Lewisham
Support available and opportunities to get involved
Health
Lewisham foodbank
Donations have surged and food is available. More information is available here:
Lewisham Clinical Commissioning Group
Information on corona virus, services available in Lewisham and the response of the community and local organisations
Local Updates
Lewisham COVID19 Mutual Aid
Lewisham COVID19 Mutual Aid have a facebook group
Lewisham foodbank
Donations have surged and food is available. More information is available here:
Lewisham Council
E-Newsletter
Lewisham Council is working closely with their partners, central government and Public Health England. Sign up to receive the free Lewisham Life e-newsletter for latest news and updates from Lewisham Council regarding the coronavirus.
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Information from Lewisham Council, including, health advice, service changes, housing & benefit, council tax, business & employee info, scams.
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Financial Hardship
Support grants of up to £1,000 give short-term support to people looking to stay in or return to their community.
Free School Meal Support
Schools are still able to support parents to receive free school meals for eligible pupils during this time.If your child is eligible for free school meals, please contact your school to find out more. This also applies if your child has to stay at home because they and/or family members are displaying coronavirus (COVID-19)-related symptoms. A nationwide approach to provide free school meals through shop and supermarket e-vouchers and gift cards is in development. Further details will be announced shortly.
Contact your local school
Get Involved
Covid-19 Mutual Aid Group
Accessible via Facebook and Nextdoor App. Volunteers can join local area groups or create a group if there are no existing groups covering their area.
Community Aid Groups
A list of community aid groups active on Facebook and filtered by area. Here you'll find a list of local groups providing support to those under quarantine.
Lewisham COVID19 Mutual Aid
Lewisham COVID19 Mutual Aid have a facebook group