Washington carer starts Facebook group to support lonely and isolated and spread hope during coronavirus crisis

A Washington carer has set up a Facebook page to support the vulnerable, isolated and lonely in the community as coronavirus forces people to stay indoors.
By Sam Johnson
Published 5th May 2020, 11:45 BST
Updated 5th May 2020, 11:47 BST

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Jaye Price, 23, set up the Washington Tyne & Wear COVID-19 help page to provide people in the community with an easy way to communicate and the page has gained over 1,500 members in less than a week.

The group, which gives the community a safe place to talk about how they are feeling and coping also provides a place where people can ask for some much needed help.

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While wanting to help people in the community as much as possible, Jaye wanted to support residents while also limiting contact and adhering to government guidelines.

She said: “It’s killing me not being able to go out and help more but the Facebook page gives people a way to communicate and stay in touch with others.

“Washington is only a small place and it’s a place where people rely on others for help and support.”

Jaye’s two year old son, Markus has also been helping lift spirits, joining thousands of children in drawing a rainbow and putting in the window to spread a message of hope.

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The page has quickly captured the imagination of the community residents offering support or offering to talk to lonely people facing self isolation.

Group members is also encouraging everyone to take part in the weekly Clap for Carers events.

Washington Tyne & Wear COVID-19 help page can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/511706949529526/

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