism
- Blindness and Sight Loss
- Cancer
- Carers
- Children and Young People
- Deafness and Hearing Loss
- Dementia
- Learning Disability
- Mental Health
- Disability Sheffield Blogs
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Disability Sheffield PA Support for Individual Employers
New Covid-19 PA Register
In response to a city wide need for more personal assistants due to the impact of the Coronavirus, Disability Sheffield is hosting a new Covid-19 PA register. The purpose of the register is:To hold the details of PAs and other support workers (e.g. from day services) who are available for work
To register their availability PAs and organisations with support workers who they can redeploy, must complete the on-line PA Support Form . This information includes contact details, skills and availability.To match people in need of support with a potential PA
People looking for a PA/support worker ( Individuals in receipt of a direct payment or health budget, Care Managers, Social Workers, Support Providers ) can download and complete a Referral for PA Support form and email it to CV19@disabilitysheffield.org.uk .For more information email CV19@disabilitysheffield.org.uk or phone us on 0114 2536750 .
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Coronavirus Testing for PAs
The Government’s National Coronavirus Testing Programme has now expanded capacity to test other frontline workers, including all personal care assistants (PAs) who are having to self-isolate due to having coronavirus-like symptoms or because a member of their household has symptoms.
View National Guidance on Testing
Eligibility for testing
· PA’s self-isolating because they have COVID-19 symptoms
In this instance, only they will be eligible for a COVID-19 test. No other members of their household are eligible.
· PA self-isolating because a person in their household is symptomatic, but they are not (If you live with a PA this may be you).
In this instance, the household member (adults and children aged 5 and over) is eligible to have a test for COVID-19. Your PA’s name will be noted but they do not need to have a test.
· Self-isolating for other reasons
If they are self-isolating for other reasons and are not symptomatic, they will not be eligible to be tested.
To check if you have COVID-19 symptoms, go to https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19
Symptomatic people should be swabbed as soon as possible within 5 days of developing symptoms
To apply for a test referral please follow this link to the Community Swabbing Service
Testing is by appointment only – please do not attend a testing centre unless you have completed the test referral form and had an appointment confirmed.
How it works
Your PA will receive a phone call to arrange their test. This will normally be within a day or so of submitting the application. They will be provided with all the details they need to attend for testing as part of that call.
The tests are ‘drive-through’, meaning a car is needed to attend. More information is provided in the test referral application form. If they don’t have access to a car the Community Swabbing Service will do their best to help them access transport for their appointment. However, their ability to help is limited.
More information is available in the test referral form but if you have any further questions please contact the Community Swabbing Service by emailing swabbingservice@sheffield.gov.uk .
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Requests for Personal Protective Equipment for PAs
Disability Sheffield is taking requests for PPE from PAs (and social workers etc working with people who have PAs) on behalf of the council. We are able to provide PPE for anyone in receipt of a direct payment whether it is Social Care or Continuing Health Care (PHB) Also privately funded care if required.
To register your request for PPE contact CV19@disabilitysheffield.org.uk or phone us on 0114 2536750
We will contact you to discuss whether you fit the current Government and local council eligibility criteria. If you are eligible we will arrange delivery of PPE, subject to availability.
