Supporting Content

• Coronavirus

  At a time when we’re being asked to work together, we will be sharing details of where you can find help and support from organisations and individuals who are working hard to make things easier for you. 
  
  If you are in a position to help and have something that you’d like us to share, you can get in touch by emailing makeadifference.london@bbc.co.uk, calling 0800 731 2000 or texting 81333 starting your message with 'LONDON'.

• Organisations offering support

  Many organisations across London looking for volunteers to support their community. Find the latest volunteering opportunities near you at london.gov.uk/volunteer.
  
  The Make a Difference team have compiled a list of organisations and groups that are offering support in London during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  
  If you have a smart speaker and would like to hear more Make a Difference stories and the help being offered along with an update on what’s happening in London, ask your device to “play BBC Radio London Update".

• Face coverings

  We're being advised to wear face coverings in certain circumstances when we're out of the house to help limit the spread of coronavirus. You must wear a face covering on public transport and in all shops (unless exempt) in England. Hospital visitors and outpatients must also wear face coverings.
  
  The BBC has made this useful guide which explains how you can make three different types of face mask at home. 

• Government FAQs

  Are you confused about what you can or can't do at the moment because of the restrictions introduced due to the coronavirus outbreak? There's a lot to take in but the government has answered lots of questions on its website.
  
  The guide includes information on social distancing, schools and childcare, workers' rights and public transport. The guide is being regularly updated as the restrictions on our day-to-day lives change.

• Harringey rooftop concerts

  Singer James Riley is bringing music to the rooftops of Harringey during lockdown.
  
  Watch as James performs from the rooftop.

  

• The man with the cherry picker

  Mike hired a cherry picker to see Tessa at her care home in Hammersmith during lockdown.
  
  Click here to watch the story.

  

• Wash bags for King George Hospital

  Jill in Redbridge was attempting to sew 8,500 wash bags for King George Hospital.
  
  
  Find out how you can become involved.

  

• My Virtual Neighbourhood

  Find out which local businesses remain open in London during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  
  Click here to find out more.

  

• A concert with a difference

  A pop harpist from east London has treated her neighbours to a concert with a difference.
  
  Click here to meet Olivia Ter-Berg.

  

• Cleaning up Lambeth to raise money

  An 82-year-old great-grandmother and her dog are raising money for Guys and St. Thomas' Hospital.
  
  Find out more about Diana's story.

  

• Rowing the length of the Thames

  Charlie and Harry will be rowing 346km the safety of their flat to raise money for NHS charities.
  
  Watch Charlie and Harry in action. 

  

• The singer who found her voice again

  Young performer Sophia underwent surgery three times for a brain tumour.
  
  Find out how her friends helped her return to singing.

  

• Mentoring during lockdown

  Hear about the organisation matching adult mentors with children in need of some guidance.
  
  BBC Radio London's Ross Ryan find out more.

  

• 100 days of Make A Difference

  Marking 100 days of Make A Difference with the Dons Local Action Group.
  
  Find out more about their work.

  

• The charity feeding the homeless

  'Rhythms of Life' have continued to feed the homeless every single day since lockdown began.
  
  Ross Ryan has been to visit them.

  

• Recreating album covers

  Robert Speker has recreated famous album covers with the help of the residents at a care home.
  
  Hear Robert's inspiration behind the idea.

  

• Meet the Lockdown King

  Leathon Lacrette has been lifting peoples' spirits by creating a weekly musical escapade.
  
  Click to hear why he wanted to make a difference.

  

• Celebrating key workers

  The Southbank Centre has put on an exhibition celebrating key workers.
  
  BBC Radio London’s Ross Ryan has been to visit.
  

  

• A helping hand from Levi Roots

  Musician and chef Levi Roots has been helping LFB deliver food across London.
  
  Click here to find out more.

  

• Crystal Palace Community Kitchen

  Crystal Palace have re-purposed their kitchen in an effort prepare thousands of hot meals. 
  
  Find out more here.