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Support for carers – vital sources of support and information for unpaid carers
Many people have become carers for older, disabled or seriously ill friends and relatives as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, and are juggling new...
COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and...
NHS 111: How do I book a timeslot at A&E?
You can now book a slot at your local A&E if you need to by calling NHS 111. Find out what is changing and what it means for you and your loved...
Don't Disappear - video to raise awareness of coercive control
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) have launched a video 'Don't Disappear' to raise awareness of relationship abuse. Victims First supports victims and witnesses of crime across the Thames Valley and is managed by the OPCC. 'Don't Disappear' tells the story of Jamie and Emma;...
Self Care Week 2019
Self Care Week is an annual national awareness week that focuses on providing support for self care across communities and families, this year it runs from the 18 to 24th November 2019. This year East Berkshire Clinical Commissioning Group are focusing on 5 key areas: Blood Pressure Hydration Flu...
Parenting Special Children - Community Parent/Carer Support Group
Thursday, 19 Sep; 17 Oct; 14 Nov; 12 Dec; 9 Jan; 6 Feb 2020 12.30 to 2.30pm at The New Great Hollands Community Centre A support group for family members who have children/young people with additional needs living within the Postcodes of RG12. A safe and supportive space for sharing experiences and...
National survey shows most people experience good urgent and emergency care, but lengthy waiting times remain a problem
Findings from a survey of more than 50,000 people who received urgent and emergency care from services provided by 132 NHS trusts across England show that the majority are positive about most aspects of their care and treatment. However, a significant number continue to report long waits,...
Visiting someone in a care home
For anyone living in a care home, it's important to be able to welcome a partner, relative or friend, just as they did before they started lived there. The Care Quality Commission have updated their information about visiting people to highlight consumer rights. These help make sure people are...
Blood Pressure – What is normal?
Your “ideal” Blood Pressure (BP) is below 120/80. Doctors in the UK try to treat all patients to achieve a Blood Pressure under 140/90 And they treat patients with Diabetes to achieve a Blood Pressure of 130/80 or less. Newsflash: It may be better to take your BP tablets at night. Dr M Kittel. GP...
Young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) get to share their ideas about how they would like to be involved in decision making and shaping future services
Local young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) came together, supported through their schools to attend a local event planned by Young Event Makers, who are local young people that are really passionate about helping other young people from schools really grasp the idea...
Friends Against Scams third anniversary
This week Friends Against Scams is celebrating their third anniversary! Celebrate with them and join the army of over 280,000 Friends and complete the online awareness session today !
NICE quick guide assessment and diagnosis of autism: what to expect
NICE new quick guide 'Assessment and diagnosis of autism: what to expect' is based on NICE 'Autism spectrum disorder in under 19s' guideline. More than 1 in 100 people are autistic. This affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths but also some challenges that can impact on how...
Free vaccinations for children on the NHS
New service for 0-19 year olds, it's never too late to catch up with your immunisations. Berkshire now has a new Immunisation Nurse service. The nurse can support you to access immunisations that have been missed and are still needed according to your child's age. Please contact the Berkshire...
Everyone Deserves Good Care
Your local Safeguarding Adults Board wants you to know what to expect from GOOD care – whether it's from a care home or from someone coming into your home.
Acas Menopause at Work guidance
Around two million women have difficulties at work due to their menopause symptoms and it's estimated that one in 20 could go through an early menopause. Acas new advice includes tips for workers on how to raise the issue and good practice guidance for employers to help offer support and better...
Parks and Countryside events
Bracknell Forest parks and countryside run a variety of events throughout the winter months. Please visit their website to find out more.
Guilt and dementia: How to manage guilty feelings as a carer
If you're caring for someone who is living with dementia, it's common to feel guilty. You might be feeling like you're not doing a good job, or that you need to take a break. Many carers have told the Alzheimer's Society they feel the same - but there are steps you can take to manage guilt. Find...
Don't get caught out by penalty charges
Find out if you're entitled to free NHS prescriptions, NHS dental treatment and help with other NHS costs using the eligibility checker . It usually takes 3 minutes to check.
Make your home more dementia friendly
The Alzheimer's Society have 10 top tips to make your home more dementia friendly . Their advice may help people who are affected by the condition to feel safer in their homes and remain independent for longer.
Growing pressures on access and staffing risk creating ‘perfect storm’ for people using mental health and learning disability services
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust run Campion Ward at Prospect Park Hospital in Reading. In October 2018 this ward received a rating of outstanding. Read more about this inspection . CQC Press release The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) annual assessment of the state of health and social...
Free Call Blocking Units
Edit 25 October, these have now run out. "The team had an unprecedented response to the project and all units have now been applied for. This has highlighted the growing problem of scam and nuisance calls, and the vital need for these call blocking units. The units went much faster than anticipated...
State of Care
State of Care is the Care Quality Commission annual assessment of health care and social care in England. The report looks at the trends, shares examples of good and outstanding care, and highlights where care needs to improve.
Scores of residents provide valuable feedback on latest plans for a community health centre for the people of Ascot
Recently NHS East Berkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and a project team held a meeting to provided an opportunity for attendees to look at the latest plans being proposed for a state-of-the-art health centre to be built within the grounds of Ben at Lynwood, Rise Road, Sunningdale. Read...
Carers’ Social+
The local libraries are providing regular coffee sessions for carers at almost all local libraries across Bracknell Forest. The cost is 50p per person and includes tea, coffee and cake. The person you care for is also welcome to attend. These sessions will give carers the chance to be looked after...
Dementia Adviser Newsletter
Service User Engagement volunteer opportunity
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are seeking to recruit volunteers who may have experience of receiving care through Berkshire Healthcare either as a service user or as a carer or have an interest/training in 'customer' engagement/research psychology. A project is underway to commission a...
Stoptober - Helping you split up with smoking
Breaking up is never easy but remember, it's not you, it's them! Join in with the thousands of others dumping smoking for this October. Public Health England have a range of free tools to help support you to stay strong. There's something for everyone, so what's stopping you?
