Where can I get digital support?

Technology can make it easier to access information and care, but can also pose challenges for those without the skills or confidence to use the internet. Here are all the places you can get digital support in South Gloucestershire.

Download our how-to guide for step-by-step guidance about how to register and access online GP services through the NHS App and Patient Access. It also includes information about how to find trusted health advice online.

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How to guide: online health services

You can also watch our recorded presentation, 'how to register and access online NHS services'. If you would like a transcript for the recorded presentation, please email helen@healthwatchbnssg.co.uk

'Get Digital' Computer Courses

Where:

  • Downend Library, BS16 5TW. Free, need to book. 17 week course. Tuesdays 9:30am to 12:30pm.
  • Bradley Stoke Library, BS32 9BS. Free, need to book. 17 week course. Wednesdays 9:30am to 12:30pm.
  • Winterbourne Library, BS36 1LA. Free, need to book. 17 week course. Thursdays 9:30am to 12:30pm.

Contact to book: South Gloucestershire & Stroud College. Call Cindy Corbett on 0117 909 2296 or email cindy.corbett@sgscol.ac.uk

Bring your own device or you can use a library computer.

 

'Get Digital' - digital champions are at many libraries across South Gloucestershire

When: during library opening hours. Free, need to book. One-to-one support.

To book a time slot during library opening hours: call 01454 865022

 

'Community learning courses'

Where: various locations across South Gloucestershire

When: various dates and times. Free, need to book.

To book: call South Gloucestershire Council Community Learning on 01454 864613 or email community.learning@southglos.gov.uk

 

Age UK 'Digital champions'

Where: support within your own home and within the community.

When: Monday to Friday. Free.

To enquire: call Zoe Barker on 07497341854 or email zoe.barker@ageuksouthglos.org.uk

Device loaning scheme available.

 

You can also download this information below.

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Digital support in South Gloucestershire