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New COVID-19 tier restrictions for Dorset, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Mental health services open 24/7 during Christmas and new year
Dorset’s Access Mental Health services will be open to provide support during Christmas and new year for people who are anxious, struggling to cope or feel they are heading towards a crisis.
NHS in Dorset starts biggest ever NHS vaccination programme this week
Dorset and BCP Councils move to tier 2
BCP Council and Dorset Council are now in tier 2 after the national lockdown ended on 2 December.
Carers Rights Day 2020 – Know Your Rights
Ahead of Carers Rights Day on 26 November, local councils, NHS services and other health and care organisations who deliver integrated care across the county, are working in partnership to recognise, support and value local unpaid carers of all ages.
Film clips showcase how to bond with your newborn baby
Baby massage has long been advised by experts as a way for parents to calm, and bond with, their newborn child. And a new series of videos put together by Dorset HealthCare’s Perinatal Service provides simple, practical tips on how to do it.
Lockdown support for foster families and vulnerable care leavers
Foster parents worried about the physical or emotional wellbeing of children in their care can still access support during lockdown.
Frontline health and social care staff awarded with ‘Purbeck Petals’
Health, social care and therapy teams across the Isle of Purbeck have been presented with a ‘Purbeck Petal’ by the local community.
Visiting hospitals and inpatient units – updated guidance
In line with new Government restrictions to limit the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), from Thursday, 5 November, we are no longer allowing visitors into our hospitals and inpatient units expect for certain circumstances
Experienced cleaners required for Dorset’s community hospitals
The county’s community hospitals are calling for experienced cleaners to support our existing teams and help make a difference during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.
New national COVID-19 restrictions
Information and guidance on the new restrictions in place from 5 November
New system helps Dorset hospital patients get ‘Home First’
NHS and social care services in Dorset are teaming up to help people out of hospital more quickly and recover in the comfort of their own homes.
Join the team at Bridport Community Hospital
Bridport Community Hospital is inviting local people to come along to a recruitment event this month and find out more about joining the team as a Bank Registered Nurse or Healthcare Assistant.
World Mental Health Day: local mental health services for local people
For World Mental Health Day on Saturday (10 October), Dorset HealthCare is reminding people that a range of support is available for local people if they need it.
Transformation in health care services highlighted in annual meeting
An online meeting this month will offer people an insight into the way local NHS services are evolving in the face of the COVID-19 virus.
Protecting your child will help protect others
Parents are being urged to make sure their children are protected against the flu as winter approaches.
New ’one-stop shop’ for sexual health services in east Dorset
Sexual health services for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will be brought together in brand new facilities this week, giving people all the help and support they need under one roof.
A gateway to help for teenagers with mental health issues
Young people aged 16-18 in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch who are struggling with their mental health can now seek support direct from Dorset HealthCare.
New phone app supports people with suicidal thoughts
Instant online help is now available for people in Dorset who are struggling to cope and may be contemplating suicide.