Chorley Together Primary Care Network

03/02/2026

If you or someone else is experiencing a mental health crisis, call 111 and select the mental health option for 24-hour urgent advice and support.

Find out more➡️ nhs.uk/UrgentMentalHealth

29/01/2026

14/01/2026

You can call NHS 111 and select the mental health option to get help 24/7 from a mental health professional in the North West.

➡️nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/

13/01/2026

Our Warm Welcome group at Highfield Family Hub is every Tuesday from 1.30pm till 3pm. Children and families are welcome to enjoy fun, varied activities , eat tasty hot snacks and have a brew and chat.

08/01/2026

🚨 Exceptional demand continues across our local NHS services

Due to continuing high levels of demand for NHS services, measures remain in place to reduce pressures. Thank you for your help. Please continue to:

✅ Use A&E only for serious or life-threatening emergencies.
✅ Collect loved ones, who are ready to leave hospital, as soon as possible and make sure they have what they need at home.
✅ Be aware that, if you do need A&E, you may experience a wait.

Our teams will see the most seriously ill patients first - please treat staff with respect.

If you have to visit A&E, due to a serious accident or emergency that is life threatening, please make sure you are prepared for a potential wait by taking things you may need like a charged phone, a payment method and warm, comfortable clothing. We apologise if you experience a longer wait.

Please use health services wisely. Accessing the right service at the right time may mean you’re seen quicker and helps reduce pressure.

Please remember that vaccinations significantly reduce the risk of severe illnesses and hospitalisation. Find out how to get vaccinated on the ICB website - https://orlo.uk/Gor2K

Please share this message with your colleagues and networks.

Thank you to our incredible NHS teams and partners working tirelessly across hospitals, community services and the region.

Craig Harris
Chief Commissioning Officer
Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB

08/01/2026

Due to increased pressures, we have taken the decision to escalate to OPEL 4 – the highest level of internal escalation. This allows us to be able to take additional steps to maintain safe services.

As always, patient safety must take priority and we need to take action to make sure that those who are more clinically urgent get the help they need as quickly as possible.

There are some immediate actions being taken by Trust teams and our partners.

Our hospitals are extremely busy so please make sure that you choose the right NHS service for your needs. If you're not sure which service is right for you, call 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk.

A big thank you to all our colleagues working hard under pressure.

Find out more on our website ⬇️
https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/news/article/854

08/01/2026

Don't forget our One Stop Shop at Inspire Youth Zone on Thursday 8th of January from 9am - 12pm. This is a monthly drop in for families to access advice and support from many services s listed. Just drop in and get the advice and support that you need :

08/01/2026

Dr Dawouds Surgery are still looking for a cleaner. If you can help, please contact Janine at the surgery.

07/01/2026

Withnell Health Centre are currently recruiting for a part time receptionist / care navigator to join their friendly GP Practice team.

The post holder will work 26.25 hours p/w Monday to Friday. The successful applicant must be able to work 4 afternoon shifts until 18:30 and 1 morning shift each week and provide relief cover for four other team members as required.

For more information and to apply, check out their advert on NHS Jobs. https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A0435-25-0008?keyword=A0435-25-0008&language=en

Closing date - 9 January 2026

31/12/2025

Our groups that are on from Monday 5th January 2026.

24/12/2025

Our surgeries close at 6.30pm today and will reopen at 8am on Monday 29 December.
If you require medical assistance whilst they are closed please call NHS 111 or use NHS 111 online service. For life threatening emergencies, please dial 999.

We would like to wish all staff and patients across our surgeries a very Merry Christmas.

17/12/2025

During industrial action by resident doctors starting today, GP practices will continue to be open.

Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments unless you are contacted and told otherwise.

Find out more ▶️ england.nhs.uk/long-read/information-for-the-public-on-industrial-action/