Residents views wanted for primary care focus groups

Government wants to hear residents views on the likes of GP practices, dental services and opticians next week.

Officials are holding online focus groups on two days next week to find out what people think about primary care services on the Isle of Man and how they could be better shaped for the future.

They'll be held on the Microsoft Teams platform next Tuesday (February 23) from 1pm-2.30pm and next Thursday (February 25) between 7pm and 8.30pm.

Health and Social Care Minister, David Ashford MHK, says: "Primary Care services impact us all, and so it is important that the views and experiences of service users are taken into account when we develop new models of care.

"The online events will give everyone a chance to join in from their own homes – with no need to think about the weather, transport or parking.

"I’d urge everyone interested in the future shape of frontline healthcare services to join the conversation and have their say."

Government adds the findings from the sessions will help the Transformation Project team, Manx Care and DHSC create a flexible and responsive care model.

Anyone who wishes to take part should contact the Health and Care Transformation team at healthandcaretransformation@gov.im or call 693 589 to book a place at one of the sessions.

A link will be sent to participants to help them join the group in just a few clicks.