PPE Guidance is regularly updated on the Government’s website
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Information on Coronavirus for Individual Employers and PAs
Authentication Form for PAs
The Department of Health has confirmed that PAs are included in the definition of key worker. If you are being challenged a template letter is available from Disability Sheffield on request by emailing CV19@disabilitysheffield.org.uk or phoning 0114 2536750Sheffield Adult Social Care
Sheffield City Council have updated their guidance Managing your Direct Payment during the Coronavirus pandemic The information explains the extra support SCC can give you and answers lots of the questions people have been asking View DocumentRisk Assessment Tool for Personal Assistants (PAs) Returning to Work
This guide has been developed by Sheffield Individual Employer and PA Development Group to support employers to think about how they might support their PAs to return to work and feel they are in a safe environment. The information in this document is only a guide and gives you topics and poses questions for you to consider when assessing the risks that might exist and how you may minimise these. View DocumentSkills for Care
New page on Skills for Care Website with the latest guidance to support IEs and PAs during this challenging period. Guidance for IEs and PAs The page will be regularly updated and includes a comprehensive FAQ factsheet.Government Guidance for People Receiving Direct Payments
This guidance sets out the main messages for individuals and organisations that can support planning, and help slow the transmission of the coronavirus as the outbreak progresses across the country. It’s accompanied by a Q&A, mostly aimed at direct payment holders, that directly responds to questions and concerns previously raised by direct payment holders, personal assistants, and charities and organisations that support them.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-for-people-receiving-direct-paymentsDepartment of Health
Easy Read Guide to Direct Payments
https://www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/easy-read-direct-payments.pdfSocial Care Institute for Excellence
SCIE has produced a Q and A about social care.
https://www.scie.org.uk/care-providers/coronavirus-covid-19/social-care-questions-and-answersFree Online Training
Health Education England e-Learning for Healthcare has created an e-learning programme for the entire UK health and care workforce, including those working in the NHS, the independent sector and social care.
www.e-lfh.org.uk/coronavirusCoronavirus training recommended by Skills For Care
https://greymatterlearning.co.uk/onlinelearning/coronavirus-course/Safeguarding children e-learning (multiple useful courses )
https://www.safeguardingsheffieldchildren.org/sscb/training/e-learningSkills for Care – Care Certificate workbooks
https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Learning-development/inducting-staff/care-certificate/Care-Certificate-workbook.aspxPeople Plus
https://peopleplus.theskillsnetwork.com/?search=&tags%5B%5D=Health+and+Social+CareFree e-learning on autism (amongst others)
ttps://www.derby.ac.uk/short-courses-cpd/online/free-courses/General Data Protection Regulations (you need to register with Future Learn but the course is free)
https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/general-data-protection-regulation?utm_campaign=fl_february_2020&utm_medium=promo_cpc_referral&utm_source=reed_web&utm_term=businessIn Control
This page is for people and families and has been set up to help share useful links, practical tips and ideas that people who manage their direct payments have put in place for themselves and their PAs. They are Coronaheroes.
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Advocacy
Due to the emergency legislation that has been introduced in reaction to COVID-19, there has been some confusion about if and how people could access advocacy during this time.
Advocacy QPM
Their resources include a myth-busting fact sheet and an easy read guide to advocacy during COVID-19.Disability Sheffield
Our advocacy service is still providing regular telephone contact and support for our existing advocacy clients. We are still taking referrals for people who are struggling to access health and social care or through the advocacy hub. However the service we can provide is limited to phone and email contact at this time. Email us at CV19@disabilitysheffield.org.uk or phone 0114 2536750 Mon-Fri 9-5.Sheffield Advocacy Hub
Their face to face services are now closed but you can still get support by phoning 0800 0350396 , Mon-Fri 9-5.
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Local Support - Help with Shopping etc
People classified as ‘extremely vulnerable’ can self-register for support (food parcels) here: https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerable?fbclid=IwAR0ZciJdp3zC-6ZH8hDIWX2SO1_ijJWq4fexprK2e5Cr9fpbooEJLVON_mA
Sheffield City Council
Help with collecting shopping, medication or social contact if you have no-one else who can offer support and you self isolating because you or your household is more vulnerable to the effects of the virus or you have the virus. You can also apply once for an emergency food parcel.
https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/home/your-city-council/coronavirus-support-for-people#socialNHS Volunteer Responders
Tel 0808 196 3646 (8am to 8pm) to arrange volunteer support.
