Your Community Gateway has been launched to provide access to a wide range of voluntary sector support and services. Cornwall's charities and community groups have combined forces to support people through a challenging winter.
In response to increasing living costs and pressures across the health and care system in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, a unique partnership of more than 50 voluntary organisations has been working with NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board to offer ongoing support to communities across the Duchy. The Community Gateway is a dedicated telephone line available for everyone and provides access to a wide range of professional voluntary sector support and services. It will provide a ‘gateway to independence’, working with people to identify their needs and put appropriate packages of support in place. The Gateway aims to create personalised plans that prevent hospital admissions, reduce social isolation, and improve wellbeing. It will also connect people to mental health support, community activities and wider winter support including hot food and warm spaces. People can access the Gateway via a dedicated telephone line (01872 266383), and email address: gateway@ageukcornwall.org.uk to speak to trained staff and find local support that’s right for them. In addition, staff members in the community will be available to offer one-to-one and group support. The Gateway is open from 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week, 365 days a year – including Christmas day. Over 80% of all casualties occur as a result of fires in the home. The majority of these fires are accidental and could have been prevented by following a few simple measures which help to reduce the risks. Cornwall Fire and Rescue service's aim is to help you protect your home from fire and explain the importance of fire safety. Some people are more vulnerable and at greater risk of having a fire in their home than others. Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) have limited resources and where possible will give priority to carrying out free home fire safety checks in the homes of those that need it the most. For more information Fire safety at home - Cornwall Council The National Grid provide a priority service for those who qualify should there be a power cut. To learn more about the service go here National Grid - Benefits of being on our register
St Austell Support Hub When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month starting 17th November 2022 Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Location: Light and Life Centre, Unit 4, Brunel Business Park The Sidings, St Austell PL25 4TJ Free hot drinks, soup, cake and a chance to meet new friends at the chill 'n' chat group. Advice given by representatives from a variety of local and national organisations and agencies to help with the cost of living and rising housing and utility bills. There will also be support from organisations and agencies around IT, form filling, carers support, employment, benefits, debt and more. If there's something else you're struggling with not listed then come along and we'll try to find suitable support for you the best way we can. If you need help getting to healthcare appointments such as GP appointments or hospital appointments there are community services who can help.
These services charge a small fee. (TAP) Transport Access People - TAP provides a dedicated service for people to get to healthcare appointments and a wide range of social activities. Our volunteer drivers are on hand to provide daily transport for patients, such as; Renal, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Cardio, Scans, Stroke and GP appointments. 01872 223388 https://cornwall-link.co.uk/activity/transport-services-%7C-tap-into-community-transport (Rvs) Restormel Car Service - Royal Voluntary Service volunteers provide Community Transport for trips where mobility issues can make it difficult, if not impossible, for you to use public transport or if you live in rural areas with limited transport. Trips usually include getting to or from hospital or to a GP appointment but can also include trips to the shops or into town or to social activities. Our Community Transport is comfortable and reliable, with a trusting relationship built between you and your volunteer driver. 0330 555 0310 or resormelcs@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk https://www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/our-services/service-search/cornwall-devon-somerset-hub/rvs-restormel-car-service-47183000/ Volunteer Cornwall - Community Transport Scheme - We are currently only accepting journeys with at least 10 days notice, with the exception of emergency hospital appointments. Our team of transport coordinators will match you with a volunteer driver and will arrange for them to pick you up in good time. Journeys cost 45p per mile travelled by the volunteer driver, plus a £3 booking fee per journey. 01872 265300 https://www.volunteercornwall.org.uk/vctransport/volunteer-cornwall-transport |