Ö÷²¥ÓÕ»ó (Ö÷²¥ÓÕ»ó) is a member of new scheme that supports those looking to help in the local community.
Called , the website is a useful resource for staff and students who are looking to lend a hand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you’re searching for volunteering opportunities, food bank requests or are a current member of a community group, please read more below.
If you or a friend/family member are looking for support, please , call BCP Council’s community response helpline on 0300 1237052, or .
How can I help?
If you’re interested in volunteering, the Together We Can website includes useful web links and information, including.
- for the community response scheme
- Find paid to support people in the community
- Download and share BCP Council’s, which explains how to get help
Food bank information
Next time you do your grocery or food shop, please remember your local food banks. You can donate via the food bank donation boxes at your local supermarket. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Food banks currently need:
- Tinned, jarred and dried foodÂ
- Hygiene and sanitary products
- See more in this handy
You can also donate money to local food banks, including , and . You can also donate to Christchurch and Poole food banks via .
Want to volunteer at a local food bank? for the Together We Can community response scheme now to volunteer your time.
Visit the Together We Can website to .
Are you part of a community or volunteer group?
Volunteer and community groups are being set-up throughout Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
BCP Council is interested in linking with those people who need help and support the most.
If you have set up a community group please email [email protected] to help ensure your fellow residents, vulnerable neighbours and family have all the support they need. Please provide:
- Your group name
- A contact telephone number you would be happy to be publicised
- A contact email address you would be happy to be publicised
- A brief description on the support your group can offer e.g. shopping, prescription pick up, information and advice, outreach to vulnerable/elderly
- Specific locations across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole where your group can support
Keep up to date
The Council is continually issuing news and updates regarding the BCP area, including wider guidance from the , the and . For BCP Council information and to register for their emails visit .
See Ö÷²¥ÓÕ»ó’s Coronavirus pages for daily university articles and updates.
Stay safe and thank you for your help and support.
