Message from the Mayor: National Day of Reflection

Cllr June Harrison, Mayor of Hyndburn:

“Today marks one year since the first lockdown. As part of the National Day of Reflection we are pausing to acknowledge our collective loss and reaching out to support those who are struggling. I will be shining a light at 8pm this evening to show my support and spending some time to make sure my friends and family know what they mean to me.

This pandemic has had a devastating impact on our community, however it has also shown the power of people. We are strong, we have many helpers and there is support available if you or a loved one needs it. My message to Hyndburn today is please make sure you reach out if you need this support, there is no need to struggle alone.”

One Year On – The Hyndburn Hub
Over the last 12 months the Hyndburn Hub has worked with over 40 community groups and organisations to support people.
The Hyndburn Hub has:
 
-Made 4,475 phone calls
-Processed 2.660 requests for support
-Sent over 10,000 texts with information
-Connected and supported people 24/7
 
The team have knocked on doors to check people are safe if they cant get in touch by phone, they have supported schools to assist vulnerable children during school closures and hundreds of volunteers have delivered thousands of food parcels, made shopping trips and prescription deliveries.
 
Thank you to everyone involved, you have made a difference.

 

Get support if you need it

The Hyndburn Hub is available, contact the team by emailing enquiries@hyndburnbc.gov.uk or call 01254 388 111

 

Watch our ‘One year on’ reflection video:

 

The National Day of Reflection, Tuesday 22nd March 2021 has been organised by Marie Curie, you can read more via this link