As we approach the Easter break we’d like to thank all of our amazing families for their fantastic support as we have worked to get to grips with a new way of working! We hope you have a restful two weeks. Stay safe and look after each other.

POYNTON STREET CHAMPIONS: We are mapping the location of street champions to ensure all areas have support. If you are co-ordinating a street group or street WhatsApp, and haven’t already done so please register this with our Ops Mgr phil.cunningham@poyntontowncouncil.gov.uk.

If you are missing singing in the school choir, why not follow Andrew Lloyd Webber. He is in lockdown and playing some songs from his musicals whilst at home on his piano. twitter.com/officialalw/st…

BUSINESS GRANTS: Cheshire East Council is urging businesses to go directly to them and submit their business bank details online – via an official form – to receive government Covid-19 business grants, rather than using agents. Full details: bit.ly/3bKI2uS

BUSINESSES ABLE TO DELIVER PROVISIONS & FOOD The most recent list we have of local businesses who can provide these services will always appear at bit.ly/2J8OWxL Last updated 09.30 on 1st April 2020.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FROM CHESHIRE EAST Cheshire East and the government have produced information for people who are having to stay at home. More details: bit.ly/2UFfOKV

TIME TO TALK / ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY SUPPORT / DEMENTIA UK ADVICE Unfortunately the Time to Talk sessions in Bollington, Disley & Poynton are currently cancelled but find other professional services, for people living with Dementia & their carers at: bit.ly/2wITVCw

BUSINESSES DELIVERING PROVISIONS & FOOD We’re continually updating a list of the above at: bit.ly/2J8OWxL (as of 9am on 300320-subject to change*) and trying to keep it as comprehensive as possible. *If your business can help call us on 01625 872238 during office hrs.

VULNERABLE RESIDENTS If you have concerns about a vulnerable resident, including those who might not have internet access, contact the Town Council on 01625 872238 during office hours or email haf.barlow@poyntontowncouncil.gov.uk

SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE: Kooth is a Mental Health & Emotional Well Being platform for children & young adults under the age of 20. Fast, free & anonymous access to professional counsellors with safe online support 365 days a year. Full details: kooth.com

TIME TO TALK / ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY SUPPORT / DEMENTIA UK ADVICE Unfortunately the Time to Talk sessions in Bollington, Disley & Poynton are currently cancelled but find other professional services, for people living with Dementia & their carers at: bit.ly/2wITVCw

ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY SUPPORT. Alzheimer’s Society has created a new fact sheet ‘Coronavirus: Information for people affected by dementia’ at: bit.ly/3bBa2B1 Further advice and guidance on a range of issues is available at: alzheimers.org.uk