Central England Co-op is asking its members and customers to help people who are self-isolating by becoming one of a growing number of community volunteers.
The retailer, which has over 240 stores across 16 counties, is appealing for anyone who is fit and able to sign up to the scheme and support someone who is need of a helping hand during these uncertain times.
All they have to do is pick up a special green card located in all stores, fill in their details and pop it through the door of someone they know is self-isolating in their community.
The project has already been a big hit, with thousands of community volunteers coming forward to do everything from picking up shopping to just being on the end of the phone for a chat.
Jenny Holden, Customer Services Assistant at Overseal Food Store, said: “We have seen so many people take one of these cards and become community volunteers.
“We are all facing challenges at this time but what really is nice to see is how people are also thinking of others.
“If you know someone who is self-isolating pick up one of these cards, fill it in and pop it through their letterbox – it could make all the difference.”
This is the latest in a range of measures Central England Co-op has put in place to support its communities at this uncertain time.
These include:
New hygiene, safety and social distancing measures in its stores to protect colleagues and customers
An urgent food bank appeal to support local charities and groups who have reported a fall in donations and rise in demand
Donations to FareShare Midlands and Dementia UK to allow them to continue their vital community services
