Important support, advice and staying connected

We’ve pulled together some support, advice and ways to stay connected for our Torus tenants and the wider community during this time.

Torus Foundation and Torus’ Support Network are still here to help where we can.

Maybe you’re after help with your CV, signposts to job searches, tips on staying in the loop online with friends and family, get in touch: info@torusfoundation.org.uk / 0300 123 5809 – there’s also an email for employment@torusfoundation.org.uk

Please note following regular updates from the Government, information provided from the organisations below may also be changing and evolving on a regular basis:

• Domestic Abuse

In an emergency, always dial 999 – if you are unable to speak always press ’55’ when prompted to confirm an emergency. Find out what support is available in your local area:

Liverpool – Information and support available.

St Helens – Safe2Speak is the Domestic Abuse Service delivered by Torus St Helens. Free confidential support is offered to ANY resident in St Helens who is a victim of domestic abuse. Find out more.

Warrington – Information and support available.

• Central Community Hubs in your area:

Liverpool City Council has set up the Liverpool Good Neighbour Scheme with local organisations where people can request urgent help. Head to the Ask for Help page.

St Helens Council has set up the St Helens Toghether campaign with local organisations to support the most vulnerable members of the St Helens community. Head to St Helens Together to request help or offer support.

Warrington Borough Council and Voluntary Action’s coordinated response is helping vulnerable members of the community. Request help Safe and Well page.

Additional Advice and Support Services 

• Age Uk Mid Mersey 0300 003 1992 – our older community can call to request support (Mon – Fri 10am – 2pm but you an leave a message).
• Asthma UK
• British Heart Foundation
• Cystic Fibrosis Trust
• Diabetes UK
• Halton and St Helens Voluntary and Community Action
• Independent Age – Advice and support for our older community, nationwide.
• Kind to Your Mind campaign – Launch by LA’s and the NHS in Cheshire & Merseyside, with useful resources and how to find mental health support near you.
• Liverpool CAMHS – providing mental health and emotional wellbeing of all children and young people and their families/carers.
• Macmillan
• Mental Health Foundation
• Mind or called Mind infoline on 0300 123 3393 or email info@mind.org.uk
• New Leaf – A Torus Foundation service for those living in Warrington and Cheshire looking to take that step to finding work, skills and training.
• Primary Immunodeficiency UK
• Public Health England
• Samaritans or call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org.uk
• Shout Crisis Text line – Text Shout to 85258. Shout can help with urgent issues such as: suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault, self-harm, bullying and relationship challenges.
• Silver Line Helpline on 0800 470 80 90 for people aged 55 and over.
• Time to Change – Providing information and tips for people looking for support for themselves or family and friends.
• Torus landlord – Tenants can keep up to date with services and information from Torus Liverpool, Torus St Helens and Torus Warrington
• #Ok2ASK and #Ok2ASK resources

You can also head to the Government Advice webpage which covers plenty of useful information on Coronavirus including:

• What the signs and symptoms are
• How the virus spreads
• How to reduce the risk of contracting the virus

As information about Coronavirus is being updated regularly, we advise you to keep a close eye on the Government website for all the latest information.