We had a great afternoon last Thursday for September's LTI - WellFest! The theme was Health and Wellbeing with many activities on offer whether staff wanted to relax, move or be creative! The feedback has been great and we're happy you all enjoyed! A big thank you to all that participated and made the afternoon a success ❤ Take a look at the pictures from the afternoon below...

The 10th September is World Suicide Prevention Day, every year organisations and communities come together to raise awareness. This year, we are highlighting the importance of the language used when we talk about suicide. When we use our words carefully we can create a safe environment for people to open up. For tips on how to start a conversation with someone, please visit here

Check your blood pressure at home with a home blood pressure monitor or at your GP/Pharmacy, if they are offering blood pressure checks!

Next week is the 23rd anniversary of Know Your Numbers Week! Know Your Numbers Week 2023 is taking place from 4-10 September. The theme for 2023 is: Make the time, ease your pressure. The focus this year is on home monitoring as it’s the easiest way to Know Your Numbers!, so you can take steps to lower them. Please encourage your friends, family, neighbours, and colleagues to measure their blood pressure at home!

If you feel you need mental health support, please contact this 24/7 helpline – they’re available to anyone of any age!

we've collaborated with The Juice Academy to create an exciting new Content Creator Apprenticeship role. As well as creating and supporting the PCA social media content, you'll receive fantastic apprenticeship training and support from the Juice Academy. Rates of pay are in line with the National Living Wage and you'll be working in Rochdale Town Centre which has great public transport links Apply directly on the Juice Academy website: Enrola

We are running an introduction to Adult Social Care Sector Based Work Academy starting on 26th September 2023. Come along to our information session on 20th September at 9:30am to find out more! Book directly with Rochdale Training: recruitment@rochdaletraining.co.uk; phone 01706 631 417 Find more information here:

Thank you to all that attended last nights HMR GP Education Event on Oncology at the Norton Grange Hotel. Keep your eyes posted on our future events by heading to our training calendar (click above on Primary Care Academy-Training).

We’re proud to share @samaritanscharity awareness-raising campaign #TalkToUs this July, to remind people that Samaritans are there for anyone struggling to cope, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year 💚 Contact Us | Samaritans

Every 10 seconds, @Samaritans responds to a call for help. We’re proud to share their awareness-raising campaign #TalkToUs, to remind people that Samaritans are there 24/7 for anyone who needs someone to listen 💚 Contact Us | Samaritans

On the 10th of July 2023, we welcomed Lee, to the Primary Care Academy Team. Lee is currently on the 12 week Prince's Trust Programme, at Spotland Community Centre (Rochdale) working on his confidence, team working and working life skills. As part of the Prince's Trust programme, Lee has completed a 2 week work experience placement in the Primary Care Academy Team, Lee has been working with Meg (GM Recruitment Lead) and Ruth (GM Pre Employment Lead) to develop, plan and design an exciting but informative newsletter for the PCA Team. Lee has also attended various Project meetings, Recruitment events and more. We asked Lee a few questions about his time with us, here is what he had to say! : What have you learnt, on your 2 weeks with the Primary Care Academy? I have learnt how to develop research and planning skills, by creating templates, designing a mood board and newsletter. I have learnt to evaluate my feedback by making a feedback form, taking on constructive criticism. What would you say to Young People considering doing work experience with us or anyone else? Honestly, try it to see if you enjoy it! You are trying something new, which may result in a rewarding job with great rates and help start your career. What are your plans after your time at Primary Care Academy, and how will you use what you have learnt to achieve your goals? My plans after work experience are looking for employment and also pursuing an opportunity to go to university and explore different subjects. I will use what I have learnt to achieve my goals by setting out deadlines to get assignments completed while focusing on my daily life. If you could use 3 words to describe your time with us what would you choose? o Interesting o Collaborative o Supportive We would like to wish Lee all the best in his future, we just know, what ever he does, he will be amazing! We are looking forward to welcoming our next Prince's Trust Work Experience Participant in the near future. *This blog post has been shared with Lee’s permission.

Today at Middleton Arena - Health and Social Care Recruitment Event 10 am - 3 pm. Come and visit our Stalls!