The NHS does not cover certain services. However, it may be that we can provide this service privately. You may be asked to pay a fee for non-NHS work such as:
Healthwise has been designed for individuals who have not had previous access to leisure centres. The referral programme is for a 12 week period, but is not a one to one training service. A payment is required directly to the leisure centre, of £25/month (April 2022). Please click link for details.
Smears are taken by our trained practice nurses. If you are between the age of 25 and 65 and have not had a smear taken within the last three years please book between
days 10 and 18 of your cycle.
NHS Bowel Cancer Screening (Faecal Occult Blood Screening)
The bowel cancer screening test for people aged 60 or over is a kit you use at home. This is used to check for tiny amounts of blood in your poo. It doesn’t diagnose bowel cancer, but it’s a simple way to find out if you need further tests.
All men and women aged 60 to 74 who are registered with a GP in England are automatically sent a bowel cancer screening kit every 2 years.
If you’re 75 or over, you can ask for a kit every 2 years by phoning the free bowel cancer screening helpline on 0800 707 60 60. NHS screening kits are not available for people under 60.
Please note that we only offer certain travel vaccinations (listed below) that are covered by the NHS, but we require a minimum of 4 weeks notice prior to travel in order to provide the vaccination. For provision of alternate vaccinations, you will need to seek travel advice from another service, often available at Pharmacies, to determine which vaccinations you require.
Travel Vaccines available on the NHS
□ Diphtheria, polio and tetanus (combined booster)
The GP is sometimes unable to assist in situations which do not require any medical treatment. However, the GP is able to liaise with our in house social worker to ensure that you get the right help for you.
The GP is able to prescribe a social link worker to you. If you believe you would benefit from the following, please let the GP team know.
Examples of what the GP is able to refer you for is listed below. This list is not exhaustive, therefore you may still be referred for a problem which is not on the list.
Flu Clinic
Our first Flu clinics will start from Saturday12th October 2024, with 2 clinics running from 09:15 – 12:15 and 13:00 – 15:00. Thereafter, there will be catch up clinics during the weekdays (on Tuesdays and Thursdays – but if you really cannot make these days or times then do call the week you are available and we can see if we can fit you in).
What are the latest developments this year?
Previously, we have been providing the flu vaccine in September. However, all NHS organisations have been instructed not to give the Flu vaccine until October. The reasoning behind this is that it is preferable to vaccinate individuals closer to the time when the flu virus is likely to circulate (which typically peaks in December or January), as this will provide optimal protection during the highest risk period.
What is Seasonal Flu?
Seasonal flu occurs every year, usually in the winter. It’s a highly infectious disease caused by a virus. The most likely viruses that will cause flu each year are identified in advance and vaccines are then produced that closely match them. Colds are much less serious and usually start gradually with a stuffy or runny nose and a sore throat. Flu symptoms hit you suddenly and severely. They usually include fever, chills, headaches and aching muscles, and you can often get a cough and sore throat at the same time. Because flu is caused by viruses and not bacteria, antibiotics won’t treat it.
Don’t wait until there is a flu outbreak this winter: contact your GP or practice nurse now to get your seasonal flu jab.
Vaccine Information
This year there are two different vaccinations depending on your age as of 31st March. For those aged 65 and over the recommended vaccine is Fluad. We have ensured that we have sufficient stocks of the immunisations for our patient population therefore there is no need to panic or for you to seek to get your immunisation elsewhere. For patients aged 2 to <65 we have stock of the recommended vaccine, Flucelvax.
Nasal flu vaccinations for children (those aged 2 to 9) will not be released by NHS England until the beginning of September, however, the Flucelvax injection is licensed from the age of 2 years old and can be used instead of the nasal flu vaccination.
Who is Entitled to a Free Vaccination?
Eligibility for the Main Cohort:
o Over 65s
o Pregnant ladies (any time)
o Carers (providing they are coded as a carer)
o Patients with chronic diseases:
o Heart, lung, liver, spleen or kidney problems
o Diabetes
o Stroke
o Neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS) or cerebral palsy
o Lowered immunity due to disease or treatment (such as cancer treatment or steroid treatment) (Flu is inactivated)
o Dialysis
o Asthma (taking regular inhaled or systemic steroids or with previous exacerbations requiring hospital admissions), COPD, Bronchitis
o Those living in long-stay residential care homes
We will be inviting all at risk patients and all patients aged over 65. If you are not eligible on this list, unfortunately we are unable at this point to provide you with a vaccination at the surgery at this point. If you have not received a direct invitation but believe you should be included, then please contact reception. We will inform you of any changes to the guidance.