See eligibility criteria ans FAQs in link below
https://volunteering.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/nhs-volunteer-responders-portal/isolating#_ga=2.220408600.1247321821.1587998925-1835421576.1586274420Voluntary Action Sheffield
VAS is coordinating a response calling for volunteers for informal and neighbourhood activity (street-level support such as doing errands);organised community hubs (trusted, registered organisations) and the statutory,city wide approach (emergency response and planning ).
https://www.vas.org.uk/covid-19-coronavirus-vcs-planning-meeting-call-for-volunteers/Sheffield COVID Support Map
This details support offered by street level groups such as mutual aid, and community hubs. The map is live, and a work in progress; it points to where you can go to get information or support or to offer to volunteer.
https://www.vas.org.uk/sheffield-covid-support-map/Mutual Aid Sheffield Groups
Here is a map of existing groups on Facebook.
https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1Y5NQS_XmMKqTnJhKL4j0bIqM3vQD72np&ll=53.35012851193929%2C-1.4503357911864896&z=11&fbclid=IwAR3AI6zBMVjmq4kuOebPxV350NkYjAZofSbbykG5HoW2mj—B4CsTxWAPlUZest Essential Item Delivery Service
For people who are self isolating, vulnerable, have low mobility or are otherwise unable to access essential items and live in the S6, S3 or S10 postcode areas of Sheffield. Email covidsupport@zestcommunity.co.uk with a brief description of your situation and information on the essential items you require. If you do not have access to email, please call/text Zest on 07517 864 017 (Tues/Thurs) or 07517 810 824 (Mon/Wed/Fri).Sheffield Food Bank List
Search this list by postcode to find the nearest foodbank
http://www.sheffieldfoodbank.org.uk/food-bank-list/Find Your Local Milkman
We’ve heard that some milkmen are delivering some food as well as milk
https://www.findmeamilkman.net/#page-topAsda Volunteer Shopping Card
The Volunteer Shopping Card can be bought easily online.It can then be emailed to the volunteer or printed out and left in a safe place for the volunteer to pick up. The volunteer then shops using the card, makes the payment using the barcode in store, and leaves the shopping in a safe place.
https://cards.asda.com/volunteerMorrisons – Doorstep Delivery Service
Morrisons have set up a new service that allow vulnerable and elderly residents to phone 0345 611 6111 and order essential food items. The order will take 24 hours to process and is delivered by Morrisons staff. Contactless payment is made on delivery.
https://my.morrisons.com/doorstep-deliveries/Marks & Spencer – We’re All In This Together Card
Similar to the Asda scheme the Marks & Spencer card is purchased as an e-gift card and can be used either online or directly at the checkout using a unique barcode. https://www.marksandspencer.com/all-in-this-together/p/p60282075Which Guide
Check out what’s on offer from Supermarkets in this round up of the latest information ‘ How can Coronavirus-Vulnerable Households get Food Deliveries ‘
https://www.which.co.uk/news/2020/04/how-can-coronavirus-vulnerable-households-get-food-deliveries/#school -
UK Government Guidance
General Information for the public
The Government’s latest guidance appears in date order and you can use the search facility to look for specific guidance on a particular topic.
https://www.gov.uk/search/all?topical_events%5B%5D=coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response&order=updated-newestBritish Sign Language Versions of Government Advice
https://www.signhealth.org.uk/coronavirus/Guidance on Shielding and Protecting People defined on Medical Grounds as Extremely Vulnerable
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19Covid 19 Adult Social Care Action Plan
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/879639/covid-19-adult-social-care-action-plan.pdfResidential Care, Supported Living and Home Care Guidance https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-residential-care-supported-living-and-home-care-guidance
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NHS / 111 advice
Checklist of things to do if you think you have symptoms
https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19More detailed information
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/Test and Trace
NHS Test and Trace and how it works
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-test-and-trace-how-it-worksAlternative Formats for Test and Trace Information
https://coronavirusresources.phe.gov.uk/Test-and-Trace/resources/alternativeresources/NHS 111 BSL Service
https://interpreternow.co.uk/nhs111?fbclid=IwAR34B-WnJcS_5TSOsD_Tpw9AnbrVBNjiqTq5BDEAGnUiXg3yhjjCJMIrgGkInformation in Other Formats
Public Health England information in alternative formats
https://campaignresources.phe.gov.uk/resources/campaigns/101/resources/5080Information in Other Languages
https://www.doctorsoftheworld.org.uk/coronavirus-information/Learning Disability and Autism
NHS Easy Read advice to staff supporting people with a learning disability or autistic people
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/04/clinical-guide-for-staff-supporting-patients-with-a-learning-disability-autism-or-both-easy-read.pdf -
NHS Sheffield Health and Social Care
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Information Update
https://www.sth.nhs.uk/news/news?action=view&newsID=1190Accessing GP Services
https://www.sheffieldccg.nhs.uk/Your-Health/accessing-gp-services.htmInformation on Visiting Relatives
https://www.shsc.nhs.uk/coronavirusImproving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT)
The service will move to telephone assessment and telephone treatments for all patients seen in primary care. No staff will enter GP practices if they have a cough or fever. If they are fit and well they will continue to work from their GP practice.Healthwatch Sheffield
Information outlining how to stay safe and healthy and links to associate organisations who can offer specific health and social care support.
