Listening to Families Videos

Deb Bradshaw Clinical Lead notes that Health Improvement Practitioners are mental health practitioners based in 70+ General Practices across Canterbury. There is no cost to see these practitioners who have at least 3 years’ experience in mental health.

Deb Bradshaw Clinical Lead explains that the Health Improvement Practitioners work closely with the GP and the Practice Nurse – part of the team. Health Improvement Practitioner's see all ages.

Deb Bradshaw Clinical Lead notes that Health Improvement Practitioners work with couples and with families. She notes that the Health Improvement Practitioners have set up a number of groups to help individuals.

Deb Bradshaw Clinical Lead and Lurita Kurene Health Coach and Support worker Lead explain how the HIP's and Health Coach’s help individuals and families – look at the bigger picture rather than the specific diagnosis

Lurita Kurene Health Coach and Support worker Lead explains the role of a Health Coach. She notes the focus on working with an individual to make life style changes and setting long term goals. Lurita confirms that there is no cost to see a Health Coach and notes that the Health Coach can be seen multiple times.

Lurita Kurene Health Coach and Support worker Lead notes that a key part of the HIP and Health Coach roles is helping individuals and families to navigate the health system. Lurita notes that the support extends beyond the specific practice.

Deb Bradshaw Clinical Lead and Lurita Kurene Health Coach and Support worker Lead explain how the HIP's and Health Coach’s help and support individuals and families after the GP has provided a diagnosis. They confirm that there is no limit to the number of times that individuals and families can be seen.

Deb Bradshaw Clinical Lead and Lurita Kurene Health Coach and Support worker Lead confirm that the HIP and Health Coach services are free, accessible on the day, accessible multiple times. They note that the HIP and Health Coach are part of the General Practice team.