1. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

    Advice and Information -

    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  2. What is a Primary Care Network?

    Advice and Information -

    Primary care is changing. You may have heard the term Primary Care Network recently and be unsure what this means. Healthwatch Isle of Wight have created a patient guide to Primary Care Networks to explain what changes this may mean for you.

  3. Advice for people experiencing adolescent to parent violence

    Advice and Information -

    It can be difficult to admit even to yourself that your child's behaviour might be abusive. If you do have concerns the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner have created this resource to help you find the support you need.

  4. The Accessible Information Standard - what you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here's some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  5. Registering with your GP as an Unpaid Carer: A Toolkit

    Advice and Information -

    Do you look after a family member, friend or friend who needs extra help due to an illness, frailty, disability, or mental health issue?
    If the answer is yes, you may be considered an unpaid carer.

    If your GP knows you are a carer they can provide you with support, advice & information.
    You are also entitled to a free flu jab.

    Psease see the toolkit below for information you may find useful as an unpaid carer.

  6. Easter bank holiday pharmacy opening times

    Advice and Information -

    The Easter bank holiday is fast approaching. Please see below for the pharmacy opening times during this period.

  7. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.