This service is currently paused whilst we review the wider services we offer from the Health Hive.
Was a new pilot service developed in July 2020 in response to requests from GP Practice to support them with their nursing needs.
Following consultation with and requests from GP Practices, the Federations Experienced Nurse Network provides:
We provide a range of cover to practices, including:
Practices have found this service most helpful to support them with:
For practices wanting to access this service please contact us, hello@boltongpfed.co.uk
Between April 2025 and December 2025, the Central South Live Well CVD and Diabetes Project was delivered in partnership with Bolton Community Voluntary Sector.
The programme was developed in response to significant health inequalities within the Central South neighbourhood of Bolton, where residents experience some of the highest rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and diabetes in the borough, alongside lower engagement with preventative healthcare services.
The project tested and evaluated a community-first model of prevention and early intervention, designed to improve access to screening, support earlier identification of cardiovascular and diabetes risk, and strengthen engagement with communities who face barriers to traditional healthcare services.
This Bolton Council-funded pilot targeted children and young people aged 0–30 in Central South Bolton (Central and Rumworth Primary Care Networks), focusing on areas with the highest levels of MMR vaccine under-uptake.
The project combined community outreach, clinic delivery, and targeted call and recall activity, alongside wider health promotion including cancer screening advice and “better conversations” about health.
Work began in September 2024 with VCSE engagement, workforce preparation, and co-designed communications through a “Say Yes” campaign. Delivery ran from 1 October to 31 December 2024 across GP practices, Bolton Health Hive, and community venues.
Key activity included:
The programme also tested an alternative call and recall model using clinicians, social prescribers, and care coordinators to directly engage patients and address vaccine hesitancy.
Key insights:
Outcome:
The pilot demonstrated the value of hyper-local, community-led delivery models and highlighted the importance of accurate clinical coding, trusted relationships, and tailored communications in improving vaccine uptake.
The “SMEARS Means Years” programme delivered walk-in cervical screening clinics in partnership with community organisations across Bolton, bringing screening into trusted, accessible community settings.
Clinics were designed to reduce barriers to access and support women who may not attend traditional GP appointments, including those who were overdue for screening or attending for the first time.
Sessions were delivered with partners including Flowhesion Foundation, Sapphire Bolton, Learning Disability Services, Healthwatch Bolton, Answer Cancer GM, and Bolton FT Health Improvement Practitioner Service.
October 2024 – January 2025
Bolton GP Federation led the delivery of a mobile COVID vaccination programme across Bolton, Bury, Oldham and Rochdale, targeting communities experiencing health inequalities and lower vaccination uptake.
Working with local authorities, the NHS, VCSE organisations and community leaders, the programme delivered hyper-local vaccination clinics alongside health advice and support to improve access and confidence in vaccination services.
Impact
Key learning
The programme demonstrated the value of community-based outreach in reaching underserved populations, while highlighting the importance of strong local partnerships, flexible delivery models, and trusted community engagement in reducing health inequalities.
The Lipid Optimisation Programme was delivered through the GM Federation Collaborative to improve cholesterol management across Greater Manchester. The programme increased access to lipid-lowering treatment through community clinics, home visits, shared clinical pathways, and a coordinated workforce model.
Impact
Key learning
A collaborative, community-based approach helped improve access to treatment, while shared resources, real-time data, and strong partnerships supported consistent delivery across Greater Manchester.
