Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
All of the most up to date SWALLOW information related to COVID-19 will be available to download on this page.
SWALLOW statement in response to COVID-19
We are actively addressing the ongoing threat of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, in line with Government advice.
We are committed to protecting the people we support during this time and have developed continuity plans to ensure the support we provide isn’t compromised, even in a pandemic.
Our Trustee Board and senior management team have regular meetings to discuss all changes in the situation and agree any new actions that we will take. Following those discussions, all staff are being provided with comprehensive briefing, which summarise the latest advice from government and other official sources.
We are continually monitoring and adapting our plans as more updates become available from the Government and Public Health England.
Ongoing Service Provision
There have been many changes in our service provision owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. Below we have collated information that remains relevant to our current situation along with a copy of our current timetable of activities.
Further Information
If you have any concerns about the Coronavirus itself, please visit the NHS website by clicking the box below...
If you would like to talk to someone about a specific SWALLOW service please click over to our 'Who We Are' page and scroll down to find the most relevant person for your query, you will find their email address on this page. Alternatively you can use the form on our Contact Us page. We will answer your query as soon as possible but please bear in mind that in the current situation we may take a little longer than usual to respond to emails.
Our office telephone number is 01761 414034.
Easy Read Information
We have discovered a website, keepsafe.org.uk, which contains easy read information on Coronavirus and Face Coverings. Below is the link to go directly to their site, and for your convenience we have include the Face Coverings poster to download by clicking the button below.
Visit www.keepsafe.org.uk
Phase 1 Return to Courses & Groups
From Monday 15th June 2020 we began the Phase 1 return to some of our courses and groups. Full information can be found by click to the relevant 'News' page. You can also download the Welcome Back Letter here.
COVID-19 Information
Below is the link to our News page where we shared information about COVID-19. The easy-read leaflet about COVID-19 can also be downloaded below. Hand washing regularly remains one fo the most effect ways to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19.
SWALLOW Coronavirus Risk Assessment
Covid-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It is caused by a virus called Coronavirus. Symptoms can be mild, moderate, severe or fatal
This is a generic Risk Assessment for all of SWALLOW services and offices and is in place to protect all SWALLOW staff and its members/tenants and outside agencies
For updates on the ever changing situation visit
https://www.hseni.gov.uk/news/coronavirus-covid-19-and-hseni-contact-details-updateo
Coronavirus - A True Story
Here is SWALLOW Member Zoe with a fantastic video showing us just what she has been doing to stay safe at home while in lockdown - Thank you Zoe
Compassionate Communities Helpline
B&NES is a Compassionate Community and there is a helpline available for any individuals with any concerns involving COVID-19. The number is: 0330 247 0050. Don't worry by your self, there is always someone who might be able to help.