A few weeks ago some of us enjoyed a catch up and a cuppa at Morrisons Cafe, Merrion Centre in Leeds before the refurb commenced. We look forward to going back once it’s finished. Get in touch if you would like to join us: lisa@caringtogether.org.uk
Category Archives: Keeping Safe
Coronavirus Update from Leeds City Council
| This week we have an update for you about the latest infection rates in Leeds and changes to self-isolation for critical services.
Please note that we will be reducing the frequency of our coronavirus bulletins, which in future will be issued when there is a significant national or local update. |
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An update on infection rates in LeedsThe latest Leeds infection rate has decreased to 456.4 per 100,000 (30% lower than 7 days ago), with the positivity rate at 12.9%. The current over 60s rate is stable at 160.9 per 100,000. Hospitalisations are rising and sadly 5 Covid-19 deaths were reported in the last week. The average infection rate for Yorkshire and the Humber is 451.3 per 100,000 and the rate for England is 375.2 per 100,000. With infection rates still remaining high across the city, we encourage everyone to remain cautious and take up the vaccine. If you’d like to attend one of the city’s walk-in vaccination clinics, please visit the NHS Leeds website to find the one most convenient for you. Please remember it’s essential to attend your second vaccination appointment to receive maximum protection. Let’s keep taking care of each other #TogetherLeeds
Changes to self-isolation for critical servicesA very limited number of named key workers may be able to leave self-isolation to undertake critical work. This is only in a small number of situations, where self-isolation would result in serious disruption to critical services. This policy only applies to you if your employer has received a letter from a government department on which your name is listed. If this is the case, you will be able to leave self-isolation to undertake critical work. Otherwise, you should continue to self-isolate. This process will only run until 16 August 2021, when people who are fully vaccinated will no longer be required to self-isolate if they have close contact with someone with coronavirus. Where employers believe self-isolation of certain key employees would result in serious disruption to critical services, they should contact the relevant government department which can be found on the gov.uk website. Separate arrangements are in place for frontline health and care staff. For more guidance on self-isolation, please visit the NHS website. Success for Leeds athletes at 2020 Tokyo OlympicsLeeds City Council would like to say huge good luck and well done to all the Leeds athletes and the whole of Team GB competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics – we’re all behind you and what a great lead-up to Yorkshire Day on Sunday! Earlier this week, the leader of Leeds City Council, Councillor James Lewis, congratulated Leeds athletes Matty Lee and Tom Pidcock on their gold medal success – read the statement in full here.
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Opening our doors…..
We opened our doors at our new premises for an informal coffee afternoon last week. It was wonderful to see the place being used by members of the community with some stopping for a cuppa, some cake and a natter. We look forward to hosting some more in the future.
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Is Lockdown lifting making you feel anxious?
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has been hard for us all and we have all experienced the effects differently, including those of us who have been shielding.
It’s OK if you feel worried about going back to something more “normal” as lockdown restrictions loosen.
You might be finding it difficult to manage the changes and uncertainty, but there are lots of ways to make this time easier.
Tips to help manage this from Every Mind Matters
1. Go at your own pace
2. Do not avoid things entirely
3. Get your information from the right sources
4. Discuss any changes with others
5. Make time to relax
6. Challenge unhelpful thoughts
7. Tell someone how you feel
8. Plan social occasions
9. Find routine where you can
10. Write down your thoughts
11. Focus on the present
More details on each of these tips, as well as lots of other helpful information is at https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/coronavirus/tips-to-cope-with-anxiety-lockdown-lifting/
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Specialist Gardens outing at Roundhay
Good morning,
Below are some beautiful pictures from a recent outing to the specialist gardens and tea room in Roundhay.
The specialist gardens are opposite the Roundhay Fox pub on Mansion Lane, LS8 2EP. There are also specialist gardens in the Canal and Coronation Gardens off Princes Avenue by Tropical World. We had a look at these too after our cuppa.
