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10 HEALTH MATTERS
Healthy response Carers - who are they?
Having read the article on the 'Health The afternoon was very enlight- Louise Tilney, District Nurse at the West Swindon Health Centre writes
Matters' page entitled When were ening for all those present. Anne They are people who look after a ernment's acknowledgement that
you last asked your views on local Naji and her colleague, Sue Webber person or persons requiring help carers provide the bulk of commu-
health services' a group of wives got are planning to interview a variety because of disability, illness, confu- nity care, it is essential that carers
together in Moresby Close during of groups and individuals in West sion or the effects of old age. A carer get the recognition and appropriate
the second week of March for an Swindon during the two year life is a relative, friend or neighbour. help and support to perform their
informal chat with Anne Naji from time of the project. The information A carer doesn't necessarily have various and vital roles.
the Consumer Involvement Project. they receive will enable the Swin- to live with the person they care for Help and advice can be obtained
Many issues relating to healthcare don Health Authority to know what but must have a regular commit- from various outlets. The following
and the projected health needs of services are required. Anyone inter- ment to help in some way. In 1991 it addresses and telephone numbers
thearea werediscussed. Anne made ested in becoming involved in this was estimated that there were 6 mil- may be useful for carers.
a note of everyones' views includ- project should contact either Sue or lion carers in Britain, the majority Social Services, Clarence Street,
ing comments about the current Anne on 420555 ext. 2124 women and 42% over retirement age. Swindon. Tel: 531131
services on offer, requirements for It is vital that this 'hidden army' For information and advice to carers
the future and fears and anxieties of people who do such an essential Health Matters, 47a Fleet Street,
regarding the way the National Volunteers Wanted job receive support in their work. Swindon. Tel: 618558
Health Service is functioning. for work, rest or play on the Statutory services must be aware of Age Concern Thamesdown Corers
Paediatric Unit at Princess carers needs and carers must feel Group, 14 Milton Road, Swindon
The Cambridge Diet Margaret Hospital able to ask for help. Receiving help Tel: 692166
If you enjoy children and have mayallow thecarertocareforlonger
- the nutritious way Community Nursing Service, West
time toofferanythingfromcuddl- without adverse effects on theirown
to lose weight ing fractious babies to amusing health and well being. SwindonHealth Centre, next to Link
Great news! bored teenagers, we would like With the full implementation of Centre Tel: 877233 (9am-5pm) Re-
Four new flavours for you to hear from you. the community care aspects of the ceptionists will put you in contact
with a District Nurse.
to enjoy - Butterscotch, Chocolate Please write to the address pro- NHSandCommunityCareAct 1990,
Mint, Asparagus and Chicken and vided with details of your expe- introduced this April, and the Coy- An alternative is via your GP.
Mushroom - plus we've improved rience, skills or interests that seem
appropriate. Please do not ring.
on all the old favourites. Theatre Preview for Kids at PMH Paediatric Unit
All applicants will be subject
Contact your Counsellor to a police check in the interests The Paediatric Unit at Princess
to try them today Margaret Hospital would like to ad-
of child protection.
Telephone Rebecca Clifforde Address: vertise the 'Saturday Club' where
Hedkh Pk ,- Paediatric Unit, PMH visit prior to their admission.
(Westlea) on 873201 do Sr Juliet Chambers children coming into hospital can
Okus Road, Swindon This monthly venture starts at
lOamin the Outpatient Department
Playroom. Liz Slater, the hospital
Play Specialist, encourages the chil-
dren to settle in by providing games
SKIN CAmE CONSULTANTS NIii) and toys to amuse them. Family David Dance, 8,from Grange Park could
members are welcome to attend with not attend the Saturday Club as hewas
FOR NEw Coivipi'w a child; a nurse is on hand to answer rushed into hospital on 11 March to have
No experience necessary. Full training given. Part/Full time. general questions. his appendix removed. He is pictured
When everyone has arrived, they with his dad Glenn
Excellent package including company car scheme.
are taken on a tour of the hospital, Once in theatre, children can dress
For an Interview, telephone (0793) 825239 especially the areas where children up in surgical gowns and inspect
are likely to be treated. SisterCham- the anaesthetic equipment. Every-
bers, Senior Nurse for Paediatrics one returns to the playroom for a
VISITING CHIROPODIST explained, "Most children are ad- drink and final chat before leaving.
mitted for surgery, so familiarising The whole event takes aboutan hour.
Dianne C Howard both the child and parents helps to Anyone interested in attending
prevent anxiety about their stay." the Saturday Club or wishing to
M.SSCH.,M.B.CH.A The tour takes them along the know more (even those not planning
routes to and from theatre with Liz to be admitted) should ring 426352
Telephone 0793 - 850089 or a nurse explaining and answer- during weekday mornings to speak
ing questions as they go.
to Maxine, the Ward Clerk.
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