https://www.healthwatchsheffield.co.uk/covid-19/Healthwatch Help Sheet
Getting to Essential Appointments
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Welfare Rights
Citizens Advice Sheffield
From Monday, 23 March 2020 Citizens Advice Sheffield are not offering any face to face services across the city until further notice but you can still get the following help by telephone.Advice Line – 03444 113 111
(Open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm)
There is a temporary fault on this line. ( 23/3/20 )If you are cut off please email info@citizensadvicesheffield.org.uk with your number and you will be called back.
A text facility is available aimed at people who cannot phone because of a lack of credit .Clients can text 07860 026184 and will receive a call or text back.Consumer Service Helpline – 0800 04 05 06
(Open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm)Help to Claim Helpline – 0800 144 8 444
(Open Monday to Friday 8am-6pm)Sheffield Advocacy Hub – 0800 035 0396
(Open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm)https://citizensadvicesheffield.org.uk/
Deaf Advice Team:Citizens Advice Sheffield
For welfare rights advice send a text message on 07464544214 or email deafadvice@citizensadvice.org.uk
You can also request a videocall by appointment ( DAT will guide you how to set this up ).Citizens Advice
Latest advice on going to work, claiming benefits, medical assessments, schooling and travel.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/health/coronavirus-what-it-means-for-you/ACAS Advice for Employers and Employees
https://www.acas.org.uk/coronavirusRightsnet
Latest announcements and help guides all in one place
https://www.rightsnet.org.uk/covid19Disability Rights UK
Coronavirus e-news:practical information for disabled people,
information on and links to government and institutional guidance, including a link to supermarket opening times
https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/coronavirusMoney Saving Expert
Coronavirus financial help and rights
https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/news/2020/03/uk-coronavirus-help-and-your-rights/?utm_source=MSE_Newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=24-Mar-20-50599075-1292&utm_campaign=nt-hiya&utm_content=1 -
Sheffield City Council
Coronavirus Helpline to Support Vulnerable Residents
Support on any issue relating to Coronavirus is available Monday – Friday 8:45 am – 4:45pm.
Call 0114 273 4567.Coronavirus – Support for People
Help with collecting shopping, medication or social contact
If you have no-one else who can offer support and you are self isolating because you or your household is more vulnerable to the effects of the virus or you have the virus, You can also apply once for an emergency food parcel.
https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/home/your-city-council/coronavirus-support-for-people#socialCommunity Support Team
If you are over 70 or in a vulnerable situation and need emergency support such as food, gas/electric or medication, call the support team on 0114 205 7120 Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm. A Community Support Worker will respond to you.The Council Leader has pledged to keep vital services running; prioritise the most vulnerable people in the city; ensure that no council tenant will lose their home because they are affected by COVID-19; work with the business community to help Sheffield companies access government support;support and mobilise the community spirit of Sheffield to support each other through the crisis, working with the voluntary sector. View Statement
Updates on Affected Council Services
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Prescriptions
Sheffield City Council
No one to help you to get your prescription ? Sheffield City Council’s Coronavirus Helpline is now the main contact for help with prescriptions
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Travel Information and Advice including Face Covering
Travel South Yorkshire
Latest Coronavirus travel information and advice including face coverings and help for ‘vulnerable people’.