The opening hours are: 9am to 3:30pm daily.
- The Coronation Garden is home to our winning entries to the Chelsea Flower Show. Formerly a kitchen garden there are thousands of rose trees and bedding plants
- The Monet Garden is based on gardens planted by the impressionist at Giverny in France, was introduced to the park in 1999.
If you would like to join us on future outings just get in touch. Such outings are born out of members suggestions so please do let us know of other local places you would like to venture to. Open to members, friends and family.
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Either email: Lisa@caringtogether.org.uk or call Mobile: 07436 530073
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Covid Roadmap – Legal restrictions end today but caution still needed
The final stage of lockdown easing happens todays so that most legal restrictions are no longer in place but health experts and the government are urging caution as we start to return to normality and reminding that covid is still very much around.
The main changes are means there are now no laws requiring you to wear a mask or social distance and limits on how many people can meet have been lifted.
However the guidance is:
To continue to wear masks in crowded and in indoor public spaces, on public transport etc. Businesses may still require you wear a mask when you enter.
To meet people outside where possible
Limit the contact you have with people you do not usually live with, including keeping the number of people and the time you spend with them low, and not getting too close to them.
What’s changing in England on 19 July?
Social distancing
No limits on how many people can meet
1m-plus guidance removed (except in some places like hospitals and passport control when entering)
Face coverings no longer required by law, although the government still “expects and recommends” them in crowded and enclosed spaces
Some shops and transport operators will still require masks
Events and gatherings
Nightclubs can reopen
Pubs and restaurants no longer table-service only
No limits on guests at weddings and funerals
No limits on people attending concerts, theatres or sports events
No restrictions on communal worship
Travel
Guidance recommending against travel to amber list countries removed. (Those returning from France to England, Wales and Scotland must still quarantine for 10 days)
Under-18s and fully vaccinated adults no longer have to self-isolate after visiting amber list countries
Other changes
Limits on visitors to care homes will be removed.
From 16 August, most Covid restrictions in schools – including “bubbles” – will end.
From the same date, fully vaccinated adults will not need to self-isolate after contact with a positive case.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/covid-19-coronavirus-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do
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Reporting Anti-Social Behaviour in Leeds
There has been an increase in reports of anti-social behaviour in recent months.
Here’s a reminder of what you can do if you are affected by any anti-social behaviour:
You can make a report online at https://services.leeds.gov.uk/AntisocialBehaviourOrHateCrime/ServiceRequest/Information?utrn=W06795211975
Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm you can call 0113 222 4402
Outside these hours call 0113 376 0337
If you, or someone else, are in danger please call 999
There is more information about anti-social behaviour and what the council can do to help at https://www.leeds.gov.uk/antisocial-behaviour-and-crime/report-antisocial-behaviour
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Coronavirus update from Leeds City Council
An update on infection rates in Leeds
The overall infection rate is 572.7 per 100,000, up 21% in 7 days. There is some indication this is slowing down compared to other parts of Yorkshire & the Humber, however we expect cases to continue to rise over the summer for potentially a long time due to lifting of restrictions. The Yorkshire & Humber average is 463.4 per 100,000 and the England average is 350.3 per 100,000. Over 60s rate has increased to 127.3 per 100,000, up 61% in 7 days.
How to stay safe from 19 July
The Government has announced that most COVID-19 legal restrictions are set to end in England as part of Step 4 of the Roadmap. From Monday 19 July 2021 there will be no legal requirement to stay 2m apart from people you do not live with. Limits on numbers of people you can meet with will also be removed, as will the instruction to work from home if you can. The legal requirement to wear face coverings will also be lifted.
Thanks to everyone who has done their bit taking up the extra testing and getting the COVID-19 vaccine here in Leeds. COVID-19 continues to be a feature of our lives, so this last step on the roadmap is around learning to live with it and manage the risk to ourselves and others. Rates of COVID-19 infection are high and continue to rise, therefore even after 19 July we should continue to be cautious, help to reduce the risk of spread and protect people at highest risk of serious illness.
