Newsletter Final Draft

NCOVID RESPONSE
EWSLETTER Issue
1 May 8th 2020
We in Leitrim Development Company are here to do whatever we can to
support you in these very challenging times. We are adapting and
responding to the ever changing demands placed on our community and
continue to redeploy our resources where they are needed most. We want
to reassure you that our services continue and our team is here and
available to help. Donal Fox, CEO
Leitrim Development Company
Assisting Leitrim Families In Need
Since the onset of the Covid-19 crisis, Leitrim Development
Company has been operating a food delivery service to
families in need. In cooperation with Food Cloud, local
food producers and supermarkets, our staff and volunteers
have been delivering much needed food throughout the
county daily.
We are working with Breffni and Mohill Family Resource
Centres to ensure that all families in need are provided for.
It would be impossible to provide this service without the
good will of the Foodhub, suppliers and the referrals from
HSE social workers, St Vincent de Paul, Tusla, youth
services and local community groups.
Leitrim Development Company 071 964 1770 info@ldco.ie www.ldco.ie

LEITRIM CALLING, HANDLING
OVER 400 CALLS PER WEEK
Leitrim Calling is a confidential telephone
call service that supports older people
living alone in isolated areas. It also
reaches out to persons of any age feeling,
vulnerable or challenged. Demand has
increased by over 60% due to COVID-19
with approx. 400 calls being made per
week, with volumes rising.
087 9585029
https://www.leitrimcalling.com/
"We have been greatly supported within our community by a team of fantastic
volunteers displaying great community spirit of kindness and empathy. We are
here and ready to take your calls".
LEITRIM COMMUNITY RESPONSE FORUM LAUNCH
WELLBEING PACKS
Last week the Leitrim COVID-19
Community Response Forum distributed
over 1,500 Wellbeing Packs to older
people as part of its ‘In This Together’
campaign which aims to assist them to
Stay Connected, Stay Active and look
after their Mental Wellbeing.
The pack includes a new physical activity initiative, featuring eight daily
exercises over a 4 week period. Older people can follow this programme in
Leitrim by tuning into Shannonside Lets Talk Programme. Also included in the
pack are quizzes, word games, gardening tips, healthy eating plans and adult
colouring to keep our minds and bodies active as well as some goodies such as
healthy treats or seeds. It is very important to stay connected at this time and
included in the pack is a new GAA initiative ‘Its Good to Talk GAA’ as well as
details of our existing befriending services.
To get your pack, contact the Community Forum Helpline: 071 96 50473 or
Freephone: 1800 852 389 and a pack will be prepared and delivered to your
home in the coming week.
Leitrim Development Company 071 964 1770 info@ldco.ie www.ldco.ie

LEITRIM SUPPORTS AND
SERVICES MAP
This directory maps community and
voluntary services available as part
of the Covid-19 response in County
Leitrim. The Map is being updated
regularly and any groups who
would like their details included
should contact: bernie@ldco.ie
www.ldco.ie
5 Ways To Wellbeing
Emailing, calling, texting or even writing a letters are great ways to
keep in touch.
Keep a routine that involves walking, running, cycling or
gardening.
Taking a reflective moment to appreciate our immediate
surroundings is beneficial. Taking notice can include spotting the
changing seasons while on a walk, the birds, and trees.
Make time to learn something new like a card game, a breathing
technique or learning a new word in a different language each day.
Many local groups and volunteers have stepped forward to give
generously of their time and talents – let’s celebrate this national
trait!
Contact Rachel Reilly rachel@mentalhealthireland.ie for more info
Leitrim Library Service are offering a book drop service in Leitrim where
they will provide a service for the delivery of physical materials to members
of the community. Not a member of Leitrim Library service? - Don’t worry
you can still avail of this service by contacting us on 0879775654 or e-mail
leitrimlibrary@leitrimcoco.ie.
Leitrim COVID-19 Community Response Help desk 8am-8pm 7 days p/w 071-9650473