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I wonder if we could have a list of all the ways to volunteer, places seeking and coordinating help and practical ways to offer it. Does anyone know the best way of doing this? Inevitably and rightly much of this is informal, highly local and organic; I am shopping for people and reaching out and our road is connected. But I am concerned there is lots of need, and quite a bit of as yet untapped desire to help. While at home with my children and working part time I could also fit in phoning people who need support as well as shopping for people and doing anything I can to support NHS staff and people keeping the place going. I am particularly concerned for people vulnerable to mental ill health, folk with addictions and homeless people. I wondered too about other ideas, like getting books to people (hygienically of course). Any thoughts on whether this stuff could be clearly and accessibly listed together or whether it?s already happening somewhere?

Another recommendation for Andy and Richard. They just did some work to sort out a leak in my shower - sealing and tile work. They turned up immediately, were clear about the problem and what could and couldn't be done, came back first thing and got the job done efficiently, tidied up and were friendly and professional. Just what you need. I certainly plan to use them again.