https://travelsouthyorkshire.com/en-GB/LandingPage/coronavirusWearing a Face Covering on Public Transport
The government has made it compulsory for passengers on public transport to wear a face covering from Monday 15 June.The rule applies to passengers on-board buses, trams and trains – you don’t need to wear a face covering while waiting at a stop or platform, or in bus stations and interchanges.
A face covering isn’t the same as a surgical face mask. It can be a scarf or bandana, or can be made at home. The most important thing is that it should cover the mouth and nose. The government has given instructions on how to make and wear a face covering on its Safer travel guidance page.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-wear-and-make-a-cloth-face-covering/how-to-wear-and-make-a-cloth-face-coveringFace Covering Exemptions
Government guidance on exemptions is still in development but, following an equalities impact assessment, the Department for Transport has confirmed that the exemption will apply to people with:
· Breathing difficulties and other respiratory conditions.
· Conditions affecting their dexterity, meaning they are not able to put on a face covering.
· Mental health conditions such as anxiety or panic disorders.
· Other non-visible disabilities such as autism.
· Cognitive impairments, including dementia, who may not understand or remember the need to wear a face covering.
· Visual impairments, with a restricted field of vision, particularly if any residual vision is at the lower edge of the normal field of view.
· Impairments which would make it difficult to put on or take off a face covering safely, accurately, consistently or without pain.
The exemptions also apply to people who rely on lip reading. This includes carers who are travelling with someone for whom a face covering would make communication difficult.
Passengers will be able to remove their face covering for eating and drinking if necessary and taking essential medication.
This list isn’t exhaustive and exemption will also apply to anyone who has a legitimate health or disability reason for not wearing a face covering, as outlined above.
Exemption Cards
Travel South Yorkshire’s Journey Assistance Cards help passengers with hidden disabilities or older passengers discreetly get help from the driver or conductor so they can travel on public transport with confidence. They also aim to help drivers and conductors be aware of any assistance or information requirements you may have. The series of cards now includes a card stating ‘I am exempt from wearing a face covering’ .You can download the cards here .
or you can apply for a card to be sent to you using this form .Keep Safe have made a series of exemption cards they have designed to show why someone is not wearing a face covering, which is especially helpful if a person’s impairment is not visible.
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Motability
Motability Scheme
Frequently asked Questions about the impact of the Coronavirus following the closure of dealerships and inability to process any further orders, manage handovers or car returns.
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Physical Health and Exercise
Move More Sheffield
This booklet has been developed to support older people and those who are shielded to stay active and healthy at home.
https://www.movemoresheffield.com/Media/Default/Documents/active_at_home.pdfGet Yourself Active
Developing resources for disabled people to keep exercising through the Coronavirus crisis. First up, some chair-based work outs: http://www.getyourselfactive.org/stories/get-yourself-active-at-home/You can share how you’re exercising at home on social media with the hashtag #getactiveathome.
SIV Home Workouts
A range of FREE, short, tailored and motivating home workouts designed by experienced exercise referral instructors for people who would benefit from being active at home, but need support and consideration because of a health condition or just a long period of inactivity.
https://www.siv.org.uk/fitness/exercise-referral10 Today
Short ten minute routines to get older people stretching and moving, broadcast on the radio and online.
https://10today.co.uk/Government guidance has changed to permit people with specific health needs to exercise outside more than once a day and to travel to do so where necessary.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can-and-cant-do/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can-and-cant-do#can-i-exercise-more-than-once-a-day-if-i-need-to-due-to-a-significant-health-condition -
Bereavement
Listening Ear
Sheffield City Council has launched a new service to help people bereaved during Covid19. The aim of the service is to provide practical, emotional health and wellbeing support to residents of South Yorkshire bereaved during this time, and to signpost residents to other support available as required.
