Belper Primary Care Network

31/03/2026

Grief journeys are tough and you may have found our page while looking for ways to support someone you care about through their journey with su***de bereavement.

It’s not always easy. When you haven’t experienced this kind of complex grief yourself, you might wonder: Am I doing this right? Am I saying the right thing?

If you're unsure where to start, we’ve put together 4 simple tips to help you support someone through their grief 💜

31/03/2026

📣 Announcement

Our Warm Space has now come to an end – thank you so much to everyone who joined us. It’s been lovely meeting you all 💛
Good news – we’re continuing with a monthly Wednesday Drop-In!
🗓 1st Wednesday of the month (starting 1st April 2026)

⏰ 1–4pm
🙌 All welcome

Join us for a relaxed afternoon with:
☕ Free refreshments & snacks
💬 Friendly chat
🧩 Puzzles & puzzle swaps
🎲 Games – including indoor curling 🥌

We’re currently calling it the 1st Wednesday Social & Wellbeing Club – but we’d love your ideas for a better name!

Come along, connect with others, and help reduce isolation in our community 🌿

31/03/2026

31/03/2026

More and more people are turning to AI when they’re struggling.

It’s quick. It’s always there. And for some, it can feel easier than talking to someone.

We’re still learning what that means. But we do know this - there are some things only people can give. Being truly understood. Sitting with someone. Not having to explain everything.

If dementia is part of your life, there are real people here to listen. You can always reach out to the Dementia Support Line, even if you just need a chat.

Dementia support line - 0333 150 3456 💙

30/03/2026

Here’s your weekly reminder of where you can find the Mentell team across the North this week...

If things are getting on top of you, don’t just crack on with it alone.
Pop down, have a brew, say as much or as little as you like.

Free support for men aged 18+.
www.mentell.org.uk/signup

Details below 👇🏼

30/03/2026

If you need urgent dental treatment over the bank holiday, contact your usual dentist.

If you cannot contact your dentist, use NHS 111 online or call 111 for information about your local out of hours service.

➡️ http://111.nhs.uk

26/03/2026

Today is Social Prescribing Day 2026 💚

A huge thank you to all Social Prescribers across Derbyshire. Your work changes lives.

You support and help reduce pressure on clinical teams by servicing the local communities and improving wellbeing in ways that truly last.

Social Prescribing is about looking beyond medical needs, it’s recognising that health is shaped by our relationships, our environment, and our sense of belonging. Today is a national moment to celebrate that impact.
However, this work often goes unrecognised.

That’s why, here in Derbyshire, The Hub Plus are committed to changing that narrative.

Through our Social Prescribing Programme, we’re creating space for you to:
• come together as a network
• reflect and learn from one another
• share your experiences
• celebrate the difference you make every day

We’re also working to make your contributions more visible by showcasing your work, sharing your stories, and ensuring Social Prescribers are recognised as integral members of the multidisciplinary team.
And this is just the beginning. Our Social Prescriber Spotlight, which will feature in the Hub Plus newsletter will shine a light on your successes and insights across Derbyshire primary care.

Today, we celebrate you 👏 And every day, we value the impact you make.
If you are a Social Prescriber working in Derbyshire and would like to be involved in the programme please email ddlmc.thehubplus@nhs.net

26/03/2026

🐣Patient Notice 🐣

🐣Easter Bank holiday Closure 🐣

Please be advised that the Practice will be closed on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April for the Easter bank holiday weekend. We will reopen Tuesday 7th April at 8am.

Should you require medical assistance during this time please visit your local walk-in or urgent care centre or call NHS 111.
For any urgent medical assistance please visit your local A&E department or call 999.

26/03/2026

🗣️Social Prescribing Day is an annual celebration of the people, organisations and communities who make social prescribing happen.

Social prescribing is a means of enabling professionals (often healthcare practitioners) to refer people to non-clinical services to support their health and wellbeing. A key component of social prescribing is link workers who are specially trained to support people in identifying what matters to them and designing their own personalised solutions to help with social, emotional or practical needs to improve their health and wellbeing. This often utilises voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise services such as choirs, gardening clubs, exercises classes, art groups and many more.

Thankyou to our Social Prescribers

26/03/2026

“HAPPY SOCIAL PRESCRIBING DAY!”

Did you know that not all prescriptions come in a bottle? 🌿

Social prescribing is a growing approach in healthcare that connects people to non-medical support in their community - like exercise groups, art classes, gardening, volunteering, or simply a friendly chat group.

By linking people with local activities and support networks, social prescribing helps improve wellbeing, build confidence, and create stronger communities.

Sometimes, the best medicine is connection. 💛

26/03/2026