The Cole House Surgery

08/10/2025

Free Veterans’ Health Checks in Nuneaton

The Veterans Contact Point (VCP), in partnership with local GP practices, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust, and Warwickshire County Council, is running health check events for veterans, their spouses, partners and carers.

📍 All October dates at: Veteran Breakfast Club, Middlemarch Pub, Saint Davids Way, Nuneaton, CV10 7SD

🗓️ Saturday 11 October, 9:30am–12pm
🗓️ Monday 20 October, 9:30am–12pm
🗓️ Sunday 26 October, 9:30am–12pm

Checks include:
✔️ Blood pressure ✔️ BMI ✔️ Cholesterol & blood sugar
✔️ Mental health support ✔️ Referrals to GP or VCP if needed

📞 Book: 02476 865 056
🗣️ Or pop along and register on the day

More info: https://ow.ly/CyBg50WtNp7

06/10/2025

Are you on your menopausal journey and seeking a supportive community to share your experiences?

Join Us Every Second Monday of the Month
🕜 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: The Grange Medical Centre, Nuneaton, CV11 6LB

Connect with other women, gain valuable insights, and navigate the world of menopause together. Our support group offers a safe space for open discussions, expert advice, and emotional support. Whether you’re looking for information, friendship, or just someone to listen, we’re here for you!

03/10/2025

❌ Feeling like it’s time for a reset? Sober October is your chance to take a break from alcohol, boost your health 💪, sleep better 😴, save money 💷, AND support Macmillan Cancer Support 🎗️💚

Whether you're doing it for your body, your mind, or someone you love, it’s the perfect excuse to say no thanks to that drink and yes to a better you 🌟🧠

👉 https://www.gosober.org.uk 🛑🍺
Let’s smash this together! 🙌🔥

02/10/2025

🎗 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a time to educate, support, and stand together in the fight against breast cancer. It’s more than the pink ribbon; it's about real stories, early detection, and real support.

Whether you’ve been personally affected or want to help others, this month is your chance to:
• Understand the signs and symptoms of breast cancer - early action saves lives.
• Encourage screenings like mammograms and self-exams - you could be saving someone’s life.
• Support research, care, and those impacted - community makes all the difference.
• Check out Wear It Pink Day on 24 October - one of the UK’s biggest fundraising events!

Learn more and get involved:
👉 https://breastcancernow.org

Let’s turn awareness into action - together.

01/10/2025

❗Stoptober starts today!❗

You are doing the best thing you can for your health by quitting - and you don't need to do it alone. There are plenty of ways to get support, but the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan here: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/personal-quit-plan/

Your body starts healing the day you quit smoking. To find out more about the health benefits of quitting smoking here: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/why-quit-smoking/benefits-of-quitting-smoking/

30/09/2025

🩸Have you had a Blood Test within the last 12 months?

Healthwatch Warwickshire would like to hear about your experience!

Have your say on the survey below:
https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/J71X4W/

29/09/2025

We are Here4You! 🫵

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXIbUq2Tdvk&t=35s

🌿 Six of the UK’s leading mental health charities have come together to create Here4You — A supportive space dedicated to helping support young people’s mental health, and to help parents and teachers care for the young people in their lives.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, or just need someone to talk to, listen, or help you take the next step towards feeling better. 🌿

At Here4You, they offer personalised, compassionate support tailored to your needs. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress, you don’t have to face it alone.

🧠 One-on-one support with trained professionals who listen without judgement
📚 Evidence-based strategies to help you manage your mental health

Taking the first step is easier than you think. Visit here4you.co.uk to find out more

Here4You.uk support young people’s mental health by signposting youth, parents and teachers to immediate help and resources.

25/09/2025

This World Pharmacist Day, we celebrate our pharmacists and all of the hard work they do to support patients with long-term health conditions.

Step into the role of a Clinical Pharmacist as we take you through what a typical day involves for Hiba. Clinical Pharmacists play a vital part in managing long-term health conditions and ensuring patients receive the right medication without always needing to see a GP.

24/09/2025

Today, the surgery will be closed from 12:30pm for essential staff training and will reopen as normal tomorrow.

- For non-urgent enquiries, please contact us when we reopen.
- For urgent matters that cannot wait, please call 111.
- In a medical emergency, dial 999.
- Patients can also use the dedicated GP line: 0300 130 3040.

Thank you for your understanding.

23/09/2025

Tomorrow, the surgery will be closed from 12:30pm for essential staff training and will reopen as normal the following day.

- For non-urgent enquiries, please contact us when we reopen.
- For urgent matters that cannot wait, please call 111.
- In a medical emergency, dial 999.
- Patients can also use the dedicated GP line: 0300 130 3040.

Thank you for your understanding.

22/09/2025

One conversation could save a life. Talking to your loved ones about your wishes means they can support your decision when it matters most.

Learn why it’s so important: https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/

22/09/2025

💚 YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS 💚

On Wednesday 24th September from 2pm–4:30pm at The Old Cole House Surgery, we’re opening our doors for a special community event.

Meet the people here to help:
✨ Sycamore Counselling & our PCN Lead Mental Health Practitioner
✨ Social Prescriber
✨ Health & Wellbeing Coach
✨ Care Coordinators
✨ Patient Participation Group (PPG)

This is an opportunity to talk, listen, and find support in a safe space.
☕ Free tea, coffee, cake and biscuits will be served.

Because nobody should face things alone. 💬
We’re here for you.