5 simple ways you can help the NHS

Now more than ever, we are appreciating the wonderful institution our NHS is. We are so lucky to have such an excellent resource of hardworking nurses and doctors. Let’s do our best not to make that burden worse. These are 5 simple ways you can help the NHS right now.

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1 – Stay home

It’s as simple as that. I know it’s hard when you have an unreasonable boss or because you’re a key working. Both me and my husband are, but we are currently both working from home. I’m virtual teaching my high school students, as well as homeschooling my two boys. My husband is running logistics for a breakdown company.

Even if you have to go to work. Just do that. Then come home. Visiting you friends and family, as lovely as it is can wait.

2 – Join in

Join in the nationwide response to thanking the NHS Staff by clapping at 8pm on the 26th March 2020.

3 – Join up

You can register to help the NHS. In roles such as telephone support, transporting supplies and food and making deliveries to those who are vulnerable.

You can sign up to become an NHS Volunteer Responder at goodsamapp.org/NHS.

4 – Wash your hands

Strict hygiene rules, will help save many lives. Make sure you are regularly washing your hands and avoiding touching your face. If your family members need a gentle reminder. You can download this ‘wash your hands’ cross stitch pattern for free here.

5 – Free Stuff

Working in the NHS is a hard but essential role. Make sure that everyone you know that is doing their bit, heads over to check out this post for freebies and special discounts for those working on the frontline. They deserve an extra treat and this is one way they can get it.