Category: Keeping Safe

New nationwide ‘Better Health – Every Mind Matters’ Campaign launched today

Half of adults say they are more worried during this current lockdown than the one in March 2020.  However, at the same time 3 in 5 (60%) of those asked say they feel hopeful about the future.  To support people during this time, PHE has launched a nationwide Better Health – Every Mind Matters campaign to support people… Continue reading New nationwide ‘Better Health – Every Mind Matters’ Campaign launched today

Leeds City Council urging caution as case of new Covid variant are on the rise

Leeds City Council issued a statement as more cases of the new Covid variant have been found in the city. Residents are urged to stay home as much as possible and  take extra care to keep themselves safe and to help stop the spread. From Leeds City Council website: The new UK COVID-19 variant is… Continue reading Leeds City Council urging caution as case of new Covid variant are on the rise

Support your NHS – A Guide to Better Care

Help your NHS help you this winter by reading ‘Support your NHS’ a guide to better care. This booklet, which has been sent out to households in Leeds, includes information on how you can support your NHS this winter by choosing the right service, when to access accident and emergency department, accessing your local pharmacy,… Continue reading Support your NHS – A Guide to Better Care

Update on the Covid Vaccine progamme in Leeds from local NHS

As I started this post the news came through that a third Covid 19 vaccine (Moderna) has been approved for use in the UK so it seems a good time to share with you this update from the NHS in Leeds about plans to get more people vaccinated including through GPs, pharmacies and a large… Continue reading Update on the Covid Vaccine progamme in Leeds from local NHS

New National Lockdown Rules – and support if you need it

I’m sure you are all aware that the Government announced a new national lockdown on Monday night. These restrictions are legally effective from today A summary of the rules is in the picture below and more detailed information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-lockdown-stay-at-home Caring Together will continue to offer support through the lockdown.  Please call us… Continue reading New National Lockdown Rules – and support if you need it

Today is the second V(vaccine) Day in the UK

Following approval for use in the UK the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine is being administered to people in the priority groups across the country from today.  If you have not already had the Pfizer vaccine, you will be contacted in due course to arrange for you to receive the vaccine. The Oxford vaccine is easier to… Continue reading Today is the second V(vaccine) Day in the UK

New Year’s Day wishes from all at Caring Together

Dear all, it has been a tough year yet amongst this, as a city and local community you have cared together, with your kindness and generosity. And although 2021 is full of uncertainty the vaccine that is being rolled out brings hope of a brighter year ahead. Wishing you and your families all the very… Continue reading New Year’s Day wishes from all at Caring Together

Leeds to remain in Tier 3

As announced this afternoon much of the country is to move into Tier 4, but Leeds is remaining in Tier 3 Below are the posters for information about the restrictions in Tier 3: Very High Alert and Tier 4: Stay At Home in England. Tier 3 rules: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/tier-3-very-high-alert Tier 4 rules: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/tier-4-stay-at-home Take care    

A Reflective look back over 2020

Dear all, A reflective look back over 2020 We know this year has been difficult for a lot of people, but we hope you managed to find some joy over the holiday season. Although it has been unusual we are proud to be part of the collective effort of the community as a whole in… Continue reading A Reflective look back over 2020

Gentle Lishi Tai Chi for the Over 65s – STARTING 5TH JANUARY WITH CLARE AT LISHI TAI CHI

Dear all, Please find below some information on some free Tai Chi classes starting on the 5th January 2021. “Their regular classes are on hold due to the virus but with support from the National Lottery Community Fund, it is now possible for experienced Lishi instructors to join you, in your home, via the power… Continue reading Gentle Lishi Tai Chi for the Over 65s – STARTING 5TH JANUARY WITH CLARE AT LISHI TAI CHI