Additional Coronavirus Support
Extremely vulnerable people - register for support If you have a medical condition which makes you extremely vulnerable to coronavirus (COVID-19), register and tell us whether or not you need support.
You may have received a letter from the NHS telling you that you’re clinically extremely vulnerable, or been contacted by your GP or hospital clinician.
If this has not happened, contact your GP or clinician after you register with this service https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerable or phone 0800 028 8327
Community Hubs
Community hubs are the contact point that residents of East Sussex can turn to if they feel they need extra help in coping with the effects of coronavirus or know someone else who needs help. To find out more visit:
Phone: 01273 099956
Local Support
Find sources of support in the East Sussex area including a section for Lewes District on the 3VA website https://www.3va.org.uk/how-we-can-help/coronavirus/community-responses
Domestic and sexual abuse and violence
If you need advice & support about domestic or sexual abuse or violence get in touch with The Portal.
Mental health
Saneline - 0845 767 8000 - Available 12pm - 2am. Saneline is an out-of-hours telephone helpline offering practical information, crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems.
Sussex Mental Healthline – This helpline can be reached in East Sussex between 5pm and 9am and all day during weekends and bank holidays on 0300 5000 101. (Local call rate from a BT landline.)