Category: Coronavirus Support

We know that this is a tough time, and staying safe at home constantly is hard work – especially because we are missing family members, friends and loved ones. But we can get through this together.
There’s lots of information below regarding different types of support that is available in your local area from charities, as well as from the government – and more!
Check out the Health & Wellbeing section for information in how to keep positive mental and physical health too.
Remember, you can talk to staff and we can help support you to access any of the help you need. Contact us using the ‘Ask Us’ section on the left hand side of your screen. You’re not alone – we’re all in this together.

Edinburgh Community Assistance Directory

EVOC helps to support, develop and promote the interests and work of voluntary and community organisations in Edinburgh. They have created a community assistance directory to support Edinburgh community members through the coronavirus pandemic. Check the  link below for support all across Edinburgh.

Wester Hailes Edible Estate

Wester Hailes Edible Estates gardening project is handing out free packed lunches deliciously freshly cooked to take away everyday between 1-2 pm at the Community Flat.  Calder Community Flat Address Dunsyre House North, 33 Calder Crescent EH11 4JH Tel: 0131 453 9245

Whale Arts Online

Whale Arts is a community arts charity and social enterprise to help create a vibrant thriving community in South East Edinburgh. Community Takeaway – this will be cooked by their chef Paul and packaged up for locals to takeaway and eat at home. This will be from 1:00pm – 2:00pm each Friday at WHALE Arts. […]

Coping With Bereavement

During this COVID-19 pandemic, our grief (our responses to the death) could feel more difficult because we might not have the normal opportunities to say goodbye, such as speaking to or visiting the person before they die or attending their funeral. The restrictions which are in place might mean you have little choice about how […]

Glasgow Clyde College: Mental Health Helpline

Glasgow Clyde College have launched a Mental Health Helpline for students who feel that they need to talk to someone. Just call 0141 272 3786 from 1pm – 4pm, Monday to Friday. The helpline is staffed by counsellors and is available to current Glasgow Clyde College students. All you need to do is provide your […]

YoungScot: Coronavirus Advice

It’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed and scared by everything you’re hearing about coronavirus (COVID-19) right now. Find out more about what’s happening and the simple steps you can take to help prevent catching coronavirus and spreading to others. Also find out more about what you can do if you are feeling anxious and […]

Who Cares? Scotland: Coronavirus Support

Are you worried about coronavirus and need someone to talk to? Who Cares? Scotland provides support for care experienced young people. They are there to help, with a friendly voice at the end of a phone, access to advice and information, and with practical support where possible.

Grampian Coronavirus Assistance Hub

This website is a focal point for information and assistance for anyone affected by coronavirus anywhere in Grampian. Find the services you need or links to information from across the area.

Coronavirus Community Assistance Directory

This website has been rapidly developed in order to help people and communities search for and share offers of local help in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. To help people search for and offer help more easily, it is open for anyone to use. Please note that this website covers social and community assistance, not […]

Glasgow Helps

Find help getting food, medicine and a range of other crisis support! Helpline: 0141 345 0543​