The service provides:· One to one telephone support from an qualified Worker
· Information, emotional and practical support
· Practical support dealing with healthcare agencies
· Local information with regards to the current funeral process
· Help overcoming any feelings of isolation
· Referrals and signposting to other services as required.
The Listening Ear Helpline is free of charge and does not have a waiting list.
Tel 0800 048 5224 or email helpline@listening-ear.co.uk
Here to Hear
Local Community Organisation Faith Star has launched a multi-faith, multi-language pastoral support line for people recently bereaved by Covid-19 . Open to all, but particularly focused on supporting Black, Asian and Minority
Ethnic communities.
Tel 0333 344 5659Cruse Bereavement Care
Information and Resources on dealing with bereavement and grief
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Autism
Sheffield Voices Coffee Mornings
Connect with each other, have some fun and find out information at our online meetings on ZOOM every Tuesday and Thursday at 11am until 12pm. How to Zoom Easy Read Guide . If you’d like to join contact Disability Sheffield on 0114 2536750 or email kathryn.littlewood@disabilitysheffield.org.uk or even send us a private message through our Sheffield Voices Facebook page .National Autistic Society
Information and Guidance for autistic people and their families
https://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/coronavirus.aspx..Sheffield Autistic Society
https://sheffieldautisticsociety.org.uk/2020/04/10/covid19-news-on-restrictions-and-other-information/Easy Read Information
Keepsafe
Keepsafe has produced posters about the latest guidance from the government and resources on different topics to help you and people you know keep safe from Coronavirus . The site also has a page on Things to DoInclusion North
Inclusion North have collected a wide range of Coronavirus information on their Coronavirus support page, including their Easy Read Coronavirus Information sheets and daily news videos.Speakup
Speakup Self Advocacy produces regular Spreading the News updates about Coronavirus on staying safe and treats to help you during lockdown.Makaton
Offer training and have produced some free resources on Coronavirus.
https://www.makaton.org/Assets/Store/FreeResources/Coronavirus-social-story.pdfNHS
Easy Read advice to staff supporting people with a learning disability or autistic people
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/04/clinical-guide-for-staff-supporting-patients-with-a-learning-disability-autism-or-both-easy-read.pdfCovid 19 Hospital Passport
Learning Disability England’s resources include advice on being prepared in case you need to go to hospital.An important preparation is to update your Hospital Passport. Some family members have worked with nurses and the British Institute of Human Rights to make an emergency COVID-19 hospital passport that means medical professionals can get the information they need quickly. Here is their Covid-19 hospital passport template .NHS Grab and Go Guide
The Grab and Go Guide has been designed in partnership with people with learning disabilities and autism, families and nurses. It gives information that doctors will need if patients with a learning disability, autism or both are admitted to hospital and struggling to breathe. It is not a replacement for the everyday, detailed hospital passport.
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/03/C0381-nhs-covid-19-grab-and-go-lda-form.pdfYou can use these guidance notes to help you complete the Grab and Go Guide:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/03/C0381-nhs-covid-19-grab-and-go-lda-guidance-notes.pdfReally Helpful List of Autism Resources
A list of useful autism resources can be downloaded by clicking here
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Blindness and Sight Loss
Royal National Institute for the Blind
Sight Advice Frequently Asked Questions.
https://www.sightadvicefaq.org.uk/independent-living/Covid-19-QsGuide Dogs
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Cancer
The latest guidance for people living with cancer including what will happen to treatment.
Cancer Research UK
https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus-and-cancerMacMillan Cancer Support
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/coronavirus/cancer-and-coronavirusCancer Alliance
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Carers
Sheffield Carers Centre
Services are operating mostly as normal ( Wednesday drop-in sessions and April Carers Cafe are suspended)Can help carers think about planning for an emergency – including what steps could be taken if carers become unwell.
