Introduction
Would you like:
-
-
-
- Head space
- Space in your day to think
- A safe place to share and discuss
- Space to develop, thrive and flourish
- ……..in which case, please join one of our ‘Space to Thrive’ Groups
-
-
“Definitely recommend going to spaces to thrive to be able to chat with other managers from the patch, free of internal politics!” (PM)
It is so busy, and no one really feels that they have the time to get out of their practice and go to meet with their peers. However – this is vital for our own mental well-being and sense of perspective. We do not want anyone feeling isolated as we face the daily challenges in general practice. We think that there is real value in learning and growing together and we want to invest time in you.
Our PM Supporters host the Space to Thrive Groups and start each session with a short summary of what the current hot topics are and then each member of the group can bring something that is currently challenging them or taking up their time that they would like other opinions on.
Greater depth of trust and relationships are really grown when we all meet in the same place and share ideas, coffee and cake!
How Do I Join a Space?
Do email Louise Greenwood. Louise can put you in touch with your local group.
Where Are the Meetings, and Is There Room for More Members?
There is currently room in the Space to Thrive groups who meet in:
- Fleet
- Horndean
- Melksham
- Poundbury
- Southampton
- Sutton Scotney
- Swindon
None of these are near you? Email Louise Greenwood to request a group in your area.
Still Not Sure? Take a look at some of the great comments from members in our current Space to Thrive groups:
“I felt so much lighter and less isolated”
“I always come away with a helpful tip – that I didn’t know I needed!”
“I’m grateful for all the advice and ideas you have given me!”
“Good to be able to have a chat in a neutral environment”
“Just the thing a new PM needs”
FAQs
Q. How much does it cost to join one of the ‘Spaces to Thrive’?
A. Nothing! Wessex LMCs is funding the PM Supporter to facilitate the sessions for you – all you need to do is allocate time in your diary, and pay for your coffee and cake.
Q. I don’t have time for this?
A. We know – but actually this might be the most valuable hour of your week! You can quickly get some tips from fellow PMs of how to tackle particular issues, and use the time to plan and prioritise your workload for the week ahead
Q. I already have loads of PM meetings in my diary – how is this one any different?
A. It will be smaller and more personal – and completely confidential. Your ‘Space to Thrive’ group will be a place to look at how to prepare for future challenges and what skills you might need as individuals or a group to enable you to relish, not dread, what is on the horizon.
Q. Can I leave at any time?
A. Of course you can! We do hope though that the support of your colleagues and the PM Supporter in your Space to Thrive group will help make the next steps easier as you work through common issues together that we know are coming up. We also hope that there will be space to look at you and your career and your own development needs.
Q. I am a new PM – will I look stupid if I am in a group of experienced PMs?
A. No – we have all been in your shoes. Some areas in our patch are losing some very experienced PMs at the moment. We hope these Spaces will prevent the PMs who are left, feeling isolated and not knowing who to turn to.
Q. Can my deputy attend one of the Spaces?
A. Yes – we want the Spaces to be for all those who feel the ultimate weight of responsibility as this is often the biggest challenge for managers. The Spaces are an ideal place to share expertise and develop the PMs of the future in our patch!
Q. I am a PCN Manager – can I join a Space?
A. Yes – these are perfect places to build relationships and learn together.
Q. How do a join a Space?
Email louise.greenwood@wessexlmcs.org.uk Louise will group local PMs together where possible to make meeting up easier, and to share local knowledge.
Our Spaces to Thrive are only available to Managers of Wessex LMCs practices & PCNs. For any queries, please email louise.greenwood@wessexlmcs.org.uk
Practice Manager Guidance
Do click here for our Practice Manager Guidance pages