Noticeboard

Notice to Close


For the purposes of Staff training this surgery, along with others in the Thurrock area, will be closed on the afternoon of  Tuesday 12th March 2024.  Please note we shall be closed from 12.30pm.
During closure an Emergency Only service will be in operation and you are asked to telephone 01375 480000 where a contact number will be provided.
The surgery will open as normal on Wednesday 13th March 2024


 


COVID AUTUMN BOOSTER


COVID Autumn Booster available from week commencing 18th September.  Please see our COVID-19 page for details of who is eligible and where to get it from.


Prescriptions


Please allow THREE working days for repeat prescriptions to be processed, allow an extra day if your request has been sent after 11.30am.  Please bear this in mind when requesting your prescription, including if requesting via a pharmacy.  Thank you.


Repeat Prescription Form Please complete and return to the surgery via the post box or email us at chafford.prescriptions@nhs.net


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Carers Direct

Are You a Carer?

If you are please let us know - we would like to support you.

If you are agreeable, we will pass your details to the Carers Support Service, which is a countrywide organisation providing relevant information and advice, local support services, newsletter and telephone linkline for carers.

We will also refer you, with your permission, to have your needs assessed by Community Solutions.  A Carers Assessment is a chance to talk about your needs as a carer and the possible ways help could be given.  It can also look at the needs of the person you care for.  This could be done separately or together, depending on the situation.  There is no charge for an assessment.

If you would like us to refer you to the Carers Support Service and/or Community Solutions please complete the form above and indicate your wish in the  field.

There is a wealth of information on the NHS website (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/support-and-benefits-for-carers/) about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.

  • Caring for a parent

    Watch this video on: caring for a parent at home

  • Telling people

    Caring responsibilities can make it difficult to maintain friendships or develop new ones. Telling your friends you're a carer is important so they understand and can support you.

  • Taking a break

    Caring for someone can be a full-time job, but it's essential that you take time out for yourself too. Read our guide to accessing breaks and respite.

  • Housing and carers

    Do you know your tenancy rights as a carer? Are you aware of all your care at home options? Do you need tips on moving someone around the home?

Contact Carers Direct

Telephone
0808 802 0202
Helpline Information
http://www.nhs.uk/carersdirect/carerslives/updates/pages/carersdirecthelpline.aspx
Email
CarersDirect@nhschoices.nhs.uk
Office Hours
Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines.

Carers support groups

Finance and Law

Help claiming benefits, looking after your bank balance and understanding the legal issues of caring.



 
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