House Bound patients/Nursing Homes:
The borough Home Visiting Team will be arranging for housebound patients to be vaccinated via a home visit with both COVID Booster and Flu. However, this will not take place until after 1st October. All patients will be contacted directly for this to be arranged.
Nasal Flu Vaccinations
We are hoping to be able to vaccinate children during our flu clinic however we are unable to order stock at this point. We are happy for you to book in now, however, if we are unable to get stock in by this date, we will have to rebook. Therefore, it is best you contact us on the second week of September if you have not received communication from us by then.
Children that are eligible to receive the flu vaccine at the GP practice are:
At risk aged 6 months – 2 years
2-4 years – All children
At risk aged 5 -17 years
Children not at risk and in primary school (Aged 5-12 all children in year 7 will receive the vaccine in school. If you miss this vaccination in school, please contact them directly as we are unable to provide this vaccination)
Secondary school children in years 7, 8 and 9 who will be offered the vaccine in order of school year (starting with the youngest first). This group are likely to be offered vaccination later in the year once children age 2 and 3 and primary school age children have been vaccinated.
Flu Clinic – On the Day
Please read posters and advise us of any problems with you being able to have the vaccine. For more information about the flu season please visit NHSchoices or Stay Well This Winter website.
You will be given a specific time for your appointment. It’s important you adhere to the timings within a 5-minute window to ensure we respect the safety of other patients and staff. If for any reason you are running late, please be warned that we will do our best to accommodate you, however, there may be a waiting period. We would encourage those that wish to wear face masks for your own safety and the safety of other patients to do so.
If you are attending with a member of family and there is a time difference, we are happy for you to come together as a family unit and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Due to the increased safety requirements, we will not be able to answer any questions other than those related to your vaccine. The reception desk will be closed and you will not be able to collect any forms or ask any routine queries about your health.
Please note:
Due to the large numbers of patients, the reception desk will be closed for general queries and you will not be able to collect any forms or ask any routine queries about your health.
Carers
Carepoint Practice works closely with local services to support carers in their valuable role.
If you provide unpaid help or support to a spouse, relative, neighbour or friend, please let a member of the reception team know.
We are able to advise carers on local services that may be able to help with difficult times which will allow you to continue to provide a caring role
Our GPs are experienced in dealing with depression and anxiety and have an interest in more complex mental health
For those on the mental health or dementia register we aim to complete a care plan
We work with the counselling service (IAPT) and have a counsellor on site.
We work closely with the community mental health team and have patients who are under the care of the community psychiatric liaison nurse managed on site.
For those who are at risk of self-harm we reduce medication allowances to keep them safe.
0800 023 4650 For Emergencies – Single Point Access
A fun, flexible and fulfilling service for adults 18 + with learning disabilities, autism, additional needs, and their families.
Based around the Harrow/Pinner area.
They have three main programmes:
1.Live Well – health & wellbeing activities;
2 Hang Out – social opportunities, short trips away & day breaks;
3. Skill Up – life and employment skills. Activities include cooking, art, music, dance, swimming, sailing in the summer, exploring parks, picnics, going to the cinema and are facilitated from their bases and out and about too.
-Facilitate clients on a daily basis, they don’t facilitate drop in sessions.
-Daily price ranges are: A) Medium rate = £101.45; B) High 1-1 rate = £158.10.
Anyone interested in using this service is welcome to contact them and visit their Centre at Pinner Green.
A CQC-registered domiciliary care agency and supported living service.
This service provides home support, floating support and outreach support.
They can help with a range of things including personal care and engaging in activities in the community.
The cost for using this service is: Weekdays = £18.80 per hour; Weekends = £20.80 per
Care Plans
Patients of Carepoint Practice have access to Co-Ordinate My Care (CMC), an online tool to help you create a personalised Care Plan.
A CMC is a plan where you express your personal wishes about your care and who to contact in an emergency, so that the NHS can coordinate care around you. You may want to express your wishes about what care you receive in an emergency and this tool will enable everyone to understand and respect your wishes.
It not only helps us as your GP, but also helps other NHS organisations such as Urgent Care services (A&E / 111 / ambulance services) who would need access to this information if (and only when) you were to access their services.
