Goldington Avenue Surgery

14/08/2025

13/08/2025

📣Important Temporary Closure Notice 📣

Temporary Closure of Goldington Avenue Site for 1 week.

Dates: Monday18th August - Friday 22nd August 2025
We would like to inform our patients that the Goldington Avenue Surgery will be temporarily closed from 18th - 22nd August due to essential improvement works.

During this time, our team will continue to provide the same number of appointments from alternative locations:

Union Street Surgery will remain open as usual.

We will also be operating from the BEDOC site at:
Unit 16, Stephenson Court, Fraser Road, Bedford, MK44 3WJ
If you have an appointment during this period, please double-check the location before attending.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to our refreshed and improved Goldington Avenue Surgery in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your continued support,
The Goldington Avenue Surgery Team

12/08/2025

As fun as the summer holidays can be, being an unpaid Carer can make them feel a little harder to navigate. From comparing your holidays to others without caring responsibilities, to feeling like there’s no time for yourself, it’s easy for our wellbeing to take a knock.

Here are some gentle ways to lift your mood this summer:
🌿 Mindfulness – take a few minutes to be present in the moment.
🤝 Talk to others who understand – join our events and connect with new people.
📝 Check in with yourself – notice how you’re feeling and why.

Our online three-week wellbeing course starts this September. It is a safe space to share, learn, and recharge.
📅 Sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/243473904184056

12/08/2025

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), together with the Met Office, has issued an Amber Heat Health Alert from 9am, Tuesday 12 August, until 6pm, Wednesday 13 August.

This means we can expect high temperatures that could affect health and social care services, especially for those aged 65+, people with existing health conditions, and vulnerable residents living independently.

While we all love a bit of summer sunshine, it’s important to stay safe and cool. Here are some top tips you might want to pass on to anyone who may benefit during the hot spell:

Drink plenty of water throughout the day - aim for six to eight cups or glasses. Remember, alcohol and too much caffeine can dehydrate you.

Keep cool and comfy by closing curtains during the hottest hours to keep your home cooler. Use fans if you have them and try to stay in the shade or indoors during peak heat (11am - 3pm). Cool showers or baths can be a refreshing way to stay cool.

Never leave babies, children, or pets in parked cars. Even with windows open a little, temperatures inside can skyrocket dangerously fast.

Take your dog for a walk early in the morning or after sunset when it’s cooler to avoid hot pavements that can burn their paws.

Remember, BBQs are not permitted in our parks and green spaces like Bedford Park and Priory Country Park to help prevent fire risks and protect vegetation and wildlife.

Lakes and rivers might look tempting to cool off in, but they can be dangerous. Hidden currents, cold water shock, and underwater debris pose real risks. Please remind anyone tempted not to swim alone and to avoid alcohol before swimming. If you see someone in trouble, call 999 and ask for the Fire Service. Tell them to float on their back and throw something to help.

Check in on neighbours, especially older or vulnerable residents, to make sure they’re coping with the heat. Give any friends or family who may find the high temperatures difficult a quick call - they’d really appreciate it.

Help local wildlife by leaving out bowls of water for birds and small animals—they need a drink too, and if you’re able, watering young street trees will really help them thrive in this heat.

We know this heatwave can be a wonderful chance to enjoy the sunshine, but also a tough time for some. Please be kind and supportive of those who might need extra care.

For any health concerns linked to the heat, contact NHS 111 or visit the 111 website.

Let’s stay safe, stay cool, and look out for one another during this heatwave.

08/07/2025

07/07/2025

📣Important Notice 📣

Temporary Closure of Goldington Avenue Site for 1 week.

Dates: Wednesday 23rd July – Wednesday 30th July 2025

We would like to inform our patients that the Goldington Avenue Surgery will be temporarily closed from 23rd to 30th July due to essential improvement works.
During this time, our team will continue to provide the same number of appointments from alternative locations:

Union Street Surgery will remain open as usual.
We will also be operating from the BEDOC site at:
Unit 16, Stephenson Court, Fraser Road, Bedford, MK44 3WJ

If you have an appointment during this period, please double-check the location before attending.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to our refreshed and improved Goldington Avenue Surgery in the coming weeks.

Thank you for your continued support,
The Goldington Avenue Surgery Team

03/07/2025

🌞🧺 Join us for our Deaf Picnic!
📅 Saturday 16th August 2025
🕚 11am – 2pm
📍 Russel Park, The Embankment, Bedford MK40 3RH
👋 We’ll be meeting outside the kiosk
Bring your picnic blanket, snacks and smiles – everyone welcome!
Proudly supported by Global’s Make Some Noise and the National Lottery Community Fund 💜

Book here:
https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/AbaYWYKjMTHSymKErBO5

02/07/2025

02/07/2025

🥗 Cooking with Confidence is here and we’d love you to join us!

We’re inviting Carers to a FREE six-week cooking course designed to inspire and support you in the kitchen. Whether you're a total beginner or want to build on your skills, this is a relaxed and welcoming space to learn and connect.

🗓 Every Thursday from 3 July to 7 August
🕦 11:30am – 1:30pm
📍 Priory Methodist Church, Bedford

Each week you’ll cook a healthy, budget-friendly main and either a salad or pudding. With all ingredients and recipes provided by the wonderful Charmaine from Food etc. You'll also enjoy a shared lunch together and take any leftovers home. 🍽️

🔗 Sign up and find out more: https://carersinbeds.org.uk/events/the-cooking-with-confidence-course

25/06/2025

This afternoon we will be closed from 2.30pm-6.30pm for staff training. We will re-open tomorrow morning at 8am.

We're holding a full team training event, where all our teams will share insights into their roles, responsibilities and day to day contributions to patient care and the smooth running of the practice.

Due to the busy nature of the surgery, we rarely have the chance to come together like this, so this protected learning time is incredibly valuable.

Basic Life Support Training will also be given.

For anything that cannot wait whilst we are closed, please call 111.

25/06/2025

The next diabetes prevention event taking place is on Tuesday 1st July at the Bunyan Centre. See details below;