COVID19 is an unknown and difficult situation for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our society and we are doing everything we can to help.
Preston Together is a free Community Hub service for people in the city who need support.
We are working with partners across the County to support the most vulnerable in our community who are facing difficulties, worries and loneliness as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Our service is currently operating Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
If you are isolated by COVID-19 and need help please ring our Community Hub on 01772 906777 or email support@preston.gov.uk
Lancashire Volunteer Partnership offer services, if you need someone to speak to.
Preston Together is a Community Hub working closely with volunteers, charities and community groups to signpost residents to the services they need.
We can help you with:
If you're looking for other help please get in touch. Our team may have the answer or be able to signpost you to the service that does.
If you are worried about someone, possibly a family member or neighbour, or someone you are helping but don't know what to do next:
The test and trace support payment has been introduced to support residents who are struggling to self-isolate due to financial constraints.
The aim of the scheme is to ensure residents on low incomes self-isolate when they test positive or are identified as a contact. For more information view our test and trace support payment page, through the button below.
View the Test and trace support payment page
The following resource may be useful for communities to share the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice, including how to get tested in Preston and what to do if you are told to self-isolate.
If you want to speak to someone about prayer or spiritual help then there is someone from all the faiths in Preston who can be available to support you, either online or to speak to on the telephone.
Please email the following people and they will get back to you:
Preston City Council is proud to be working with these representatives of all faith groups through the Faith Covenant.
View the Faith Covenant declaration
The Help in Preston website has a list of useful websites and information on financial help and rights during the coronavirus pandemic.
If you are a business looking for support please visit our business support and advice section.
If you want to offer help please visit either Lancashire Volunteer Partnership or Our Lancashire.
If you are currently a community or voluntary group and are thinking of assisting your community during the coronavirus outbreak, either by making food to deliver to people's homes or for them to collect, please do this whilst adhering to good hygiene practices.
View advice for community or voluntary groups and individuals
During this difficult time we are here to help you help your communities. Contact us at support@preston.gov.uk or telephone 01772 906777.
The videos below offers advice from Preston residents around COVID-19 and how you can help to protect yourself and others: