The Barcellos Family Practice

08/09/2026

Join our community partners at Moors Manor Care Home - Barchester Healthcare for their upcoming Sing and Breathe Respiratory Wellbeing Event!

Whether you are living with asthma, COPD, or another breathing condition—or you are supporting a loved one as a family member or carer—this afternoon is designed to support your health and wellbeing in a warm, welcoming setting.

Event Highlights:

✅Practical breathing techniques and expert advice from a special guest speaker
✅Gentle, mood-boosting singing activities
✅Refreshments and a relaxed space to connect with others

Event Details:

📅When: Tuesday, September 15th | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
📍Where: Moors Manor Care Home, 243 Ringwood Road, St Leonards, BH24 2DW
☎ Contact: 01202 863 610

Come along, take a deep breath, and connect with your local community. They look forward to seeing you there!

08/09/2026

Routine screening appointments remain the best way to prevent cervical cancer; at-home self-testing is designed as an extra choice to help overdue patients access screening in a way that suits them.
Please don't contact us; learn more on the PCN website:
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https://cranevalleypcn.org/hpv-self-testing-kits

05/09/2026

ART4dementia offers a welcoming space for anyone living with memory loss or dementia to enjoy painting, connecting with others, and having fun in a supportive setting.

Please feel free to share this with anyone in the local community who might benefit!

Looking for a calm, friendly, and creative afternoon out? 🎨✨

ART4dementia offers a welcoming space for anyone living with memory loss or dementia to enjoy painting, connect with others, and have fun in a supportive setting. Carers are warmly welcomed to join in and share the experience!

🔶Rediscover creative expression in a calm, therapeutic environment
🔶Enjoy a relaxed, stress-free space designed to support emotional wellbeing
🔶Meet local community members and fellow carers sharing similar journeys

No previous art experience is needed—whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or rediscovering an old hobby, everyone is supported every step of the way.

Session Details:

📅3rd Wednesday of every month | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
📍The Guide Hall, 24 Ashurst Road, West Moors, BH22 0LS
💷 £5 per session (covers all materials and refreshments)

What to bring: Just yourself! All art supplies are fully provided.

Spaces are available, and they’d love to welcome new faces!

Get in touch with Lynne Morris to book or ask questions:
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Phone: 07485 294 507
or
Email: [email protected]

Please feel free to share this with anyone in the local community who might benefit! 💛

25/08/2026

Looking for information about NHS dental services in Dorset? 🦷
We know that accessing dental care can sometimes be confusing, so we wanted to share this helpful resource from NHS Dorset, which includes advice on:
• Finding an NHS dentist
• Urgent dental care and who to contact
• Dental costs and support available
• Services for children and patients with additional needs
If you have an urgent dental problem and cannot access a dentist, NHS 111 can help direct you to urgent dental care services.
Find out more on the NHS Dorset website here:
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https://nhsdorset.nhs.uk/health/dental/

21/08/2026

😎Bank Holiday ahead!🏖️
A reminder to patients that our surgery will be closed on Monday, 31st August, for the Summer Bank Holiday. ☀️

Don't get caught out! We want to make sure you have everything you need to stay healthy and enjoy the break.

💊 Please check your medication today! If you are due a repeat prescription over the bank holiday or shortly after, please submit your request to us as soon as possible. The quickest way to do this is online. Find out more here:

https://www.barcellosfamilypractice.co.uk/prescriptions

21/08/2026

With the NHS App or your hospital patient portal, you can now check results, view letters & manage your appointments 📱

Local hospitals are rolling out digital tools at different stages, so services may vary.

But, you’ll still get faster access & clearer information if you go digital and keep your notifications on 🔔

Find out more: https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/digital/portals/

20/08/2026

Ready to start your little one on solid foods? Check out the details of this 3-session course in the post below.
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🥦 Introducing Babies to First Foods 👶

Ready to start your little one on solid foods? If your baby is between 3–7 months old, join Ferndown Community Support feat Ferndown Community Larder and bank's supportive 3-session course designed to guide you through every step of exploring first foods with confidence!

Course Details:

🗓️ Starts: September 17th

⏰ Time: 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM

📍 Location: St Mary's Church, Church Road, Ferndown

Spaces are limited—use the link below to learn more, including how to book:
https://ferndowncommunitysupport.org.uk/introducing-babies-to-first-foods-a-free-3-session-course/

18/08/2026

Use the summer holidays to get your health check done.
If you are 14 or older and have a learning disability, come and see us for your health check this summer.
You, or someone who supports you, can call us on 01202 897989 or 01202 874302 to ask about booking a health check.
Don’t worry if you’ve not had one before, or are still awaiting a learning disability diagnosis. You can still access a health check.
Look after your health and how you feel this summer.

If you're aged 14 and over and have a learning disability, the summer holidays are a great time to have your annual health check with your GP🥼

It's a free check-up to help you stay healthy and get the right support as you grow 💙

Ask your GP surgery to book yours today!

09/08/2026

🌒 On 12 August, a partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK. Ordinary sunglasses - no matter how dark - allow harmful solar radiation to reach the retina and should not be used to view an eclipse.

A reminder from the UK Health Security Agency: If you want to use eclipse glasses make sure they are genuine with specially designed filters that meet the international safety standard. 😎

🔗: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/07/23/how-to-watch-the-solar-eclipse-safely-this-summer/

05/08/2026

🔥 Smoke detectors save lives—and your local fire service is here to help!

DWFireRescue offers FREE Home Fire Safety Visits (also known as Safe & Well visits) to keep you and your loved ones safe at home.

During a visit, they can install FREE smoke detectors and share essential advice on:
⚡ Electrical safety
🍳 Safe cooking
🚪 Creating an escape plan
👶 Keeping children safe from fire
🌙 Bedtime safety routines

Head over to the Community SWITCH website to learn more about requesting a Safe & Well visit, explore local services, and find extra support to help you live well and stay safe! 👇

🔗 https://communityswitch.org/dorset-and-wiltshire-fire-and-rescue-safe-and-well-visits/