We recognise that this is a difficult time for students who need to self-isolate because of COVID-19 cases, especially those who are new to Sheffield.

Here are some of the ways we’re working to support our students

To make sure we’re supporting students in the best way possible, we will contact all students who are self-isolating to check on their welfare and offer practical and emotional support.

For students staying in University accommodation, we will also:

Do a daily check-in on students who are symptomatic, have tested positive or who have registered with our Residence Life team for a daily welfare call to find out how they're feeling and what their needs may be

Offer support in accessing medication, shopping and food deliveries - including access to a guaranteed delivery of an ‘essentials’ food, toiletries and laundry product package while self isolating

Provide details for local collect and deliver laundry services

Make sure that all students know what to do if they or their flatmates become symptomatic, or very unwell

Offer a range of online Residence Life activities to support engagement and community building

Provide daily peer to peer support drop-in sessions for students who are not self-isolating and may need assistance or signposting to support services

We are in continuous contact with @SheffCouncil, Public Health England and other partners to make sure that we are sharing information about the local situation and responding to the latest guidance. For the latest information, please visit: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/autumn-term-2020/safety

If you’re staying in University accommodation, you can find everything you need to know about self-isolating here: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/accommodation/prospective/moving-our-accommodation/self-isolation-everything-i-need-know