5 Supports for Health and Wellbeing during Level 5
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22 Oct 2020
As we head into level-5 restrictions for the next six weeks, the days are colder, the nights darker.
But this time, things are different - we're more experienced. We emerged from the last lockdown, witnessed the generousity, compassion and support our communities are capable of. We braved it together, and used new means of communication.
Below, we have listed a range of resources and supports available to help boost your health and wellbeing, should you need them during this time.
The credit union is a local, community-owned organisation that cares about its members. If you are in need of financial support, don’t hesitate to get in touch - we’re here to help.
5 Supports Available During Level-5 Lockdown in Ireland
1. Support Bubbles
For those at risk of isolation, support bubbles have been proposed by the government. If you are alone, a lone parent, are a lone carer or care receiver, you can visit one other household (still maintaining physical distance, and preferably in the location you live), to form one, extended household.
More information here.
2. Community Call
Community call was set up to help those in local communities who need help accessing food, fuel or other essential items, need help attending medical appointments, or delivery of prescribed medicines, or hot dinners. Each local authority has a network of supports set up. You can call the national number, which is managed by the Charity Alone to be put through to your local authority – 0818222444. Or you can find your local contact here.
3. Sport Ireland, Train at Home Programs
Sport Ireland have links to a number of free online resources which help you exercise from home; including gym workouts from Sport Campus Fitness manager, 10 minute circuit workouts from the Cara Institute, inclusive to those with reduced mobility or wheelchair users,15 minute seated workouts for older adults in additional to many more.
Access these workouts here.
4. Mental Health Support
If you are feeling stressed, lonely or low, there are a number of online and phone supports available, should you need to speak to someone, for a range of different reasons - never feel your situation isn't important.
Click here for a list of all available contacts and numbers.
5. Supports for Parents and Children
The Parents Centre offers a wealth of online resources for parents during the pandemic, and provides a starting point to access high-quality, trusted information and support.
Click here for more information.
The credit union is a local, community-owned organisation that cares about its members. If you are in need of financial support, don’t hesitate to get in touch - we’re here to help.