NINE response teams have been set up across Blaenau Gwent to support the most vulnerable residents during the coronavirus pandemic.

The county borough council’s response teams will support those who have been identified by NHS Wales as extremely vulnerable – particularly those who have no other means of support from family, friends, or anyone else in the community.

Support could include food shopping, picking up medication or dog walking.

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The council said the response team will put individuals in touch with the right people to provide the support and advice they need.

The leader of Blaenau Gwent council, Cllr Nigel Daniels, said: “We are living in unprecedented times fighting against this terrible virus, and the council is working hard to continue to deliver our most critical services.

“At the forefront of this work is making sure we are looking after our most vulnerable residents.

“These dedicated locality teams will be working with a range of partners and community groups to deliver whatever support is required.

“I’d like to thank everyone involved for pulling together and helping us to keep our residents safe during this difficult time.

“It could be just a simple task that needs doing or even just a friendly ear, but it could make all the difference to a resident during this anxious time.

“My simple message is this – you’re not alone, we are here for you, please just call.”

Anyone who finds themselves in this situation is asked to get in touch by calling 01495 311556.

The nine areas with response teams are:

  • North Tredegar
  • South Tredegar
  • Nantyglo & Blaina
  • Brynmawr
  • North Ebbw Vale
  • South Ebbw Vale
  • Central Ebbw Vale
  • North Abertillery
  • South Abertillery