Learning Disabilities
The practice offers an annual assessment for all patients with Learning Disabilities which is supported by the practice Doctors and Nurses. At this appointment you can ask any questions about your health and your GP can refer you to a specialist if it is needed. You will be able to have an influenza vaccination to help keep you safe this winter and other checks that my be due such as a smear test. A general health check will be done to make sure you are getting the best treatment and our nurses can give you easy read leaflets to help you understand the tests that you may need. Your carer can also get support from our team too. You will leave with a Health Action Plan that you can follow to help with your health.
Please ensure you attend the surgery for your health check when you are invited.
CHURCHVIEW SURGERY RATED GOLD!
We have recently had a Learning Disability Health Assessment Audit carried out at our surgery to evaluate how well we do with our Health Assessments. You will be pleased to know, we are at the highest level which is GOLD for the second year running. This means we are supporting patients with learning disabilities to the best of our ability. To view the full report click the link below:
Churchview health Check Audit 2023
ChurchView Surgery Learning disability rating GOLD
Click on the links below to find out more about any tests you may need:
Your Annual Health Check – AHC Easy Read Guide Final.pdf (mencap.org.uk)
For All – BowelScreening https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/806904/BCSP_FIT_easy_read_final.pdf
For Men – Check Your Testicles How to check your balls (testicles) COLOUR_Layout 1.indd (macmillan.org.uk)
For Women – Cervical Cytology (Smear Test) CSP05_an_easy_guide_to_cervical_screening.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk)
Further support is available at Mencap Learning Disability Helpline | Mencap
