THE community has continued to work together to support those who have self-isolated during the coronavirus outbreak in Worcestershire.

Katie Bradley, who is a carer and works for Caremark Worcester, visits the elderly in their homes.

Miss Bradley, aged 37, said: “I believe people need stability and a friendly face in these kinds of circumstances.

“I’ve already had clients say to me they are worried what they will do or how they will manage if carers fall poorly and what will happen to them.

“Of course, that I can’t be certain of, but I have reassured them that we will all endeavour to try our best.”

Miss Bradley, from Worcester, added: “I truly love my job and the people I meet every day. It’s not about the money it’s about providing continued support at home and in the community for the most vulnerable in society.

“It’s important to me to keep a sense of normality and keep going to work and keep busy regardless.

“I’m not about to bunker down just yet as I’m well and healthy so will continue to go to work as a mum and a carer.

“I’m worried for my children and family obviously, but we are all taking steps to keep clean and continue washing hands and using hand sanitiser and minimise going out unnecessarily.”

Melanie Eastwood has offered a helping hand to her neighbours in Ronkswood as of March 16 and has offered to do their shopping.

She has been handing out notes through neighbours’ doors with her contact details on for the elderly, vulnerable and single mums in the area who are self-isolating.

Mrs Eastwood, aged 34, said: “Not everyone is as fortunate as we are and have been able to get things.

“We all need to be a little kinder and help out where we can.”

She has also handed out her contact details at Ronkswood Co Op, Ronkswood Community Centre and the pharmacy.

Mrs Eastwood has so far helped 15 of those in need.

Gemma Dewson, aged 37, is creating care packages for those who have self-isolated.

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The care packages will be set up at the Baptist Church in Upton upon Severn.

She said: “I’m reaching out on social media and getting the community involved by donating products. I am sick of seeing women not being able to buy milk and nappies for their children and obvious items that people are panic buying on.

“I am trying to spread the word and share the love and work with the local baptist church minister who is doing an amazing job of collecting any kind of goods for the packs for families to collect or we will deliver in cases of financial hardship.

“We are creating care packages for people that are isolated and will possibly suffer financial strain at some point.”