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Our year in numbers, 2023/24 3 strategic priorities 2.6m general practice appointments. 72.5% of these appointments were face-to-face ‘Waiting Well’ social prescribing offered to everyone waiting longer than 35 weeks for surgery. 100% said it improved their wellbeing and 90% said it improved their confidence and preparedness. More than 5,000 patients per month accessed consultant expertise within days through the Shared Referral Pathway system 11 schemes funded to help reduce health inequalities £12.2m government funds secured for the new Community Diagnostic Centre 2,559 children were supported by the new ‘children’s observation unit’ 6 parenting programmes launched through our Family Hubs 2,470 people were cared for through the ‘virtual ward’ More than 27,000 people in independent living properties took part in social events Community in-reach into elderly care wards: 59 people admitted to an elderly care ward were assessed by community nursing, in 35 cases (60%), alternatives to hospital bedded care were identified 30% people with severe mental illness on the Individual Placement and Support scheme supported into paid employment 269 blood pressure checks and 181 pulse checks completed at 15 Healthy Heart Community Hub sessions 6 mental health crisis support services for local people 3,316 people treated in two Acute Respiratory Infection hubs in the Wakefield District this winter 91% of people with severe mental illness have had an annual health check We’ve improved the rates of early dementia diagnosis and exceeded our local target by 2% 854 new local carers identified distributed funds to 597 carers to allow them to take a break from their caring role provided £60,000 worth of supermarket vouchers to carers during the cost of living crisis 84% of people with Learning Disabilities have had an annual health check.

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Our Partnership in 2023-24: Helping people live healthier, happier lives

Our achievements for 2023/24 at-a-glance in a new infographic and animation
NHS logo Some GPs are taking collective actions which means GPs will stop or reduce certain work. Your GP practice will remain open. If you need to make an appointment, get in touch with your GP practice.

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Getting the help you need during collective action by GPs

Many GPs in Wakefield District will be taking collective action in a dispute with the…
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‘We are Wakefield’ partnership working gets top rating from Inspectors

Wakefield services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), have…
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West Yorkshire showcases partnership working to deliver Pharmacy First

Visit to Wakefield highlights collaborative working to implement the Pharmacy First initiative.
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Health and wellbeing strategy delivering for Wakefield District

The 2024 Health and Wellbeing Strategy annual report reveals the progress being made in four…
Wakefield District Health and Care Partnership logo. Children’s Observation Hub shortlisted in two categories for the 2024 HSJ Patient Safety Awards. Improving Care for Children and Young People Initiative of the Year and the Primary Care Initiative of the Year categories.

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Children’s Observation Hub shortlisted in two categories for the 2024 HSJ Patient Safety Awards

Wakefield District Health and Care Partnership and Conexus Healthcare CIC are delighted to announce that…
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Leading Wakefield Together – for anyone working in health and care

Interested in finding out about system working and system leadership or further developing your skills?…
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Junior doctors’ strike: Get the help you need in Wakefield District

Junior doctor members of the British Medical Association will strike from 7am on Thursday 27…
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Health and Care Jobs Fair – 8 July 2024

Key questions and information for anyone who has expressed an interest in attending the Health…
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