To keep yourself and others safe, the recommendations are that you:
- Limit the contact you have with people you do not usually live with, including keeping the number of people and the time you spend with them low, and not getting too close to them.
- Where possible, meet outdoors and let fresh air into homes and other enclosed spaces.
- Continue to wear face coverings in enclosed and crowded spaces, such as on public transport. Some businesses may also still require you to wear a mask in indoor settings. If they ask, please wear a mask.
Many people will be excited about the return to the way things were before COVID-19, whilst others, particularly those who are clinically extremely vulnerable and who have been told to take extra precautions, may be more cautious. Think of others when making your own decisions about when to wear a mask and social distance.
Please get both doses of the vaccine when called to make sure you have the highest level of protection. It is also really important that we all continue to reduce the risk of spread by washing hands, socialising outside, getting tested if you have symptoms, isolating if advised to do so and wearing face coverings in high-risk settings such as health and social care services.
Let’s keep working #TogetherLeeds to stop the spread of the virus.
Measures in Leeds schools after 19 July
In Leeds, our school term runs beyond the Step 4 easing of restrictions on 19 July. Government guidance states that schools can choose whether to continue with current COVID-19 safety measures after this date, until the end of the term.
Although schools will make a decision based on their risk assessment and unique circumstances, following discussions with public health and health and safety colleagues, Leeds City Council has advised schools to continue to follow existing risk assessment and control measures until the end of term.
If schools have events and visits before the end of term, they will already have planned these in a COVID-19 secure way and may continue to apply the control measures planned.
Individual schools will confirm their arrangements with their school community.
Vaccination update
All adults in England can now book their COVID-19 vaccination. If you have not already done so you also have the option to bring the appointment for your second jab forward to 8 weeks instead of 12.
Please note that you will need to log in to https://www.nhs.uk/
If you are over 18 you can grab a jab this weekend at:
- 338 Trinity Leeds (between Primark and Next) on Saturday from 10:00 – 16:00 for a first dose only.
- Centenary Pavillion (Elland Road), Lowfields Road, Beeston, LS11 0ES Saturday and Sunday 7:30 – 17:30 for a first dose or second (if at least 8 weeks apart).
If you’d like to attend one of the city’s walk-in vaccination clinics, please visit the NHS Leeds website to find the one most convenient for you.
With infection rates continuing to rise, it’s more important than ever to get a COVID-19 vaccination to protect yourself and your community.
Safer Leeds – Antisocial Behaviour Awareness Week (19 – 25 July)
The UK’s first Antisocial Behaviour Awareness Week takes place next week. There has been a huge rise in Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) cases during the national lockdowns, yet more than half of people who experience ASB don’t bother to report it. Leeds City Council’s Safer Stronger Communities team want people across Leeds to work together to take back our communities and make them safer. Tackling ASB is more important than ever we must stand together. Find out more at https://bit.ly/ASBLeeds
Celebrating Eid al-Adha safely
For anyone celebrating, we hope that you have a happy Eid al-Adha and encourage you to celebrate safely during the festivities.
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Vaccine Bus back at Little London Community Centre this week
The vaccine bus will be in the car park at Little London Community Centre 10am – 3pm from today until Friday 16th July.
Open for 1st and 2nd doses (8 weeks after 1st) of Astra Zenica vaccine and particularly aimed at those over 40
No appointment needed
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Covid Vaccine Clinic at Woodhouse Community Centre this week
Woodhouse Community Centre, 197 Woodhouse Street, LS6 2NY – clinic open 10am – 3pm every day until this Friday.
If you are over the age of 18 you can come by to get your first or second doses of Pfizer, no appointment needed.
If you know anyone who is eligible for the vaccine, please let them know they can come by!
There are healthcare professionals here who will be able to answer any questions you may have about the vaccine.
