Jan/Feb - Piddle Valley Community Website
Jan/Feb - Piddle Valley Community Website
Jan/Feb - Piddle Valley Community Website
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News from Puddletown Surgery <strong>Jan</strong> / <strong>Feb</strong> issue 2013<br />
Once again I am writing to keep you up to date with events at Puddletown Surgery<br />
and impart important health messages. If there are any other matters you would<br />
like us to address, please let us know by ringing to speak to Carol Taylor, Practice<br />
Manager, on 01305 848333 or e-mailing carol.taylor@gp-j81616.nhs.uk.<br />
Minor Injuries If you are unlucky enough to have an accident of any sort it's<br />
always a good idea to phone us here at surgery. The Doctors and Nurses are<br />
happy to assess injuries and give advice. We can treat most minor trauma, including<br />
wounds which require stitching, saving you a trip to Casualty, and perhaps a<br />
long wait. We are also happy to assess and see if you need an x-ray if you think<br />
you may have broken something. During our opening hours, a doctor is always<br />
available. Speak to our receptionists, and they will be pleased to help.<br />
Are You a Carer? If you spend a significant proportion of your life providing<br />
unpaid support to a member of your family or friend or you care for the physical,<br />
mental or social needs of a relative, partner or friend who is ill, frail or disabled or<br />
has mental health or substance misuse problems, You are a CARER. We have a<br />
register of patients who are also CARERS so registering with us as a CARER<br />
means that we can offer you:<br />
• Flexible access to your GP and nursing team<br />
• Access to someone to talk to – a “listening ear”<br />
• Access to local support groups and local CARER events<br />
• Access to respite care and help in taking short breaks<br />
• Benefit advice<br />
• Equipment and adaptation to housing<br />
• Free Fire Risk Assessment by Dorset Fire and Rescue<br />
• Training in • Principles of CARE (nutrition, skin care, giving medication)<br />
• Managing incontinence<br />
• Looking after your back and preventing falls<br />
• First Aid<br />
• Stress management<br />
• Memory loss in older people<br />
Tell the receptionist that you are a CARER - we will send out to you a pack of<br />
information to help get you started on enjoying benefits you are entitled to.<br />
Surgery and Dispensary Opening Times<br />
Monday to Friday 8.30 – 6.30 and Saturday 8.30 – 11.00<br />
Carol Taylor<br />
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