Click here for details.Carer Advice Line Tel: 0114 272 8362 Monday – Friday 9am-6pm
Carers UK
Advice for carers, including how to protect the person you care for, contingency planning, and advice for working carers: https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/health/looking-after-your-health/coronavirus-covid-19 -
Children and Young People
Sheffield Parent Carer Forum
A list of information and resources for children and young people.
https://sheffieldparentcarerforum.org.uk/news/coronavirus-useful-links/Contact
Information about Covid-19 coronavirus for families with disabled children.
https://contact.org.uk/advice-and-support/covid-19/Special Needs Jungle
Latest Coronavirus information relevant for SEND families.
https://www.specialneedsjungle.com/latest-coronavirus-information-relevant-for-send-families/?utm_source==Lullaby Trust
Coronavirus and Caring for your Baby FAQs
https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/safer-sleep-advice/coronavirus-and-caring-for-your-baby/Social Distancing Guidance for Parents and Carers
https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/UKSHEFFIELD/2020/03/27/file_attachments/1412413/SD%20guidance%20for%20parents%20and%20carers%20March%202020.pdfLearn Sheffield
Approved resources for home learning and the Home Learning Supplement.
https://learnsheffield.co.uk/Covid-19 -
Deafness and Hearing Loss
NHS 111 BSL Service
https://interpreternow.co.uk/nhs111?fbclid=IwAR34B-WnJcS_5TSOsD_Tpw9AnbrVBNjiqTq5BDEAGnUiXg3yhjjCJMIrgGkDeaf Advice Team:Citizens Advice Sheffield
For welfare rights advice send a text message on 07464544214 or email deafadvice@citizensadvice.org.uk
You can also request a videocall by appointment ( DAT will guide you how to set this up ).View website for further information ( and scroll down to see full content ) and watch BSL Video .
Action on Hearing Loss
https://beta.actiononhearingloss.org.uk/coronavirus-response/ -
Dementia
Alzheimer’s Society
Coronavirus information for people affected by dementia
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/coronavirus-covid-19?dm_i=57EL%2C6API%2C2DTSOW%2CNKZA%2C1COVID-19 Information Tool Kit for Dementia Care
Free resources and posters for support staff and individuals with dementia from Supported Living the Montessori Way.
https://dementiathemontessoriway.co.uk/covid-19-resources/ -
Learning Disability
Sheffield Voices Coffee Mornings
Connect with each other, have some fun and find out information at our online meetings on ZOOM every Tuesday and Thursday at 11am until 12pm. How to Zoom Easy Read Guide . If you like to join in contact Disability Sheffield on 0114 2536750 or email kathryn.littlewood@disabilitysheffield.org.uk or even send us a private message through our Sheffield Voices Facebook page .Easy Read Information
Keepsafe
Keepsafe has produced posters about the latest guidance from the government and resources on different topics to help you and people you know keep safe from Coronavirus . The site also has a page on Things to DoInclusion North
Inclusion North have collected a wide range of Coronavirus information on their Coronavirus support page, including their Easy Read Coronavirus Information sheets and daily news videos.Speakup
Speakup Self Advocacy produces regular Spreading the News updates about Coronavirus on staying safe and treats to help you during lockdown.Mencap
Mencap, one of the largest learning disability support organisations in the UK has a Coronavirus Information and Resources page, including ways to keep busyMakaton
Offer training and have produced some free resources on Coronavirus.
https://www.makaton.org/Assets/Store/FreeResources/Coronavirus-social-story.pdfRules from May – June
Easy Read information regarding the Government update for guidance in May and June.
