District Nurses

Community nurses provide nursing care, treatment and support to elderly, housebound or chronically ill patients, or those who have recently had an operation. These include special interests such as leg ulcer management, continence management, blood tests and palliative care.  

This service is only for those who are physically unable to get to the surgery and the Community Nurses do not make specific appointments. Referrals can only be made by GPs and hospital staff. 

If it is difficult for you to get to the door please consider obtaining a key safe so that healthcare professionals can access your home to provide care. 

If you are already under the care of the Community Nurses you can call the team on 0300 121 0171.

Page last reviewed: 07 September 2026
Page created: 26 August 2026