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Secure patient transport service to change policies following inadequate rating

A patient transport service for mental health patients in North Somerset has said they are making changes to how they record journeys – following an inadequate rating from the Quality Care Commission.

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Hand held device to zp headaches could soon be available in North Somerset

Pioneering technology to zap away excruciating headaches is to receive NHS England funding and could be prescribed to North Somerset patients soon.

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Passport to help vulnerable cope with hospital visits

Carers who assist people with learning disabilities are asked to help make sure their ‘Healthcare Passports’ are up-to-date for any hospital visits during the health pandemic.

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Jackie Eastmond

Jackie is a office support volunteer who started in May 2019. She supports the staff in the office with a variety of duties two mornings a week,

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Mental health service 'gaps'? - tell us your views

The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in many mental health support services being suspended or becoming 'self-service' online. We want to help you find the support you need and hear your experiences of online and telephone services.

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Call Healthwatch to get support from NHS Responders

If you are at home self-isolating and need a support lifeline you can now call our team to find the right type of help from the new army of NHS Responders.

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Terry's volunteer story

"I am not an expert on health matters. However, being able to contribute in oiling the wheels of the information flow and sharing of ideas is fantastic." Read Terry's volunteer story.

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Golden times for Golden Wedding Anniversary

Our North Somerset volunteer Patricia and husband Garry celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary lockdown style with dinner for two – delivered to the front door.

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Call for Foster Carers

There is a call for temporary foster carers across North Somerset during the Coronavirus pandemic

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Interactive Map of local community services

Take a look at this amazing list created by ‘Bristol Independent Businesses’ – it brings together community resources, Mutal Aid Groups and food delivery services that are available across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

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Coronavirus and mental health

In light of the Coronavirus situation, North Somerset Wellbeing Service has re-designed the Service offer for the next three to six months.

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Self Report App for COVID 19

Use this Self-Report App to help Kings College London scientists understand Covid-19

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