Supporting self care A training package for health and social care professionals Matthew Critchlow

Supporting Self Care in Primary Care We will cover……. An overview of the training programme Timings and structure of sessions Practicalities Resources available on the internet GAP model Tips for success

Objectives of the training Overall objective To provide guidance for the PCT/practice/other care agency teams on how to establish a culture of self care or improve the promotion of self care by patients

Aims of the training Aims To explain the policy context of self care within the NHS To develop a local strategy that supports self care To support the development of self care skills To promote a coordinated approach utilising the wide range of skills within the PCT and primary care team To help reduce consultations rates by improving self care behaviours in patients.

Summary of the training Timings Three workshop sessions of 2 – 3hr (work in between) Sessions run in sequence over 6 – 12 months Additional meetings possible Audience Members of GP Practice Key members of PCT

Basic structure of the training Structure Aims and objectives Using tools and group sessions to develop strategy and enhance skills Developing an action plan (with roles and responsibilities) Reviewing what has been done since the last session

Supporting Self Care in Primary Care Practicalities Book well in advance Check venue Check availability of equipment Confirm who is supplying lunch Confirm workshops a week before (including timings) Ask for support in printing of materials Check availability of key participants −GP Lead for Self Care −Pharmacists −District Nurses

Supporting Self Care in Primary Care Resources Resources available on the net

Supporting Self Care in Primary Care Framing the first session Facilitation not instruction Building on foundations Involves interim work and possibly additional meetings

Supporting Self Care in Primary Care Using the Gap Model Two groups 10 min

Supporting Self Care in Primary Care Tips for success Read key policy and guidance documents Ensure key decision-makers can attend Gain support of Expert Patient/Self Care Co-ordinator Manage dominant contributors Gain commitment to action Write-up and send actions agreed as a group Celebrate successes & thank group for participation Collect evaluation forms