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We can provide you with invaluable support, advice and information.
A helpful starting point to getting the support you need as a carer is to let your GP know. There are also many services that can support you to look after your own health including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, continence advisers and dietitians which we can direct you to.
This section provides some more details about the type of support we can offer.
Tell your GP that you have caring responsibilities as soon as possible. We can then record this on your medical records.
If we know you are a carer and likely to be under pressure at times, we will be able to offer more tailored advice and, if necessary, provide more support when they diagnose and treat you in the future. GPs in England are being urged to adopt new measures dedicated to ensuring young carers are offered flu vaccinations, regular health check ups and mental health screening routinely. We hope this initiative will also be extended more widely in the UK and to adult carers. Ask us for more information.
If you’re a carer, your GP could help
Life can become very hectic especially if you have lots of caring responsibilities, but it’s important not to neglect your own health needs. Attending appointments, check-ups and screenings is vital for yourself as well as any loved ones.
If you have not seen your GP for some time, why not arrange a health check? This is likely to involve checking your blood pressure, weight and urine as well as a general discussion about your health. Your pharmacist can also help.
If you are a care leaver and do pay for your prescriptions, you can get a yearly certificate for free prescriptions if:
For more information please visit https://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/201108/care_leavers/2170/your_health_and_wellbeing/2
Carers sometimes carry on regardless through coughs, flu, stomach upsets and worse; but don’t put off seeing your doctor if you feel faint or dizzy or have unexplained or prolonged pains. Seeing your doctor can lead to the problem being dealt with more quickly and effectively. Even with minor illnesses, try and take some time to rest. Your body will have a better chance of making a quick recovery and you will have less chance of the illness lingering on.
Your primary care team is much more than just your GP. Below are just some of those who are involved in primary care:
Their role does differ from practice to practice, but they are often involved in routine health checks and nursing care. It might be useful to talk to the practice nurse if you have any concerns or would like more information about a certain aspect of your health.
District nurses provide support to individuals and carers in their own homes. They are normally based in GP surgeries and your surgery or GP can provide more advice on accessing their support and assistance. Your district nurse may be able to help by:
Health visitors provide support to people of all ages. Your health visitor may be able help you as a carer by:
Please visit the following link to access help for carers hosted by Oldham Council.
http://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/200244/caring_for_someone/508/oldham_carers_services
If you are a carer, please inform a member of staff or email the practice and we will put you on our register. This may enable you to access additional services such as early access to a Flu jab.
We are also hoping to join a pilot for the ‘jointly’ app via our PCN shortly. Jointly makes caring easier, less stressful and more organised by making communication and coordination between those who share the care as easy as a text message. Jointly (although not endorsed by the practice) is available currently as a paid for app.