As your #shielding co-workers return to work in the coming days or weeks here are some things to consider in addition to this fabulous poster by @NBTWellbeing

#BeKind #DistanceAware #SupporttheShielded
Some have already felt isolated at home. This sense of isolation might continue as they may need to distance themselves from others - some have been told to sit alone or find someone quiet for a break

#Smile #Wave #Respect their space if they want it
Those #shieldingbyproxy may not have received a risk assessment that takes that into account. They may be worried about family or loved ones & feeling huge guilt.

They want to feel as safe as they can hugging their family when they get home. They are not being irrational
They may ask for #PPE #socialdistancing that you think is not appropriate. They may have been advised to take extra precautions. Don& #39;t question why, mock or ask them to cut corners.
Some may ask you to respect their space by wearing a badge, lanyard or item that indicates they want 2m distance https://twitter.com/DistanceAware/status/1283812105389572096?s=20">https://twitter.com/DistanceA...
Some #shielding co-workers haven& #39;t yet taken & #39;normal& #39; community activities such as going to the supermarket, ordering takeaways, sitting in shared workspaces. This will take getting used to.
Their reason for #shielding may be immensely private. Don& #39;t pry or invade their privacy.

Being classed as #ExtremelyClinicallyVulnerable has psychological & behavioural impact as well as added worry about physical health & mortality
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