Past Engagement Events
We are delighted with the outcome of our ‘Health, Wellbeing and Digital Inclusion Event’ hosted on Saturday 18th April. We were joined by approximately 25 patients on the day, and various representatives from the PCN, practices and community organisations. Included in attendance were City & Hackney Carers Centre, RNID Hearing Loss Charity, Together Better and the Derman service for the wellbeing of Kurdish and Turkish communities. We wanted the day to be focused especially on supporting patients who would most benefit from improving their digital skills.
The event offered an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our PCN Digital Tools & Services booklet, intended as a guide to support patients to access, upskill and feel more confident in navigating the digital world. Our PCN Digital Lead presented the booklet to the patient audience shortly into the event, encouraging patients to engage with staff and ask any questions they might have. Paper copies were handed to patients, and patients were shown how to scan a QR code so that they could also access the booklet online. It was great to see how engaged patients were on the day; interested in downloading and learning how to use the NHS app, getting involved with the Digital Buddies programme available at Shoreditch and at Dalston CLR James library, as well as learning how to book appointments online.
Patients made the most of the free health checks available, hearing assessments offered by RNID, food and drinks, and more. A feedback section was provided on the registration form for patients to complete as they left the venue, as well as a QR link to provide online feedback.
Some of the great feedback received includes:
“Very beneficial and useful information given - thanks”
“Was very helpful”
“Matt was useful, everything good”
The PCN Annual Health Fair 2025 took place on Saturday 13th September at Hoxton Hall, bringing together patients, community members, and local organisations for a day focused on health, wellbeing, and connection.
We were delighted to welcome 16 organisations, each showcasing their services and offering practical advice and support. Attendees also had the chance to learn more about the range of services provided by the PCN, helping patients better understand the support available to them through their local practices.
Adding to the vibrant atmosphere, the Together Better Choir gave a wonderful performance, while families enjoyed fun activities such as face painting, ensuring the event was welcoming and enjoyable for all ages.
Events like this highlight the value of partnership and community spirit, and we would like to thank everyone who attended and contributed to making the fair such a success. A special thank you also goes to all the PCN staff who attended and supported the event - your time and commitment helped make the day possible.
Our Primary Care Network (PCN) recently took part in Health in the City Day on 21st June 2025 at the Golden Lane Community Centre, a community event focused on promoting health and wellbeing across the city. The day provided a fantastic opportunity for the PCN to connect directly with local residents, share information about available services, and offer health advice. Team members engaged with attendees, answered questions, and helped raise awareness of the support the PCN provides to improve community health. We’re proud to be part of such initiatives that bring healthcare closer to the people we serve.
Are you running at the Hackney Half? This webinar provided by the First Contact Physiotherapy team, will give advice on final preparations and what to do post-race to help prevent and manage common injuries.
Please use the following link to book your place for Wednesday 30th April 2025, from 6pm - 7pm:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1317229632289?aff=oddtdtcreator
We invite you to attend an online dietetic service patient engagement event on Wednesday 30th April 2025 from 6-7pm, hosted by our dietitians Joe & Claudine. This event aims to inform you about constipation - its causes, management and prevention.
To attend the webinar, please click here.
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We would like to extend our thanks to everyone who attended the PCN Health & Wellbeing Fair on September 21, 2024.
We had approximately 50 attendees on the day, from whom we received overwhelmingly positive feedback.
We were pleased to have a variety of organisations present, including:
- Carers First
- HENRY
- Teddy Bear (Barts Medical Student Volunteers)
- Shoreditch Trust (Shanaz & Seth)
- Together Better
- Healthwatch Hackney
- Fathers in the Borough
- Homerton Bowel Cancer Screening
- Hackney Sexual Health
- FCPs (Ruth & Hanne)
- Sickle Cell & Nutrition (Claudine)
- Blood Pressure Readings (Rebecca – Neaman Practice)
- Football Skills (City of London Football Club)
- Face Painting
A special thank you to our PCN Team members – Jenny, Shelagh, Mai, Sydney, Laura, Posola, Rebecca, Robert & Laura A for assisting on the day.
Feedback:
“The face painting and football skills were particularly popular and brought a lively, engaging atmosphere to the event.”
“The variety of organisations present provided valuable resources and services, catering to a wide range of health and wellbeing needs.”
“It was great that I could have my blood pressure taken and information on bowel cancer screening was excellent.”
“The PCN staff were very helpful and we should have more of these events.”
“The wide range of stalls meant there was something for everyone, from support for carers to sexual health advice and nutritional guidance.”