It’s even easier for people in North East Lincolnshire to keep up to date with the latest health and social care news, thanks to the launch of mobile and tablet friendly websites.

In just a few clicks people can find out about the health and social care priorities that affect them and respond to the Healthy Lives, Healthy Futures consultation on North East Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group’s (CCG) new website.

It also features latest news, blogs from GPs and CCG staff, information on the future of services in the area, achievements, projects and corporate details about the organisation and how it is run.

A second website has been launched by Accord, the community membership body which lets all its members have a say in how NHS and adult social care money is spent.

Users can sign up as a member online and learn more about the opportunities to get involved and the recently launched Suits You scheme which offers greater flexibility and choice for members.

“Trends show that more people are using the internet on a mobile or a tablet, rather than a laptop or computer. We want to make sure that people in North East Lincolnshire can get the information they need, when they need it,” said Dr Peter Melton, Chief Clinical Officer for North East Lincolnshire CCG.

“Since the CCG was established last year, we know that people have found it difficult to get to grips with what a CCG does and how this new organisation affects them. Our new website outlines the work we do, our plans for the future and the latest news from the area.”

The Accord website was also launched recently and offers a one-stop shop for people who want to get involved in health and social care decision-making.

Dr Melton added: “We have worked with Accord to revitalise the membership and offer new opportunities for people to have their say. Users can learn more about these new roles, sign up online and find out how Accord has contributed to the work of the CCG and local health and care services.

“We realise that not everyone can get online or wants to use the internet – that’s why the websites are one of many ways we communicate with the public.”

Both websites have a useful links page directing people to other relevant information such as their Services4Me and NHS Choices to avoid duplication.

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Notes to editors:
1. NHS North East Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group was established in April 2013, following the Government’s health reforms, and is made up of 30 GP practices in Grimsby and Cleethorpes.
2. The CCG is responsible for health and social care services for over 165,000 people in Grimsby and Cleethorpes
3. NHS North East Lincolnshire CCG is the only CCG in the country to have responsibility for both NHS and Adult Social Care
4. The CCG is made up of people who understand patients’ needs best, including doctors, nurses and health professionals from thirty GP member practices
5. The CCG actively listens to local people and partners to decide what health services are needed for local people
6. Services4me is a local website that helps people in North East Lincolnshire to find a range of information from health and social care, transport housing and help managing your money. www.services4.me.uk
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