1. Bedford House Medical Centre EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS
AUGUST NEWSLETTER
Opening Hours
08: :00 Monday to Friday
CLOSED Saturday and Sunday
APPOINTMENTS
We are always trying to improve our services to patients therefore as from 1st August the Practice will be introducing a new GP triage appointment system whereby if you require an urgent appointment, the Receptionist will take your details and a Doctor will call you back to assess your problem and arrange an appointment at the Surgery if necessary, or your problem may be handled over the telephone.
You can also pre-book for a telephone consultation – Please see a member of staff for further details
Your feedback to our Patient Participation Group would be appreciated
EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS
You can now book to see a GP in Tameside at evenings and weekends
These appointments are available
6.30pm – 8.00pm weekdays
9.00am – midday Saturday and Sunday
Appointments can only be made via your surgery and are available at Ashton GP Service on Old Street – there are also services in Hyde and Glossop
Please pick up a leaflet or see a member of staff for further details.
Waiting Times
Unfortunately, there will be times when the Doctor or Nurse may be running late for various reasons. If you have not been seen after 30 minutes from your appointment time, please speak to a receptionist.
Your co-operation and patience is appreciated.

2. Willow Wood Hospice Dementia Carer Support Café In-Practice Pharmacist
Food Banks
On average the Practice sends 5 bags of food each month donated by patients and staff to the local food bank in aid of Trussell Trust Charity. In the past year the food bank fed 2343 adults and 1203 children in the Tameside area. Many thanks for your support – please keep up the good work.
Willow Wood Hospice Dementia Carer Support Café
Willow Wood Hospice is holding a regular café for people caring for someone with dementia. We know the experience can be difficult. You need a break, a chance to relax and share your experiences with others in a similar position.
The café is held on the third Friday of each month between 2pm and 3pm. Dates in 2016 are:
15th July
19th August
16th September
21st October
18th November
16th December
In-Practice Pharmacist
We have a trained Pharmacist working at the Practice who may contact you with regards your medication. Jiten is also available to answer any queries you may have with any of your medicines.
Jiten is available at the Practice on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday between the hours of 3.00pm – 6.00pm