There are a number of sources to provide support to people in the current pandemic and with the restrictions on movement. If you would like to stay on top of current regulations, help available in our area and sources of information in different languages, as well as potential hazards you will find the latest information below.
HelpAndKindness is part of Dorset Co-ordinated Community Response to COVID-19. They have an excellent resource page where you can easily search for help on specific themes. You can find it here
BOURNEMOUTH, POOLE & CHRISTCHURCH
Helpline for people in need of food and essential household items, as well as general information and advice led by BCP Council can be reached on 0300 1237052. This helpline is available 7 days a week 8am – 8pm. More information can be found about it by clickinghere.
DORSET COUNCIL AREA
Helpline for people in need of help and do not have a support network can be reached on 01305 221000. This helpline is available 7 days a week 8am – 8pm. More information can be found about it by clicking here. You can also email them at communityresponse@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
BRIDPORT TOWN COUNCIL AREA
If you are vulnerable, or know of someone who is vulnerable, self-isolating and have no immediate support available, please contact 01308 808900 or email enquiries@bridport-tc.gov.uk. More information can be found about it by clicking here. You can download a leaflet with useful information here.
DORSET KERALA COMMUNITY (DKC) has set up a specialist resource to help the Kerala community in Dorset during the Coronavirus crisis. The Facebook Page can be found by clicking here and their helpdesk can be contacted on 07539 361020.
UK-NEPAL FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY also offers specialist help for any Nepalese people living in Dorset and you can find out more on the webpage here. Also available is information video from Tansen Municipality Official in Nepali, about Coronavirus here.
Coronavirus business support grant funding is available through local councils in the area. The information about the scheme for Dorset council area can be found here. The information about the scheme for BCP Council Area can be found here.