Primary Care Network
PCN services
Our network teams provide additional services across member practices. Availability and access arrangements may vary, so please read the information for each service.
First Contact Physiotherapists (FCP)
Where your GP practice offers a first contact physiotherapy service
If your GP surgery has a first contact physiotherapy service, you can book an appointment directly with a physiotherapist via the receptionist, which means you won’t need to wait for a referral from a doctor.
How to access this service
Book directly through your GP practice reception; a doctor referral is not required.
Extended Access Services
Appointments with GPs are for people requiring routine or same day GP appointments but who are unable to attend their GP during normal opening hours.
Social Prescribing
Social prescribing involves helping patients to improve their health, wellbeing and social welfare by connecting them to community services which might be run by the council or a local charity. For example, signposting people who have been diagnosed with dementia to local dementia support groups.
How to access this service
Self-refer through the Joy link on the Social Prescribing page, or ask your GP or another health professional for a referral.
Support groups & advice
There are a number of wellbeing services and local activity groups available in the area. If you need any support and advice, take a look at the below resources for more information.