An initiative of Lanark voluntary organisations have created a ‘Lanarkhelps’ phoneline to provide practical community support during COVID-19.

The volunteer-led helpline is for people who:

• live in Lanark and surrounding villages (New Lanark, Nemphlar, Kirkfieldbank, Cartland, Ravenstruther and Cleghorn)
• aren’t in the shielded group or don’t fit the criteria for the South Lanarkshire Council Wellbeing Line (0303 123 1009)
• are isolated with no local support
• need help with shopping or collecting prescriptions
• need a person to talk to (telephone befriending).

The helpline is staffed by friendly, trusted and experienced volunteers who will be happy to help you.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 4:45pm, Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Access the helpline by calling 01555 437 051

Visit the Lanarkhelps website to find out more: https://www.lanarkhelps.org.uk/

Please share this information with anyone you feel would benefit from it.