Healthy Start Scheme and COVID-19

Many families you are supporting may now be able to claim vouchers for the Healthy Start Scheme due to changes in their income as a result of COVID-19. They might not be aware that they can now claim, so as an organisation it would be helpful if you and your team/volunteers could signpost families to the scheme during this difficult time.

It is also important to let families know that during the COVID-19 outbreak their application does NOT need to be signed by a health professional making the application process much easier for those in need.

Click on the link for more information:

Healthy Start and COVID19: Briefing

01202 309 500

Harewood Crescent | Bournemouth | BH7 7BU

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday	8:30am - 6:30pm

Out of Hours	NHS 111

Surgery Email

[email protected]

Self Isolation Note

If you require an Isolation note for your employer please follow this link for a down loadable letter from NHS 111 , a copy of which you can then supply to your employer. Please help your Surgery at this very difficult time with self-help items such as this. Thank you.
https://111.nhs.uk/isolation-note/

EXTENDED HOURS

Monday Evening: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

EMERGENCIES

At any time for EMERGENCIES telephone 999 for an Ambulance

Whatever the day or time, if you or someone else experiences severe chest pain, loss of blood or suspected broken bones, go to your nearest accident and emergency department or call 999.

Domestic Violence and Abuse

We know that for some patients and their families, home may not be a safe place during isolation due to domestic violence and abuse. If you feel unsafe at home or you are worried about a loved one who may be living in fear, please visit this website for further information:

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/

You can also call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0800 2000 247 or

BCHA (Bournemouth) on 01202 547755 or

Your GP. You are not alone