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 Asylum Seekers and Refugees - Specialist Nurse 

Who we are

 

Asylum Seekers and Refugees come from different backgrounds and cultures and have had a wide range of experiences which may affect their health.  Due to difficulties with language and communication, cultural, economic and social issues they may find it difficult to access health information, health promotion and mainstream health services.

 

Catherine Hay is a registered nurse who works within the Bolton Council Asylum Team and the Bolton Primary Care Trust to support service users in accessing mainstream health services and to raise awareness among service providers about issues affecting this group.

 

How the Team works

 

The specialist nurse is based within Bolton Council Asylum Team.

She works in partnership with the charity Refugee Action and Bolton GPs supporting arrivals of refugees through the Gateway Protection Programme.

The nurse works closely with other agencies working with this client group to improve access to health information and services.

 

What do we offer?

 

• TB screening service to new asylum seekers and refugees arriving in Bolton.
• Signposting and support in accessing mainstream health services.
• Drop in service for asylum seekers attending Bolton Asylum Team for advice and support with health related issues.
• Monthly outreach session at BRASS drop in.
• Advice and support to other services working with this client group.

 

Support to Professionals

 

The nurse offers support and training for Health Care Professionals who work with asylum seekers and refugees.

Training sessions can be adapted to meet the needs of your service.

Please contact me for furthur details.

 

How to access the service

To contact the service ring or email Catherine Hay.

 

 

Tel: 01204 335452

Email: catherine.hay@bolton.gov.uk

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