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

Table 6. Main challenges of neighbourhood support and their frequencies.

Main challenges of neighbourhood support Frequencies
Challenges reaching most vulnerable or reaching out effectively 62
Limitations/ problems with social media communication 43
Frustration with not being able to help more 33
Establishing trust with those who do not engage or are unwilling to ask for help 32
Logistical challenges with food/medicine collection and delivery 30
Local tensions or anti-social behaviour 30
Issues with social distancing 29
Burden/risk-taking for some individuals 26
Poor community cohesion, social inequality and related effects 22
Tensions with organising activities 22
Stress/ risk with shopping and delivering food 17
Specific digital/ online problems 17
Stress, frustration or mental upset 17
Confidentiality, data protection or financial risks 16
Central or local government failings 13
Not following the government's rules 12
Sustaining support, getting fatigue or losing momentum 11