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Wednesday 1 April, Issue 1
What support does your organisation need?
As a sector we are resourceful and resilient, our staff and volunteers are passionate and incredibly dedicated to providing services to our communities and those most vulnerable within them. But we also need support and we need to work together. We're asking you to get in touch to tell us what your organisation needs to continue operating at this unprecedented time.

We'd like to know where the current gaps in funding are but also what the future priorities for funding might be, so we can work directly with funders to ensure needs are met. Whatever your requirements and challenges are at the moment, please contact me directly at: alison.semmence@yorkcvs.org.uk to let me know how we can support your organisation. We might not have all the answers right now but if we can demonstrate what the local challenges are, we can start to work towards finding solutions. 

Our website (www.yorkcvs.org.uk) is being updated regularly with the latest news, information and guidance for the sector and our Funding and Development Officer, Jane Granville is available to support groups with any funding bids.

We'll continue to provide weekly updates for the sector so please keep in touch and keep sharing your news and updates with us via info@yorkcvs.org.uk.
Alison Semmence 
Chief Executive 
York CVS
Wellbeing calls for most vulnerable in York
York CVS is working with General Practitioners and a team of Social Prescribing Link Workers to call vulnerable individuals in York who may need non-medical support. During the calls we check on the wellbeing and welfare of an individual; identifying any specific needs that they may have and provide reassurance that individuals are not alone.

If you would like to refer yourself or another individual, you can do so by:
Healthwatch York - free post address
Healthwatch York has a free post address and will write letters to anyone who is isolated and doesn't use the internet but still needs to be connected! Please share this information with anyone you think may benefit from the contact.

The freepost address is:
Healthwatch York, FREEPOST RTEG-BLES-RRYJ, 15 Priory Street YO1 6ET
 
Local Information
Victim Support share advice on scammers and fraudsters
Victim Support has published two guides, one for individuals and one for groups, with practical tips and advice on how to be alert to scammers and fraudsters during the coronavirus pandemic. You can download both guides below:
Citizens Advice York
Citizens Advice York are transferring all staff and volunteers to online systems for which their numbers are as follows:
  • For outreach: 07496749807 Mon-Fri 9am to 12 noon.
  • For general advice: 03444 111444 Mon-Fri 10am to 4pm. 
  • For help to claim: 0800 1448444 Mon Fri 8am to 6pm.
  • For debt advice: 07526550594 Mon, Tue, Thu 10am to 4pm, Fri 10am to 2pm.
Visit website
Dementia Forward
Dementia Forward's helpline will remain operating Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, and their team of Dementia Support Advisors are available for telephone consultations.
Helpline: 03300 578592
Website: www.dementiaforward.org.uk
 
National Guidance and Resources
#EveryDayCounts Campaign for Government Support
The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Select Committee held a hearing on Tuesday to discuss the need for Government support for the sector but as yet, no support 'package' has been announced. There is currently a social media campaign #EveryDayCounts taking place, led by national charities, to show the amazing work the voluntary sector is delivering across the UK. We're following this very closely and will update you as soon as we have more information.
NHS Volunteer Responders
NHS Volunteer Responders has been set up to support the NHS and the care sector during the COVID-19 outbreak. You can help by signing up for one or more of the tasks listed on the GoodSAM website. Once you have registered and checks are complete you will be provided a log-in to the GoodSAM Responder app. Switch the app to 'on duty', and you'll see live and local volunteer tasks to pick from nearby.
Sign-up here
Coronavirus - key legal issues to consider
NCVO held a webinar last week with the experts from Bates Wells solicitors which you can watch on demand. It's full of great advice on things like contracts, finances and the new furlough scheme. Topics include:
  • HR and employment law
  • Contracts, insurance and serious incident reporting
  • Governance and solvency considerations
  • Legal considerations when managing volunteers
  • Meetings and decision making
Register to watch webinar
Youth Work Support - COVID-19 Website
This website is designed to bring together relevant advice, guidance, support and tools for youth workers, young people and organisations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
It is full of useful resources to support young people and organsiations.
Visit website
Supporting furloughed staff
Directory of Social Change has published a blog post detailing ten ways organisations can support their furloughed staff, and make them feel valued and important (without breaking the rules).
View blog post
Free Supplies through Giving World
Giving World provide free of charge clothing, food Items, toiletries, cleaning and household products to voluntary organisations to support the most vulnerable people in our communities. Click on the button below to access free of charge business surplus stock.
Visit Giving World website
National Helplines:
@age_uk | 0800 678 1602

@asthmauk | 0300 222 5800

@TheBHF | 0300 330 3311

@DiabetesUK | 0345 123 2399
@MindCharity | 0300 123 3393

@scope | 0808 800 3333

@TheSilverLineUK | 0800 470 8090


 
Funding and Development
If your organisation needs support with funding advice and applications, please contact: enquiries@yorkcvs.org.uk
Local ward funding
City of York Council's Local Ward funding is to be accelerated and used flexibly to help community organisations respond to local needs during the outbreak of coronavirus. 
This source of funding is ideal for supporting local charities, community groups and other agencies delivering the support to residents in need.

The Council will be able to process applications very quickly to ensure that funding can be with the relevant community organisation immediately for use to support local residents. To find out more, contact the Council’s Communities team, email: shapingneighbourhoods@york.gov.uk or telephone: 01904 551832.
Submit an application
CAF Coronavirus Emergency Fund
Charity Aid Foundation (CAF) has launched an Emergency Fund to help smaller charitable organisations in the UK affected by the impact of Covid-19. Grants of up to £10,000 are available.

Who can apply?
Organisations with a charitable purpose and charitable activities, which had income of £1million or less in their last financial year.
This includes:
  • UK registered charities (registered with Charity Commission, Scottish Charity Regulator or Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, or as shown in the Charities Act 2010)
  • Organisations registered with Companies House or the Public Mutuals Register, as a charitable or not-for-profit entity, eg Community Interest Companies, Companies Limited by Guarantee and others 
  • Unregistered entities and social enterprises.
Apply now
Coronavirus Community Fund
Two Ridings Community Foundation has established the Coronavirus Community Fund to support community groups through this unprecedented time. The focus of the fund will be to offer community organisations emergency funding to deal with emerging issues in the community as a result of the continuing threat of coronavirus.
More information
Arts Council Funding
The Arts Council are making £160 million of emergency funding available for those organisations and individuals who need support during this crisis. They have also changed the funding requirements for individuals and organisations currently in receipt of their funding.
More information
Health and Wellbeing
Every Mind Matters tips to help if you are worried about the coronavirus
Every Mind Matters has published 10 ways you can help improve your mental health and wellbeing if you are worried or anxious about the coronavirus outbreak. Please visit their website for all the details and links.
1. Stay connected
2. Talk about your worries
3. Support and help others
4. Feel prepared
5. Look after your body
6. Stick to the facts
7. Stay on top of difficult feelings
8. Do things you enjoy
9. Focus on the present
10. Look after your sleep
View top tips in full
NHS recommended helplines
The NHS has published a list of recommended mental health helplines. Please click the button below to view the full list.
View helpline details
Mind resources and guidance
Mind (national) has created a webpage dedicated to providing resources and support during the coronavirus pandemic. The page includes the following information:
  • Practical advice for staying at home
  • Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing
  • Support for work, benefits and housing
  • Checklist for staying at home
View website
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