Farley Road Medical Practice

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Carers Week will take place from 8–14 June 2026, and this year’s theme is Building Carer Friendly Communities💙Across the...
10/06/2026

Carers Week will take place from 8–14 June 2026, and this year’s theme is Building Carer Friendly Communities💙

Across the UK, thousands of individuals and organisations will come together to help ensure unpaid carers are better understood, recognised and supported in everyday life 🙌

From schools and universities to workplaces, health and social care services, businesses and community groups, we all have a role to play in making our communities more carer friendly 🌍

Even small changes can make a big difference to carers’ daily lives and future opportunities 💫

Let’s work together to create real, lasting change and support those who care for others every day 💙

Find out how you can get involved:
Carers Week 2026: www.carersweek.org

A carer is anyone who looks after a family member or friend who has a disability, mental or physical illness, addiction,...
09/06/2026

A carer is anyone who looks after a family member or friend who has a disability, mental or physical illness, addiction, or who needs extra help as they grow older. Many people feel that caring is very important and rewarding, but it can be difficult, isolating and financially demanding, and often has a huge impact on the carer’s own work and personal life. Caring without the right information and support can be tough.

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. It also helps people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support. Carers Week 2026 calls on individuals and organisations to help to build carer-friendly communities.

You can find resources and help to understand more about caring and contribute to a carer-friendly society at https://www.carersweek.org/building-carer-friendly-communities/.

08/06/2026

Looking to make healthier choices but not sure where to start? The NHS has you covered 💙

The NHS Healthy Living website is packed with trusted advice, tools and support to help you take control of your health and wellbeing. From eating a balanced diet and maintaining a healthy weight, to getting active, improving sleep and boosting your mental wellbeing, everything is in one place 👍

It’s all about making small, simple changes that can make a big difference over time. Whether you want to move more, eat better, drink less alcohol or quit smoking, there’s guidance and support to help you every step of the way 💪

You’ll also find helpful tools like fitness apps, weight loss plans and mental wellbeing support to keep you motivated and on track 📱

Start your journey to better health today 🌱

Explore here:
NHS Healthy Living: https://healthyliving.nhs.uk

☀️ Farley Road Medical Practice: Summer 2026 Newsletter Highlights! ☀️Catch up on the latest news and community updates ...
06/06/2026

☀️ Farley Road Medical Practice: Summer 2026 Newsletter Highlights! ☀️

Catch up on the latest news and community updates from our practice:

👋 Staff News: A warm welcome to Kirstie (admin) and Marta (HCA) to the team! We also say a huge thank you and farewell to Shelly as she moves on to pastures new.

🗣️ Get Involved: Our Patient Participation Group (PPG) has 2 vacancies on the Executive Committee. If you want to help shape local services, email [email protected] to learn more!

🗓️ Key Dates & Awareness Weeks (8–14 June): It’s a busy week ahead! We are supporting Bike Week, Carers Week (reach out to Carers First Croydon on 0300 303 1555 for unpaid carer support), and Diabetes Week (tackling diabetes stigma).

🏃‍♂️ Men's Wellbeing: Team Lloyd Park hosts a free weekly "walk and talk" group for men every Thursday at 6:30pm outside the Lloyd Park Cafe.

📱 NHS App: Skip the phone queues by downloading the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions and view your records.

💻 Read the full newsletter below

05/06/2026

Worried about how much screen time is too much for your child? You’re not alone 💙

New UK guidance helps parents and carers build healthy screen habits for children under 5 in a simple, realistic way 👍

For younger children:
• Under 2s – avoid screen time where possible, except for shared activities like video calls or looking at photos together
• Ages 2–5 – aim for no more than 1 hour a day, and less if possible ⏱️

It’s not just about time, but how screens are used. Choosing slow-paced, age-appropriate content and watching together can support learning and development 📺

Too much screen time can take away from the things that matter most at this age, like sleep, play, and time spent talking with parents and carers 🧸

Try setting simple boundaries like no screens at mealtimes or before bed, and swap screen time for activities like reading, playing, or chatting together 📚

Find out more:
Screen time guidance for under 5s: https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/screen-time-under-5s/

Each year in the UK, over 4,000 babies are stillborn or die within the first four weeks of life.SANDS was founded in 197...
04/06/2026

Each year in the UK, over 4,000 babies are stillborn or die within the first four weeks of life.

SANDS was founded in 1978 by bereaved parents who had experienced a lack of support after the loss of a baby, and it has grown into a leading UK charity. It provides vital services, such as a free national helpline, local support groups, and online resources for anyone affected by baby loss. It also advocates for improved maternity care and works closely with healthcare professionals to improve training and support best practices.

SANDS Awareness Month provides a dedicated time for national conversation, remembrance, and action, helping to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

There are lots of ways to get involved:
- Take part in fundraising events such as sponsored activities or community gatherings
- Share stories and resources on social media to help break the silence and spread awareness-
- Wear the SANDS Awareness ribbon or other merchandise to show your support
- Attend remembrance services to honour babies who have died and support grieving families
- Donate to SANDS to help fund research, support services, and educational programmes
- Use these hashtags to help share the message on social media:

Find out more about SANDS and what you can do to support the cause at https://www.sands.org.uk.

Pride Month is a celebration that recognises the LGBTQ+ community, the challenges they face, and their contributions to ...
03/06/2026

Pride Month is a celebration that recognises the LGBTQ+ community, the challenges they face, and their contributions to society. Everyone is asked to stand in solidarity with their fight for equality, acceptance, and human rights. Pride Month is a joyful and colourful display of love, unity, and resilience, with events and activities that promote inclusivity, educate the public, and celebrate the diversity of sexual orientations and gender identities.

You can find out more about Pride and its history, and see a full, searchable calendar of global Pride events at https://www.iglta.org/events/pride-calendar/

03/06/2026

Think that insect bite might be infected? Your pharmacy should be your first stop 🦟

With the NHS Pharmacy First service, you can get expert advice and treatment for infected insect bites without waiting for a GP appointment 💊

Pharmacists can assess your bite and recommend the best treatment to help it heal quickly and safely 👍

Watch out for signs of infection like increasing redness, swelling, pain, or if the bite is getting worse after a couple of days 🚨

This service is available for adults and children aged 1 and over, making it quick and easy to access care when you need it 👨‍⚕️

Search: Pharmacy First infected insect bites 🔍

📅 Helping Improve Appointment AvailabilityIn May 2026, there were 76 appointments that were not attended at the practice...
02/06/2026

📅 Helping Improve Appointment Availability

In May 2026, there were 76 appointments that were not attended at the practice:

🔹 36 GP appointments
🔹 40 Nurse appointments

If you are unable to attend your appointment, please let the practice know as soon as possible. This allows the appointment to be offered to another patient who may need it.

📞 Call the practice
📱 Reply to your appointment reminder
💻 Use the NHS App

Thank you to everyone who cancels appointments they no longer need. Your support helps improve appointment availability for all patients.

💜 Do you look after a family member, friend or neighbour? You might be a carer.Join Croydon's Free Carers Information Ev...
01/06/2026

💜 Do you look after a family member, friend or neighbour? You might be a carer.

Join Croydon's Free Carers Information Event and find out what support, advice and services are available to help you in your caring role.

✔ Information and guidance
✔ Support for carers
✔ Meet local organisations
✔ Ask questions in a friendly, relaxed environment

📅 9 June 2026
⏰ 10am–3pm
📍 Braithwaite Hall, Croydon

Please share with anyone who may benefit from attending.

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53 Farley Road
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Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
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