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Get to know where to go during the winter months.
Introduction
As we begin to enter the colder months, it’s important to prioritise our health and well-being, to be prepared for the winter bugs and illnesses, and to know where to go for the best advice, treatment and support when we need it for ourselves or our loved ones.
Winter can be a challenging time for people, especially for those most at risk such as elderly, people with long-term conditions and children. It’s also a time when our NHS comes under increased pressure. With flu and Covid still with us - plus a rise in the cost of living - this year it’s more important than ever to help you and your family stay healthy and well, whilst safely enjoying seasonal celebrations such as Halloween and Bonfire night.
To ensure people remain healthy, we are continuing to encourage everyone to understand where to go for advice on minor illnesses from coughs and colds, sore throats and earache, to advice for dealing with head lice and minor burns, and to know the appropriate urgent care services if needed including emergency hotlines.
Rising costs are a challenge for many this winter so we have also included support on how to find the nearest foodbank and who to contact with money worries. It’s also important to remind people who live with a long-term condition that they may be able to save money on prescriptions with a Prescription Prepayment Certificate. This certificate will save people money if they pay for more than three items in three months, or eleven items in twelve months. People on a low-income could be entitled to help with costs or free prescriptions through the low-income scheme, depending on their circumstances.
Finally, winter can be a difficult time for those struggling with mental health, along with those living with loneliness or experiencing social isolation or dealing with a bereavement. With dropping temperatures and shorter days, people may feel they need help and support. We have therefore included additional information and signposting to advice, support, and self-help services.
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It’s time to get prepared for the winter season!
As the leaves begin to fall and the temperatures start to drop, it’s important to prioritise your health and well-being.
During this busy period of seasonal celebrations such as Halloween and Bonfire night, along with the school half-term, is easy to forget the smaller things. But by thinking ahead and re-stocking medicine cabinets, creating a winter first aid kit, and knowing the right places to go for treatments for minor illnesses, people can make sure they are well-prepared for the colder months. And with the handy use of advice via the NHS 111 online or telephone services, you don’t even need to leave the house! Find lots of information over on our dedicated webpage: www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/GTKWTG.
Parents of young children can also find help to stay safe and healthy this winter with our handy online guide that can be downloaded at www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/3-steps-to-keep-healthy. The booklet is packed full of tips and information on how to keep little ones healthy, what to do if they become unwell, and the best place to go for expert advice and help.
The shorter days and colder weather can impact our well-being and for those who may be living with loneliness or experiencing social isolation, such as vulnerable or elderly people, or people dealing with a bereavement, darker days can lead to you feeling that you may need additional help and support. It’s important to look after yourself and others – and remember that support is available to those how who may need it.
Finally, with many facing the challenge of rising costs this winter, people are also reminded of where to go if they need support with accessing a foodbank, along with financial advice. It’s also important to remember that people who live with a long-term condition may be able to save money on prescriptions. If you are on a low income or pay for more than three prescription items in three months, or eleven items in twelve months, you could save money on your prescriptions with a Prescription Prepayment Certificate. People on a low income could be entitled to help with costs or free prescriptions through the low-income scheme, depending on your circumstances. Check your eligibility at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check or find out more at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc.
Remember:
Your local pharmacy can offer advice and treatment for lots of minor illnesses and ailments - without the need for an appointment!
Dental support can be accessed via the Greater Manchester dental helpline (0333 332 3800), available from 8am to 10pm every day, including weekends and bank holidays for those who need help urgently when their practice is closed, or do not have a regular dentist.
Greater Manchester’s Urgent Eye Care Service can provide assessments and treatment quickly if a sudden change in vision, red or painful eyes or new flashes or floaters are seen. This is a free NHS service, made up of local optician teams. Available to anyone registered with a Greater Manchester GP. To find out more, visit www.primaryeyecare.co.uk
Foodbanks - There are lots of foodbanks across Greater Manchester. Many of these services offer more than just food, some may offer support around mental health and wellbeing, food parcels, financial advice and support, community ran groups and much more. For support in your local area, visit www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/helping-hand/food.
Mental health crisis support - Free, 24/7 mental health crisis support is available across Greater Manchester. If you feel you need mental health support, please contact one of these 24/7 helplines - they’re available to anyone of any age:
- For Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford and Wigan residents, call 0800 953 0285
Bereavement support - If you have been bereaved and need support or advice, call the Greater Manchester Bereavement Service on 0161 983 0902 or visit www.greater-manchester-bereavement-service.org.uk. This service is available for anyone living or working in Greater Manchester who has been bereaved or affected by a death by whatever cause, no matter how long ago.
Loneliness and social isolation support (Chatty Cafes) - The Chatty Café Scheme is a non-profit organisation tackling loneliness and offers three services designed to reduce loneliness and/or social isolation. They include face to face meet ups at venues offering ‘Chatter and Natter’ tables where customers can get together and have a chat, virtual sessions, and a telephone service. For more information or to find your local Chatty Café visit www.thechattycafescheme.co.uk.
As always the first port of call for non-emergency health needs should be NHS 111 Online or call 111.