if you are struggling to get food or have no support network, friends or family to help you with this please contact Charnwood Community Action.

Support Helplines  

Social distancing can have a negative impact on mental health. We have a list of organisations that offer support for those going through difficult times. These can be found on our mental health support links webpage.

Age UK Leicestershire & Rutland

Coronavirus Helpline 0116 299 2239 Mon- Fri 9-5pm.   

If you need to find the location of your nearest Age UK Leicestershire & Rutland shop please visit their website www.ageuk.org.uk/leics. Anyone offering volunteer support can also apply via their website or call 0116 299 2233 for more information.  

Age Concern Syston

Age Concern Syston are involved in distributing food to the vulnerable.

Email:

Telephone: 01162601476

Syston and District Volunteer Centre

We are doing prescription collection and delivery. Delivering food parcels and going shopping for vulnerable individuals. This is a reduced service. Please email

The Silver Line   

The Silver Line is a helpline for those over the age of 55:    

Phone: 0800 4708 090    

Website: www.thesilverline.org.uk/ 

Alzheimers Society  

Dementia Connect support line for those worried about themselves or a loved during this time.  

Phone: 0333 150 3456. 

Dementia UK 

If you have any concerns about caring for someone with dementia through the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, please call the dementia specialist Admiral Nurses on our Helpline, on 0800 888 6678 or email . 

The Helpline is open seven days a week, 9am-9pm Monday to Friday, and 9am-5pm on weekends. 

The Royal British Legion 

The Royal British Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community. If you would like to chat to someone and need support please visit their website.

Last updated: Wed 6th April, 2022 @ 16:44