Coleford Medical Practice

03/03/2026

March Diary Dates - please share far and wide to promote these events.

https://tinyurl.com/March-Diary-Dates

03/03/2026

Due to unforeseen nursing staff absences, our Coleford, Brunston and Lydbrook sites are currently unable to offer travel vaccinations.
We understand that this may be inconvenient for patients, especially during a time of high demand, and we apologise for any disruption this causes.

Our team is working to restore this service as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

03/03/2026

Supporting someone you love through memory worries can be frightening — especially when you’re unsure where to turn.

Our Dementia, Diagnosis and Memory Support service offers practical, non‑medical guidance for anyone facing memory concerns. Julia’s story shows how early support can make a real difference — helping families feel informed, confident and heard.

Read Julia's story here and find out how we can help you or someone you love: 👉

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/gloucestershire/about-us/news/articles/2026/supporting-a-loved-one-with-dementia/

19/02/2026

If panic attacks are seriously affecting your life, being able to get out and about is cause for celebration.
NHS Talking Therapies treatment gives you practical skills and
techniques to overcome panic disorder and other conditions.
You can refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk

04/02/2026

Age UK Gloucestershire's Help Team is coming to the Forest of Dean.

Age UK’s friendly, experienced team is coming to your area to offer free information, advice and guidance. They can help you to make informed choices so you can lead a safe, comfortable and independent later life. You don’t need to make an appointment, just drop in.

Our later years should be a time of comfort and happiness but, however carefully we plan, sometimes extra support can make a big difference.

Visit:

Find out more about Age UK Gloucestershire's Community Drop-Ins

23/12/2025

Age UK Gloucestershire - Forest of Dean Drop-ins 2026

How and where Age UK Gloucestershire’s Help Team can support individuals:

Social Care
• Help older people to navigate the system to get the care they need.
• Talk through options, explain jargon, set out what people need to consider and the questions to ask.
• Refer and signpost to direct delivery services.
• Advise on entitlements, process, and personal rights to help access social care.

Legal
• Help older people to navigate the legal aspects of accessing and funding Social Care.
• Give information and signpost to appropriate support for: Will writing, Consumer issues, relationship and family law and scams.
• Talk through the process of arranging Lasting Power of Attorney.
Housing.
• Offer signposting and referrals so people have all the information they need to contact the right agencies directly.

Financial
• Offer benefit checks to make sure that older people are claiming everything to which they are entitled.
• Support Attendance Allowance and Blue Badge applications.

Social isolation
• Provide information about what is going on across Gloucestershire.
• Advise on what social options might be right for individuals.

22/12/2025

Our first Armed Forces Support Network 'HIVE' community event last week was a huge success 🎉

Over 90 Armed Forces veterans, serving personnel and family members attended Bream Sports Club, bringing together vital services and support for the community across the Forest of Dean.

Attendees at the event were able to share free warm food and hot drinks, as well as access support and guidance from a wide range of organisations committed to the wellbeing of the armed forces community.

Future Armed Forces Support Network ‘HIVE’ events will continue to take place at Bream Sports Club, High Street, Bream, GL16 6JF.

Dates and times for future events are listed below:

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 12.00 - 15.00

Wednesday, 04 February 2026 - 12.00 -15.00

Wednesday, 04 March 2026 - 12.00 -15.00

Wednesday, 01 April 2026 - 12.00 -15.00

More here👇
https://news.fdean.gov.uk/news/armed-forces-support-network-hive-event-brings-community-together

17/12/2025

Forest of Dean Armed Forces Support Network

‘HIVE’ Future Dates at Bream Sports Club, High Street, Bream, GL16 6JF

- Wednesday, 7th January 12.00-15.00
- Wednesday, 4th February 12.00-15.00
- Wednesday, 4th March 12.00-15.00
- Wednesday, 1st April 12.00-15.00

Free bacon rolls and hot drinks – come along and make connections. For further information, email: armedforces.network@fdean.gov.uk

09/12/2025

In November 2025, 95% of all patients attended appointments, and 5% Did Not Attend.

If you are unable to attend, always cancel your appointment:

- Call us on (01594) 838108
- On our website www.deanmedicalpractice.nhs.uk
- Use the link on your reminder message
- Visit the practice in person

09/12/2025

Parent & Carer Workshops

Talk Well are running a free Parent Workshop online from January 2026 over a course of 5 weeks. These workshops are for parents/carers of children between the ages of 11-18 within Gloucestershire. Please note that bookings for these will close at 11:30pm on 6th January.

These established workshops are designed to inform and support parents, helping them to understand their child’s distress and discover effective strategies to improve their resilience.

The workshops are also an opportunity for parents going through similar experiences to encourage, support and learn from each other in a safe and friendly environment.

These workshops will be held virtually via Zoom.

14/01/26 – 11/02/26, 18:30-20:00
15/01/26 – 12/02/26, 19:00-20:30

Book your place at letstalkwell.org.uk/parents-carers/workshops

Bookings close 11.30pm 06/01/26

Let's Talk Well run FREE support groups for parents and carers of young people that meet face-to-face or virtually via Teams. Discover strategies to nurture resilience, guided by trained facilitators.

05/12/2025

🌱Green Impact for Health – Bronze Award

We are pleased to announce that Coleford Medical Practice has achieved a Green Impact for Health Bronze Award in 2025.

This award recognises our commitment to improving sustainability in healthcare and reducing our environmental impact. By achieving the Bronze Award, we have taken important steps to make our practice greener, healthier, and more socially responsible.

The Green Impact for Health Toolkit is a national programme supported by the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS-UK).

26/11/2025

Forest of Dean Armed Forces Support Network

Official launch of the Forest of Dean Armed Forces Support Network HIVE – a new hub dedicated to supporting serving personnel, veterans, and their families.

Wednesday, 10th December 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM at Bream Sports Club, High Street, Bream, GL16 6JF

Come and enjoy a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where you can meet like- minded people who understand the unique challenges and experiences of the Armed Forces community. We will be joined by several crucial support organisations who will be available for informal chats, including:

- DWP (Department for Work and Pensions)
- Help for Heroes
- Op Nova (Forces Employment Charity)
- Op Courage (NHS mental health specialist service)
- Forest of Dean District Council
- Free bacon rolls and hot drinks for all attendees.

Please come along, help us celebrate this launch and make connections.

For further information email: armedforces.network@fdean.gov.uk