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. 2020 Jun 10;2:37. doi: 10.35241/emeraldopenres.13731.1

Table 5. Key successes of neighbourhood support and their frequencies.

Key successes of neighbourhood support Frequencies
Small acts of kindness and social bonding e.g. chats, assistance, friendly acts 114
Using communication routes successfully e.g. social media, leafleting 105
Setting up or operating a support group 82
Practical help, especially sourcing and delivering food or medicines 63
Creating community events e.g. social gatherings at a safe distance 62
Community spirit and solidarity (general) 37
Establishing/ re-establishing personal contacts 36
Acting quickly to address needs 34
Addressing sensitive issues, or reaching isolated/ vulnerable people 33
Voluntary action for wider society, beyond the neighbourhood 26
Sharing, swapping, or recycling 26
Positive actions of specific individuals 20
Supporting local businesses or services 15