What does Connect mean?
Connecting with others is so important to keeping you well. Many of us don’t have family and friends around to talk to. Here are some helpful contacts to help you if you are struggling in any way because your circumstances have changed in light of the Coronavirus.
Helpful contacts to help you stay connected
Crisis Support Line
The Council has a free crisis support line for those hardest hit, who are unable to find a link to support on our dedicated Coronavirus (Covid-19) page or through existing networks.
The number 0800 0304 713 and is available 24hours a day, 7 days a week.
From 8am to 8pm you can contact us for welfare advice and emotional support, including what to do if you are struggling to get food or pay bills.
This is not a medical helpline, if you require medical assistance you should contact NHS 24 on 111.
To make an online application at any time for a crisis grant, please go to crisis grant.
Age Scotland
Feeling lonely? Call our free Helpline for a friendly chat
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/scotland/
Telephone. 0800 12 44 222 (Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm)
UK Community Network
A community network who will connect & support vulnerable & lonely, self isolating older adults - Volunteering & referrals for shopping, prescriptions & friendly chats over phone or computer.
Re-Engage
A free service for anyone over the age of 75 who lives alone and feels they could do with a friendly phone call every week or two.