Elderly man
Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?
Patients most vulnerable to COVID-19 have been asked to ‘shield’. Here's some more information to help you understand what shielding means in practice.
1 June 2020
Advice and Information
Volunteer digital champions and local residents at a Healthwatch training session
Our volunteers are helping local residents to get the most out of their devices, and keep connected in troubled times
With social distancing measures in place, we're doing more and more essential tasks online. Our digital champions make sure that local residents that need some support don't get left behind.
28 May 2020
News
How to use Zoom
A brief introduction to Zoom - giving guidance on how to join a virtual meeting.
28 May 2020
Report
Zoom meeting with consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals
Cleaning the home in order to minimise exposure to COVID-19
Dr Peter Wilson, consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), spoke to us about ways to minimise the chances of transmission of coronavirus at home.
18 May 2020
Advice and Information
Elderly man wearing a cap standing outdoors
Cancer and coronavirus
If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.
13 May 2020
Advice and Information
Women from Islington's Bangladeshi community at a gardening project
Local residents share their views on mental health support services
In stressful times services that support our mental health are even more important. We spoke to residents from Islington's migrant communities to better understand their experiences.
4 May 2020
News
Bangladeshi woman enjoying gardening
More mother tongue counselling services are needed to support migrant communities in Islington
The coronavirus pandemic means that many of us are isolated from friends and family. Mental health support has never been more important. Our latest report investigates how well these services meet the needs of migrant communities in Islington.
24 April 2020
News
Mental health support services for migrant communities in Islington
We interviewed 73 residents from migrant communities who were living with mental health issues find out what their experiences were of accessing the support available in the borough.
24 April 2020
Report
woman walking through the entrance of a GP surgery
Planning care at the end of life
We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.
9 April 2020
Advice and Information
What's the difference between social distancing, self isolation and shielding
Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.
8 April 2020
Advice and Information
Older man in a hospital setting talking with a doctor
Our response to the consultation on changes to North Central London Orthopaedic Services
The clinical case for change seems clear. We also welcome the introduction of care coordinators to support patients with disabilities, autism, dementia or learning disabilities.
6 April 2020
Response
Young woman grieving
Someone I love has died - where can I find support?
There are organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. During the current pandemic some of these services may be offered in different ways because we need to observe social distancing.
2 April 2020
Advice and Information