Information about Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Stay alert
We can all help control the virus if we all stay alert. This means you must:
- Stay at home as much as possible
- Work from home if you can
- Limit contact with other people
- Keep your distance if you go out (2 metres apart where possible)
- Wash your hands regularly
Guidance from Government
- Prime Minister's address
- The full Government recovery strategy
- Detailied information on what you can and cannot do
I’m finding it harder to cope at home
- Request help from Volunteer Cornwall via email or by calling 01872 266988.
- Inclusion Matters helpline 01872 266383 or The Cornwall Link.
- Email DIAL Cornwall for advice for disabled people, carers & families or call 01736 759500
- Find support getting food or help whilst clinically sheilding
I don't feel safe at home
Safer Cornwall guidance & support- Safer futures support for domestic abuse & sexual violence 0300 777 4777 (9am-5pm, Mon-Fri)
- Cornwall Refuge Trust’s 24hr helpline 01872 225629
- Childline 0800 1111
- Samaritan 116123
- Valued Lives Crisis Service phone 01209 901438 option 1
- Your Way has a live chat for age 11-25
I am worried about money
Benefits support Coronavirus page- Council tax support Coronavirus page
- Some benefits aren’t available through the Councilcheck the GOV.UK benefits calculator
- Read about government measures for energy bills
- The people hub phoneline
I'm struggling to understand
Easy read guide on Coronavirus and mental wellbeing- Easy read guide on self isolation
- Easy read guide on shielding the vulnerable
- Easy read guide on ease of lockdown
- Easy read guide on anxiety at home
- Coronavirus info leaflet in large print, easy read, different languages and BSL
- Sign health website
I have a worry about my home
If you are homeless or threatened with homelessness, contact 0300 1234 161 and ask for the Prevention & Engagement team. - Are you a current Council tenant who is concerned about your tenancy? Visit our 'Coronovirus Outbreak' page
- Covid-19 renting guidance for tenants
- Ban on eviction and additional protection for renters
If you have concerns about;
- a business trading
- holiday accommodation being open
- a non-essential journey to a second home
- a social distancing concern