The latest reflections, thoughts and stories from Independent Age.
Anne, 66, receives social care. For our #HomeTruths series, Anne has been talking with us and contributing to a series of blogs about her views on social care and the changes she is experiencing throughout the COVID-19 outbreak.
#HomeTruths
Following the Government’s decision to extend the lockdown, we’re sharing advice on how to stay active and healthy, as well as what we’ve been doing to continue to support those who rely on our services.
This week we are sharing our latest advice and support to help prevent social isolation.
The government has made a number of changes to try and help the population, public bodies and employers respond to the COVID-19 emergency. This includes changes to benefit rules and the introduction of new legislation (through the Coronavirus Act). The new legislation will be time-limited for 2 years, and the government will review it every 6 months. It covers a wide range of things from new powers to stop public events or gatherings, to measures to reduce obligations on local councils and the NHS.
Everyone grieves in a way that is unique to them and their relationship with the person who has died. GriefChat provides emotional support for bereaved people, access to trained bereavement counsellors and referral into other specialist bereavement services.
This week we’re looking forward to the Easter break and sharing some ideas to keep you busy while stuck indoors.
Morgan Vine, Head of Policy and Influencing, introduces our #HomeTruths series, writing about how she's been inspired during this time of COVID-19.
An update on what we’ve been working on while this situation continues.
