1. Tickhill & Colliery Practice PPG Patient Participation Group First established November 2011 Member of the National Association since October 2012

2. Who are we? All patients All volunteers The constitution states a committee of 15 and a wider reference group. We currently have 12 on the committee and only 4 in the wider group. YOU could join us!!

3. Why have a PPG? Changes to the structure of the NHS mean that PCTs will no longer exist and the funding for services will change GP practices will be buying in services for their patients The Patient is at the heart of this system and the PPG can be part of it by reflecting patients’ needs.

4. Clinical Commisioning Group The CCG will be made up of local GPs with representatives locally attending area groups and reps. from that group meeting centrally. The aim is better value for money with less funding. The plan is for the PPGs across Doncaster to mirror this structure and get our views across. To do this we need to get the views of our patients about their needs and care.

5. How are we reaching out Articles in The Today Magazines for Tickhill Wadworth and Harworth. The Practice Newsletter The Practice website Leaflets, posters and fliers Our noticeboards in the Waiting Areas Patient Satisfaction Surveys Information Evenings on Health Education Questionnaires

6. Quality Following Patient Satisfaction Surveys we have highlighted areas seen as in need of improvement and discussed ideas for possible change. One aim is for patients to take responsibility for some aspects of their own health eg screening and vaccination. We have assisted staff with non confidential tasks at mass flu vaccination days (eg box opening)aiming to better utilise staff time and speed up the process Input into policies to reflect views of patients.

7. CQC The Care quality Commission will inspect all Primary care services and interview patients staff and members of the PPG to check that the 16 essential standards are being met All changes considered can have input from the PPG The whole aim is for patients to use the facilities to best advantage.

8. We would like the views of our patients. We would welcome ideas, positive comments and feedback. Email us at tickhillandcollieryppg@yahoo.com ortickhillandcollieryppg@yahoo.com Phone either surgery and ask for one of the PPG committee to contact you. Views and suggestions