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We hope you’re keeping well. During this season when colds and flu viruses are common, we’d like to share some info about getting a free flu jab and also guidance on getting support from your GP. Local pharmacies can also be very helpful. Talking to your GP | Carers UK

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@Paola_Carers_UK , Yep, get my jabs a few months ago. I’ve had enough needles in my left arm (along with needles used in blood tests), it looks like a pin cushion.

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Thank you for sharing @JohnnyBoy

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Im in the same boat, my Husbands been in a care home 7 months ive gone round and round in circles with them and they dont listen do they. I listened to advice on here and contact CQC and they do go out to the care home. He cannot walk now since being in there so i am struggling as i really want him home but been advised it be too much for me.

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@Jackie66, This just proves that the “safeguards” don’t work. As you said, you end up going round in circles (like circles in a spiral) almost constantly. I like yourself also want to do what’s right for your loved one. But sadly, when you start to question what they do, you get what I call “the evil eye” (a bit extreme I know). Some have the attitude of “why are you questioning us?”. I hope though you don’t give up. Because I won’t. If necessary, be a pain in the neck to them. Also, seek legal advice. Try lawsociety.org. They can point you to people who cangive free legal advice.

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Yes it feels like that, i am going to send a letter to the Ombudsmen as it was suggested so will see what hqppens. Im just off to the care home now. Maybe have a chat later if you feel you want to

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@Jackie66 , you do so ASAP. I’m going to do something similar regarding the appalling way my mums social worker is treating me.