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"I rarely visit the doctor as I believe most of my health needs are in my own hands. So I only contact my doctor about a serious or long lasting problem. It is unacceptable to wait over an hour for the surgery to answer my call for an appointment."
"Social care and health should be a service which is in the community, not in an office. Social workers should have a drop-in session every week in GP surgeries and dentists. Housing should also be in the community, as they all work together. They should all be made accountable to...read more
"The attitude of the healthcare staff we have met has always been wonderful. Very kind and caring. They listen to us and take the time to get all the information. When the ambulance service came to us a couple of times the medics were so helpful and patient as well...read more
"I had occasion recently to phone my GP. I received a return call where it was obvious that the GP had made a decision about my illness prior to calling me. From “Hello” to “Goodbye “ was less than 90 seconds. During this time I was told to stop taking...read more
"We never see our GP. We need regular proactive home visits for both my parents; it should be part of the GP contract to provide this. Housebound and disabled patients are ignored. Chiropody and physio is non-existent and so we have to pay for this privately. We can afford this,...read more
"The UK model of the NHS is tremendous for lifting the financial burden and anxiety of health and care from people. Particularly the poor, disabled and disadvantaged. When you see how healthcare is provisioned in some other countries, you have to be grateful for the UK healthcare system. However, its...read more
"They need to respect us [unpaid carers] as professionals. Respect and value us."
"Over the years, you should have had six weeks [of respite care] a year from social services. I don't think you ever had more than three a year. And that's over 28 years. So, you know, I'm under no illusions."
"“So it's quite a new role in that I'm supporting a family member. You know, I sometimes struggle and wonder where to turn to really. I think that there are gaps for somebody just to listen to your own personal story and direct you a little bit. Because everyone's different."