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Summary

• This is a health centre property.
• Services within the building include: Main Health Centre Building - Paediatric Occupational Therapy, Paediatric Physiotherapy, Community Paediatrics, Public Health Nursing/Starting Well Service, Reach4wellbeing, Continence, Adult Speech & Language Services, Heart Failure Clinic, Audiology, Genetics Clinic, Adult Learning Disabilities Psychiatry, Podiatry, Looked after Children Service.
• Child Adolescent Mental Health Services & Learning Disabilities - CAMS Service. Sexual Health Service. Community Dentistry Service.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Kidderminster Health Centre is located on Bromsgrove Street and can be accessed by the A451.
  • Kidderminster Health Centre has standard on street parking and on street Blue Badge bays. There is also a public car park located across the street from Kidderminster Health Centre.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is located on Bromsgrove Street with routes 2, 4, 4A, 7, 7A, 9A, 9A, 42, 291, 292, 2 92S and 297 operating here.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Kidderminster which is approximately 0.7 miles away.
• Useful Links View
  • The links below are for the bus providers operating near Kidderminster Health Centre.
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  • The link below is the train provider for Kidderminster train station.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request, Makaton on request and different languages on request.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow to aid transferring around the building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
• Home visits services are available.
• Home visits can be arrange under extenuating circumstances.

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Public Parking

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• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Bromsgrove Street.
  • The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 280cm x 560cm (9ft 2in x 18ft 4in).
  • There are not parking charges for the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Standard on street parking is available.
• Public Car Park View
  • There is a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
  • The public car park is located on Bromsgrove Street.
  • The name of the car park is Bromsgrove Street Car Park.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.

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Bus Stop(s) and Drop-off Point(s)

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• Bus Stop(s) View
  • There is not an onsite bus stop.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked onsite drop-off point(s).

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Opening Times

• Monday 13:15 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 13:15 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 13:15 - 17:00.
• Thursday 13:15 - 17:00.
• Friday 13:15 - 17:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 12:30.
• Sunday 09:00 - 12:30.

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• Comments View
  • Saturday, Sunday & bank Holidays 09.00-12.30 Emergency Treatment Drop-in
  • Drop-in limited to 12 patients advise to call in advance 01562 514515.

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Outside Access (Dental Service Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the main health centre.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the entrance door.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.

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Reception (Dental Service Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the left as you enter the Dental Service entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Dental Service main entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is low (76cm or lower).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • Patients require a referral from a health care professional.
  • Referral forms available on our website.

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Entrance (from main Waiting Room to Surgeries)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of reception.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a hand sanitiser.
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
• Comments View
  • Reception or Dental staff release the doors for patients to enter the department.

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Inside Access

• There is level access once inside.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the waiting area, from a radio.
• Wayfinding signage is available.
• The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl/laminate.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Waiting Room / Area (Waiting Area)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 16m from the Dental Service entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is not a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Chairs with armrests are not available.
• Announcements are in person.
• The waiting room / area does have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
• There is not a television.
• Vending machines are not available.
• A water dispenser is not available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Waiting Room / Area (Waiting Room 2)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 15m from the Dental Service entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Chairs with armrests are not available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Announcements are in person.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
• There is not a television.
• Vending machines are not available.
• A water dispenser is not available.
• There is a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Dental Surgery)

• There is / are 2 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Dental Surgery 1.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is available.
• The hoist is manual.
• A sling is available.
• The sling is attached by hook and loop.
• There is not sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is/are adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Comments View
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located in the main Health Centre by the waiting room.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the foyer.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Dental Service entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • Images show male and female toilets.
  • The toilets are accessed via a keypad, the code for access needs to be requested from reception.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Kidderminster Health Centre link (new tab) - click here.