Patient Advice

Bereavement Advice

National Bereavement Service

Every bereavement is different and there are different processes dependent on your circumstances.

Telephone: 0800 0246 121

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Carers Advice

Do You Care? We do!

Carer Assessment and Support Workers

Working together to support Carers through Primary Care

Do you need:

  • A listening ear?
  • Information?
  • Support?
  • Reassurance?
  • A break from your caring role?
  • Advice?
  • To meet other carers?
  • To explore your options?

Why it’s important to let your GP know?

  • It will be recorded in your notes – important in case you become unwell – helps protect the person(s) you look after. if you look after someone you are at a higher risk of becoming ill yourself
  • Provides a gateway to information and support including respite
  • You should be offered a flu jab
  • You may be offered a regular health check
  • You may be offered more flexible appointments and home visits
  • Help you get advice on treatment for the person you look after
  • Recognition as an expert partner in care and vital link between the person you look after and health professionals

Depression

Rethink

Rethink provide expert, accredited advice and information to everyone affected by mental health problems.

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 0300 5000 927

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Smoking Advice

NHS Smoke free: Mobile App

The Smoke free app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smoke free for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.

Download from: play.google.com

Download from: itunes.apple.com

Weight Management

Slimming World

You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight.

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