Phone network of support

A charity and community base in Wishaw town centre which provides care and support for some of those most at risk from coronavirus is calling on the public to help fight the spread of the disease.

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland recently launched a campaign Scotland Against Coronavirus and are asking people to sign-up to help those who are vulnerable or isolated.

They are encouraging people to use their smartphones to network and share the latest health information with others, and details of how to get vital support when other services are under extreme pressure.

Those joining the campaign will be provided with social media messages and microvolunteering opportunities to share – for example messaging someone who is struggling and on their own or getting in touch with people who need someone to talk to.

Jane-Claire Judson, Chief Executive at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, said:“We must not let self-isolation and social distancing lead to loneliness for our most vulnerable. They need our help right now and we need to use our social networks to organise all the support we can.

“Coronavirus is challenging our way of life. We must fight back with kindness and solidarity.

“It is absolutely amazing to see so many people already signing-up to support those at risk to stay connected during this difficult time.

“We want to encourage more people to sign-up and do what they can to help people live their lives to the full.

“Everyone deserves the chance to live life to the full – and we must not let that chance slip away for people with long-term conditions.”

If you want to join the fight against coronavirus you can sign-up at: chss. org.uk/coronavirus