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Welcome to The Lewisham Care Partnership
Newsletter: Healthy Start to 2025
Welcome to Our February Update!
February is dedicated to Heart Health, Cancer Awareness, and Mental Well-being.
We are here to support you with valuable health tips, important updates, and exciting new additions to our team.
World Cancer Day – 4th February
"United by Unique" – This year’s theme highlights the individuality of each person’s cancer journey and the collective strength in embracing unique experiences.
It emphasises personalised care and the importance of sharing stories to foster understanding and support. – This year’s theme focuses on ensuring equal access to cancer care. Early detection saves lives!
Screening Appointments
Speak to reception to check eligibility.
See here for NHS Cancer Support resources.
Time to Talk Day – 4th February
Talking about mental health matters. A simple conversation with a friend or professional can be a big step toward wellbeing.
Join the Conversation! Whether with a loved one or a professional, let’s break the stigma.
Find Support for NHS Mental Health Services.
Heart Health Month – Take Care of Your Heart!
Your heart beats for you every second - let’s keep it healthy!
Simple Steps for a Healthier Heart:
- Eat a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables,and whole grains.
- Stay active—aim for 30 minutes of movement daily.
- Reduce stress through relaxation techniques.
- Get regular check-ups to monitor blood pressureand cholesterol.
Concerned about your heart health? Speak to a GP or nurse today.
What’s New at TLCP?
We continue to improve our services to enhanceyour care experience:
- Duty Triage Clinic – Faster and more efficient appointment access.
- Call Back Feature – No more long phone queues—our system will callyou back!
- Updated Prescription Process – Clearer guidelinesand improved timelines.
- Digital Inclusion Hub – Walk-in support for setting up and using the NHS App, including managing appointments and navigation help.
- Carers Forum – A dedicated space for carers to receive priorityaccess, support,and resources.
- Active PPF (Patient Participation Forum) – A great way for patients to engage, share feedback, and collaborate with us to improve services.
Meet Our New Starters!
We are thrilled to welcome new members to our TLCP family:
- Dr I. Flynn – GP at HF
- Paula Cornish – Social Prescriber
- Lauren Anderson – Clinical Pharmacist
- Olufunke Adeniji – Clinical Pharmacist
- Richard Akinola – Clinical Pharmacist
- Roisin Ball – Clinical Pharmacist
- Henrietta Ani – Patient Care Navigator
- Bernadette Sancho – Pipeline Nurse
- Tinuola Adepitan – Clinical Pharmacist
Be sure to say hello when you see them!
Need Assistance? We’re Here to Help!
Visit our website or speak to our team for more information on appointments, services, and health resources: The Lewisham Care Partnership.
Thank you for trusting us with your care!
Celebrating Our Achievements!
On Friday, 31st January, we celebrated our successes at the GP Awards Event.
We are incredibly proud to share that:
- Veeru (Honor Oak) won Manager of the Year!
- TLCP won the prestigious Innovation in Health Award—recognising our dedication to improving patientcare across Lewisham!
Congratulations to Veeru and the entire team for their dedication and innovation!
Published: Feb 5, 2025