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Emergency help in the cold weather...
There are various services available to help people who can't get out in the bad weather to go to the doctors, shops, etc. The following contact details may help.
RUSTIC
RUSTIC (Rural Support Team for Intermediate Care) may be able to offer short-term help to over-60s who need assistance. As examples, they can pick up requests for repeat prescriptions and deliver them to your GP, collect prescriptions, emergency shopping, etc. Call 01621 773733.
Age Concern
Age Concern can offer advice and help. Call 01245 264499 or 01245 346106.
Essex County Council - Social Services
Essex County Council's Social Services department has an emergency number for meals on wheels and emergency care. Call 0845 606 1212.
Local Voluntary Support Services
Local Voluntary Support Services may be able to offer assistance. Call 01245 351888.
NHS Direct
You can call NHS Direct for advice on 0845 46 47 or visit their website. They can give a wide range of advice and information about many conditions.
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