Coronavirus support

Coronavirus symptoms are:

• a high temperature
• a new, continuous cough
• a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste

Book a test

You can also call 119.

In Hackney there are 4 testing sites:

• Bentley Road car park, Dalston, N1 4DB (open 8am – 8pm 7 days a week)
• Hackney Central, 340 Mare Street E8 1HA (open 8am – 8pm 7 days a week)
• Hackney Marshes, E9 5PF
• Yesodey Hatorah School Egerton Road, N16 6UB

Due to testing capacity, we have been advised that all local government-run test centres are not able to accept walk-up tests without an appointment for the time being.

View more information on coronavirus testing. 

You can ask for help if you’re affected by coronavirus.

Or call our coronavirus support helpline: 020 8356 3111, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Find out how to arrange deliveries of food and essentials.

This includes what options are available if you cannot afford to pay for food and essentials, such as sanitary products and nappies.

Tips and guidance for looking after your mental health during the coronavirus crisis.

Find out what financial help you could be entitled to and how to apply for it.

We’ve announced a £100million support package for businesses affected by coronavirus in Hackney – including business rate relief, grants and rent deferrals.

We’ve put together information and advice on the types of available housing support, including financial support, maintenance support and what to do if you have a pre-paid meter and can’t leave your home.

We’re continuing to provide advice and support to private renters during the coronavirus pandemic.

If you’re concerned about the condition of your home or treatment from your landlord, let us know.

If your income or job has been affected, you can seek support through our Hackney Works employment service. Our specialist team can help you to find work or training, as well as offer advice on interviews and CV writing.

You can contact the team on hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk or 020 8356 5700, or see the latest roles – including new temporary roles being created during the pandemic

• view information on what benefits you may be entitled to claim

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We’ve created an easy to use find support service map that displays voluntary and community organisations offering help to Hackney’s diverse community, especially to those who are affected.