This is how Patient Friends works.

• People such as you and I who are treated by the NHS, Are given the opportunity to give feedback about our experiences.  It could be anything from the amount of time we were able to see a consultant for, to the side-effects of medication, anything at all, good experiences or bad.

 

• If there are areas that people feel could be improved, then Patient Friends is then able to positively and respectfully campaign for improvements. As well as being able to share what things people have liked and would like to see more of.

 

• There are no set issues that Patient Friends might campaign about, it depends entirely on what the members, i.e. the general public feel is important. Campaigning might take the form of local media and maybe events and leaflets to raise the profile of improving patient care.

 

That is the campaigning side of Patient Friends.

• The other side is a support group offering friendship and support to anyone with health problems, Major or minor, long-term disabilities and also those who are their friends and family. Or anyone with an interest in improving patient care.
• This will be in a light-hearted and cheerful atmosphere. There is no expectation or requirement to reveal any personal medical history.  It's more about keeping one's morale up and having a good time. I hope there will be social events as well.

What is the next step?

• Get in contact basically, the group is very new and I would be very interested to see your thought and ideas. The idea would be to give me your contact details and I shall get back to you about meetings and planning

If you would like to get involved with Patientfriends please drop me a line, and I shall get back to you about meetings and planning.  I would welcome your feedback and suggestions as well. 

Many thanks James

My E-mail is james@patientfriends.org.uk
Or give me a call on 07812 190 464. 

 

Patientsfriends.

Is a positive campaign group, that respects and appreciates all NHS staff and doctors. 
 

The spirit of Patient Friends is one of appreciation and co-operation towards Doctors and NHS staff, while also standing up for patients rights and campaigning for the best possible health care.