• A Helping Hand for South Norfolk Residents

    South Norfolk Council recognise how important it is for our elderly residents to stay in their own homes for as long as possible and sometimes a small change can make a big difference.

    The Council’s Handyperson+ scheme supports residents with a wide range of small household repairs and minor adaptation work.

    The experienced team can help with many tasks including fitting key safes, fall prevention adaptions, smoke alarms, grab rails and better lighting. They can also offer advice on staying warm during cold weather.

    As well as small works, the handyperson will chat to residents during a visit to see if they would benefit from any additional help. They have an in-depth knowledge of grants, allowances and services a resident may be eligible for.

    In addition, the team can direct residents to relevant community support, including social clubs or events in the local area to help combat loneliness.

    You may be eligible for the service free of charge if;

    • You are over 65
    • Have a long-term condition or disability AND
    • Receive either Housing Benefit, Guaranteed Pension Credit or Universal Credit.

    You may be eligible for our handyperson service with an hourly charge of £10.32 if;

    • You are over 65 AND
    • Have a long-term condition or disability

    You may be eligible for our handyperson service with an hourly charge of £20.78 if;

    • You are under 65 you have no long-term condition or disability.

    This does not include the cost of any materials.

    To contact the Council to request the Handyperson+ service please call 01508 505284, or email: [email protected]

  • Reporting Pot Holes

    If you have seen a pothole please report it. During reporting you can also see on a map if a pothole has already been reported by someone else. All potholes will likely be repaired within six weeks of identification. If the pothole has been outlined with paint, they have already been inspected and are due to be fixed. You don’t need to report these.

    Link to report potholes to Norfolk County Council – Potholes – Norfolk County Council
    (www.norfolk.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/roads/road-maintenance/potholes)

  • Library Information

    Mobile Library visits Wortwell on Thursday’s every four weeks
    Willow Close  13:40 — 14:00
    The Packway 14:05 — 14:25

    Harleston Library, Swan Lane, Harleston, IP20 9AW  tel: 01379 852549
    Opening hours:
    Mon 8am-7pm (Staffed 11.30am-7pm),  Tues 8am-7pm (Open Libraries all day)
    Wed 8am-7pm (Staffed 10am-7pm),      Thurs 8am-7pm (Open Libraries all day)
    Fri 8am-7pm (Staffed 11.30am-7pm),    Sat 8am-4pm (Staffed 11.30am-4pm)
    Sun 10am-4pm (Open Libraries all day)

     

  • Time to get walking again!

    With Spring on its way we start to think about getting out to walk in the beautiful English countryside again, but where to find new and interesting walks?

    Walking in Norfolk https://www.walkinginengland.co.uk/norfolk has loads of walks to download and print, free, it also has books of walks, details of all the walking groups in the county and much more. Whether you want to walk on your own or with a group all the information is there in one place.

    John Harris (who maintains the website) said ‘There is so much walking information on the web but it is difficult to find. Walking in Norfolk (part of the Walking in England website) has brought it together in one place so whether you are walking from home, or away on holiday, you will be able to find a walk suitable for you’.

    With walks from half a mile to twelve miles plus long, and a note of suitability for pushchairs and wheelchairs, everyone can find a walk to enjoy.

    So home or away, check out the websites and get walking!

    John Harris

    www.walkinginengland.co.uk
    [email protected]

  • Chances Project

    Chances is a partnership between Norfolk County Council, Future Projects, Norfolk Citizens Advice, Voluntary Norfolk and Citizens Advice Diss & Thetford. We are part funded through the European Social Fund with the remainder of our funding being generated within the county. Chances is delivered locally with a team of experienced Advocates working in each district of Norfolk.

    Who it’s for?
    Chances is here to help people who are:-

    • Currently unemployed or unable to go into work (because of health reasons, caring responsibilities etc)
    • Aged 18 or over (we consider people over 16 in exceptional circumstances)
    • Live in Norfolk
    • Have the legal right to live and work in the UK
    • Motivated to move forwards and make life changes

    What does Chances do?
    The Chances team of Advocates offer 1:1 guidance to help individuals:-

    • Search and prepare for a job
    • Improve their skills – e.g. through training or education
    • Get into work if they have health issues – e.g. help you access services
    • Overcome practical issues – e.g. finding transport, route planning and childcare
    • Improve their wellbeing through sport and other activities

      To find out more about our project, and to view our latest advertisement, please visit the following links: –

    https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/business/grants-and-funding/european-funding/eu-programmes/business-growth-innovation-and-skills/chances

  • South Norfolk Council Free Bin Collections App

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  • Norfolk County Council Wellbeing Newsletter – Help Available to Support Norfolk Residents with Living Costs

    Norfolk County Council’s Cost of Living Support Scheme has a £7.7m package of support to help households struggling to pay for food, fuel, energy and water bills, and other  essentials. If you come across anyone who needs help with their everyday living costs, support is available on their website at Norfolk website or by contacting them on 0344 800 8020.

