Entries by Carita Magnani

The Smile Brigade – Volunteering

With your help, last month we reached a huge milestone having successfully saved over 100 tonnes of surplus food from the landfill and offset 350 tonnes of greenhouse gasses in the process.  In just 32 weeks since we began our emergency food operation in response to the crisis we have provided 93,000 free meals and […]

Have your say in the SMK Campaigner Survey 2020

Every year, SMK publishes a snapshot of what the world is like for campaigners. In 2020, as we imagine the UK post-pandemic and post-Brexit, it’s critical that we understand the campaigning environment. Whether you’re a campaigner, activist, organiser, volunteer or trustee… if you work to create social change, this survey is for you. Closes 16 […]

Grants for Older People on Low Incomes (England & Wales)

Small grants of up to £500 are available to support vulnerable older people living on low incomes in England and Wales. Friends of the Elderly currently have four grant streams open for older people who are of/over state pension age, have savings of less than £4,000, and who do not fit the criteria for other […]

United Through Diabetes Event

Taking place on World Diabetes Day (14 November), the United Through Diabetes online event will bring together healthcare professionals and people living with diabetes. This free to attend, patient-led event, will include inspirational sessions and up-to-date information to help people living with all types of diabetes, and their families and friends. Colleagues from our NHS […]

Could you Donate Plasma to Help Treat Coronavirus Patients?

NHS Blood and Transport is opening a further 14 convalescent blood plasma donation centres to urgently collect plasma for coronavirus treatment trials and potential use in hospitals. They are encouraging you to come forward if you have had confirmed or suspected coronavirus. Blood plasma is a liquid that makes up about half your blood volume. […]

Become a Volunteer Responder – Your NHS Needs You!

The NHS Volunteer Responders scheme is recruiting in areas where demand is rising. It supports people who are isolated or vulnerable because of coronavirus as well as working directly with NHS organisations, complementing other local voluntary groups. Register to find out if volunteers are needed in your area

NHS to Offer ‘Long COVID’ Patients Help at Specialist Centres

People suffering ‘long COVID’ symptoms will be offered specialist help at clinics, as part of a five-point package of support. Respiratory consultants, physiotherapists, other specialists and GPs will assess, diagnose and treat thousands of patients who have symptoms such as breathlessness, chronic fatigue, ‘brain fog’, anxiety and stress. NHS Chief Executive, Sir Simon Stevens, said: […]