A new register that brings together a list of personal assistants has been launched.A personal assistant is someone who provides a service for those who are in need of support for everyday living (e.g. personal care, meal preparation, medication and social support).In most cases, they are employed by an individual who may have a direct […]
The Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care System is one of eight areas in England piloting a new survey to measure and help improve integrated care for patients.
The ICB’s Deputy Chief Executive Michelle Arrowsmith went ‘back to the floor’ this week joining the Ashbourne ambulance crew for an eight-hour shift, experiencing life on the frontline.
Our NHS managers have spent “a moment in our shoes” as part of National Inclusion Week.
The event on Tuesday in Chesterfield town centre brought together a wide range of disability charities and support organisations.
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A community Falls Prevention Service which helps people maintain mobility and confidence was showcased to the Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care September Board meeting.
NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday 19 September, starting immediately after our Board meeting.
Angela Pownall is a registered social worker and a former registered nurse who currently helps to coordinate NHS services in the High Peak. Angela also chairs the trustee board for the UK charity Mentell.Angela works with a group of dedicated staff, trustees, and volunteers to provide men with safe and confidential spaces to talk, free […]
GP practices in Derbyshire have praised a support pack that helps them and their patients after a suicide.
The ” suicide postvention support pack” led by Clay Cross GP Dr Sohrab Panday has been used by practice staff after the suicide of a patient.
People with a learning disability are being invited to have their say over the way NHS short breaks services are provided in Derbyshire.
A series of workshops, events and meetings is to take place between 10 September and 29 November.