https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAMkADFjZjUxMWI0LTVkMzYtNGQ4ZC05OTcwLTZlYTYxOTFmYWEzYQBGAAAAAADZKoSCmgTESLiaIV5IvgsmBwCsXV7lRHW7Rqx2bOetfPfTAAAAAAENAACsXV7lRHW7Rqx2bOetfPfTAAX9kQOTAAA%3DLearning Disability England
Keep informed and in touch about the Coronavirus. Includes sections on the latest ‘Information and Guidance’, ‘Resources that can help’ and ‘Connecting People, including Webinars’
https://www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/what-we-do/keeping-informed-and-in-touch-during-coronavirus/Covid 19 Hospital Passport
Learning Disability England’s resources include advice on being prepared in case you need to go to hospital.An important preparation is to update your Hospital Passport. Some family members have worked with nurses and the British Institute of Human Rights to make an emergency COVID-19 hospital passport that means medical professionals can get the information they need quickly. Here is their Covid-19 hospital passport template .NHS Grab and Go Guide
The Grab and Go Guide has been designed in partnership with people with learning disabilities and autism, families and nurses. It gives information that doctors will need if patients with a learning disability, autism or both are admitted to hospital and struggling to breathe. It is not a replacement for the everyday, detailed hospital passport.
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/03/C0381-nhs-covid-19-grab-and-go-lda-form.pdfYou can use these guidance notes to help you complete the Grab and Go Guide:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/03/C0381-nhs-covid-19-grab-and-go-lda-guidance-notes.pdfPeople First
Read their Coronavirus Statement from People with Learning Difficulties/Disabilities
http://peoplefirstltd.com/Easy Read Online
Advice about the Coronavirus and on staying at home and away from others
https://www.easy-read-online.co.uk/erdocs/easy-read-online/Food Shopping Online Easy Read
http://easyread.info/shopping-online-easy-read/?fbclid=IwAR1z1k0roObSaee2VJ5eBCMo-8ZuUQYLivVjwfxHd9_Q4AfBL889DuIOtC4Advocacy QPM
Easy Read informaiton about your rights to advocacy.
https://qualityadvocacy.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Easy-Read-Coronavirus-Facts-About-Advocacy-and-Rights.pdfNHS
Easy Read advice to staff supporting people with a learning disability or autistic people
https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/04/clinical-guide-for-staff-supporting-patients-with-a-learning-disability-autism-or-both-easy-read.pdf -
Mental Health
Sheffield IAPT
Their ‘Coping with Covid’ course is a four session online course looking at different emotional responses to the coronavirus outbreak and offering simple skills and techniques to help cope with this. Each session is around half an hour long with time after to ask questions and focuses on a different theme each week.
http://iaptsheffield.shsc.nhs.uk/coping-with-covid-course/Sheffield Mind
Practical information and tips for taking care of your mental health
https://www.sheffieldmind.co.uk/news/coronavirus-and-your-mental-healthTel: 0114 258 4489 Email: info@sheffieldmind.co.uk
Sheffield Flourish
Recently launched My Toolkit as a simple platform to organise the resources, ideas and actions that will help you to have better mental health. It was co-created with the community to complement the Sheffield Mental Health Guide. You can create your own confidential space to put together ideas, services and activities that you’re interested in which support your mental health. This space is then there for you whenever you need it, so you can find what you want more quickly. Sign up and take a look hereMental Health Foundation
Advice on looking after your mental health during the Coronavirus/Covid-19 outbreak: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/looking-after-your-mental-health-during-coronavirus-outbreakAdvice on talking with your children about news that might be scary
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/talking-to-your-children-scary-world-newsMIND
Advice about managing mental health, particularly around possible or actual self-isolation
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/#collapse4ff9bEvery Mind Matters
Tips and advice on things you can do now to help you keep on top of your mental wellbeing and cope with how you may feel while staying at home.
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-staying-at-home-tips/Get your Mind Plan from Every Mind Matters
Now tailored for the Coronavirus outbreak
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/your-mind-plan-quiz/National Survivor User Network
Guidance on keeping in touch with each other when we can’t meet face to face
https://www.nsun.org.uk/news/covid-19-keeping-in-touch-with-each-other-when-we-cant-meet-face-to-face -
Disability Sheffield Blogs
Keep up to date with local and national news for the disabled community about the Coronavirus and other topics with our regular blogs . You can go directly to our homepage to see ‘Disability Sheffield’ News and ‘Other News’. It’s really easy to sign up for our free news bulletins at the bottom of our homepage .
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