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What is the current situation with the Coronavirus (COVID -19) and where to find more information.

These are challenging times for us all. There is no way of knowing how long it will be before things return to normal. However, community providers are adapting the way in which they work. 

Eid Mubarak to everyone who are celebrating this weekend.  

Happiful is an online and print magazine with the mission to create a healthier, happier, more sustainable society. Their aim is to provide informative, inspiring and topical stories about mental health and wellbeing. They want to break the stigma of mental health in our society, and to shine a light on the positivity and support that should be available for everyone, no matter their situation.

Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) will be focusing on the power and potential of kindness. 

Every Mind Matters is a digital resource to help people to look after their mental health and support others to do the same. At its heart is ‘Your Mind Plan, ’a digital tool that enables people to create their own action plan to help them take simple, practical steps to look after their mental wellbeing. 

Open Age are running weekly Zoom classes to ensure you are able to take part in your favourite activities. Please have a look at  their programme for the coming week

Westminster Dementia Advice service has compiled a Covid-19 updated services guide, for people living with dementia, on a wide range of services from information & advice, support, things to do, food delivery, etc. 

Every year, May 12 has been observed as International Nurses day throughout the world. We have more than one reason to celebrate the day as it just doesn't mark the 200th birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing this year but also the world is facing a grievous challenge where nurses worldwide have put their lives at stake to fight the coronavirus pandemic.

Dying Matters Awareness Week 2020 will run from May 11-17.