We will soon have a new telephone system which will be much improved on the current one.  Full details regarding launch date to follow soon.  Information now is so you are aware there will be a change of number.  Planned date of upgrade within the next few weeks.

May Measurement Month

Health and care services across Frimley Health and Care are raising awareness about the importance of knowing your numbers and regularly checking your blood pressure.

Helping people to tackle the hidden danger of high blood pressure is part of Frimley Health and Care’s ‘Living Well’ ambition, which is a programme aimed at supporting all people to have the opportunity to live healthier lives, no matter where they live or what their circumstances are. The ambition is for everyone to have more years of healthy life, with more opportunities in education, work, accommodation, with healthier lifestyle choices and increased wellbeing.

Know Your Numbers! This #MayMeasurementMonth, we’re asking do you regularly check your blood pressure? Frequent checks can help you spot high blood pressure, or a rise, so that you can take action. High blood pressure can be addressed through simple lifestyle changes and by seeking support of a healthcare professional. Find out more now: https://www.frimleyhealthandcare.org.uk/bloodpressure

2 Videos of Dr Nanda short video (why it’s important to check your blood pressure)

Week of the 9 – 15 May is Mental Health Awareness week.  The following links may help.

MIND

Our webpages

Mental Health Foundation

This new service designed to direct you to the most appropriate service launched in November 2021.  All appropriate minor illnesses will be referred to the community pharmacy in line with our practice policy and we will confirm this if you call us to arrange an appointment and it is relevant to be referred to the community pharmacy.  This is the LINK to our specific webpage for more information.  This service aims to quicken access to support you.

Please use www.111.nhs.uk/ if you have an urgent medical problem and your GP practice is closed. You will be supported to access the most appropriate healthcare for your needs. If you call NHS 111, please be patient.

A short video for those arriving to the UK and needing to access healthcare

The video link below may help to explain how to access healthcare.  The link GUIDE links to a useful written guide for Ukranians arriving into the UK.

IAPT therapy for the Deaf Community  

SignHealth has been awarded a national contract to deliver Talking Therapies for Deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL). This NHS contract provides NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) through referrals so that Deaf people anywhere in England can access support. Deaf patients can still choose to access their local IAPT service with a BSL interpreter if they wish to do so.  Our local service is offered through TalkPlus.

Mental health support is now easily accessible via the standard GP referral route or directly with SignHealth at signhealth.org.uk/therapy.   

Aldershot Safe Haven moving to temporary premises in February

The Safe Haven in Aldershot will be based at new temporary premises from Monday, 21 February 2022, ahead of plans to move to a permanent site in the town later in the year.

The existing Safe Haven at 121-123 Victoria Road, Aldershot, will continue to see people in person and virtually until 11pm on Sunday, 20 February. After that date, the Safe Haven will be based at 8 Andover Way, Aldershot, GU11 3RJ, and ready to support people from 6pm on Monday, 21 February.  The full story is here: https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/news-and-events/aldershot-safe-haven-moving-temporary-premises-february

The opening hours for the temporary Safe Haven will 6pm-11pm Monday to Friday and 12.30pm-11pm on weekends and bank holidays. People will be able to continue to receive help both in person and virtually.

News of the temporary move was communicated to people who use services, partners and stakeholders in December 2021 and comes ahead of a planned move to a permanent site at Walpole House, Pickford Street, Aldershot. This is expected to take place in Summer 2022. For more information, visit: www.sabp.nhs.uk/safehaven for more information.Safe Haven Aldershot move to Andover Way vs2
Aldershot Safe Haven_New Address Poster
Aldershot Safe Haven move – Q&A