    Here is some more information about the support available in Norfolk.

    Support directly available for parish councils to help residents in need
    Town and Parish councils and VCSE organisations can apply to the Norfolk Community Foundation for grants of up to £50 per household to help older people, disabled people and carers with the cost of household energy bills and other regular utility bills.
    Norfolk Household Support Fund

    Empowering communities for winter resilience
    Town and Parish Councils can also apply for funding to develop capacity in any services that support vulnerable people in their community to stay safe, well and connected this winter.  Empowering Communities Fund

    Cost of Living Vouchers
    Families that are eligible for free school meals will automatically receive a monthly ‘cost of living’ voucher. The vouchers will be £15 per month, per child. There’s a larger payment of £30 for August, to coincide with the school holidays. The vouchers will be paid up to and including October 2022.
    The vouchers are provided by Edenred, which can be used in all supermarkets for essentials, including clothing. Find out if someone is eligible for free school meals  and help them apply.

    Norfolk Assistance Scheme
    Norfolk Assistance Scheme (NAS) helps people in financial hardship to pay for their living costs. The scheme can provide emergency financial help, supply essential household goods and furniture and give support, guidance and advice. People can apply themselves. They will need to complete an application with evidence of their financial situation to show they are eligible for support. For more information and to apply go to: www.norfolk.gov.uk/NAS

    Emergency funding/housing related costs
    Local district, borough or city council can offer a wide range of support:
    Broadland Council and South Norfolk District Council help hub

    Nourishing Norfolk
    Community supermarkets and community fridges offer a long-term solution. They offer a wide range of affordable groceries and enable people to choose the food they would like to buy so they can put together well-balanced, nutritious meals. Norfolk County Council is supporting Norfolk Community Foundation’s Nourishing Norfolk movement to develop 15 food hubs in Norfolk. Find out more about how people can access foodbanks, community supermarkets and community fridges On Norfolk County Council’s website:  Help with food and drink

    The Tricky Period and Toiletries to Go
    All Norfolk Libraries have free bags of sanitary products and toiletries available to grab and go. They are freely available and there is no need to ask. More information about what is available is on Norfolk County Council’s website:
    Tricky Period and Toiletries

    Community Learning
    Norfolk’s Adult Learning service is running:

    • Budgeting courses such as “beat the bills”.
    • Cooking courses in conjunction with Community Supermarkets.
    • Family learning activities in school holidays.
      Find out what’s available and book online.

    Help with paying water bills
    Norfolk County Council is working with Anglian Water to help older, vulnerable residents with their water debts. Anglian Water will be getting in touch with all those on the social tariff who are eligible for support. However, if you know someone of any age who is struggling to pay their water bills please they should contact Anglian Water directly.

    Webinars
    Join us on our upcoming webinars:

    Homes for Ukraine
    Meet with Natasha Hayes Head of Communities for Norfolk County Council and Simon Shreeve from the People from Abroad Team at Norfolk County Council, to hear about the latest developments in providing support for refugees fleeing the conflict in Ukraine.  Book Here

  • Vandalism on Playing Fields

    The Parish Council would like to inform villagers that the police are aware of the recent vandalism at the playing fields. Both plain clothed and uniformed police officers will be regularly patrolling the area and will take action against offenders.

  • Disabled Facilities Grants and Assistive Technology

    Disabled Facilities Grants

    You could get a grant from your council if you’re disabled and need to make changes to your home, for example to:

    • widen doors and install ramps
    • improve access to rooms and facilities – eg stairlifts or a downstairs bathroom
    • provide a heating system suitable for your needs
    • adapt heating or lighting controls to make them easier to use

    Assistive Technology

    Information and Advice Services from Age UK

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