If you have any health concerns, you can speak to your local GP. Let them know you’ve been affected by the Grenfell Tower fire, and they will ensure you get the right care and support.
You'll need to register with a practice first, if you haven't already.
What do GPs help with?
GPs look after the health of people living in their local community and deal with a whole range of health problems connected to . GPs usually work in practices as part of a team, which includes nurses, healthcare assistants, practice managers, receptionists and other staff.
Your GP can help to:
- Talk through any health concerns you may have.
- Discuss a treatment plan to meet your health needs.
- Prescribe medication (if needed).
- Refer you on to a specialist service located in the community or a hospital (if needed).
- Refer you to counselling or therapy (for Grenfell-affected patients this is via the Grenfell Health & Wellbeing Service. Survivors & Bereaved receive additional support from the Dedicated Service).
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Help you to access services that support your emotional wellbeing, such as self-care services (called Healthier Futures and run by Kensington & Chelsea Social Council).
Information on accessing these services is available here - They also provide health education, offer advice on smoking and diet, give vaccinations and can carry out simple surgical operations.
Out of hours GP access
GPs and practice nurses are available at the weekend and on weekday evenings.
Contact your registered practice or call 111 to book an appointment.
