Polish Migrants Experience of Neonatal and Maternity Care in the UK

Outline:

• To understand the Polish Community and Culture
• To discuss the difference between the NHS and Polish Healthcare system
• To recognise the challenges that professionals encounter when supporting the Polish community and how these can be understood and managed effectively

By the end of the workshop participants will:

• Recognise the difference between Polish culture and British culture
• Understand the difference between the NHS and Polish Health system particularly in terms of neonatal and maternity care
• Recognise the reasons why Polish people may return to Poland for healthcare support
• Understand the barriers, which may affect Polish community engagement with services and identify possible solutions

Audience: Neonatal, Maternity, MVP and Perinatal Mental Health staff in the East of England Region.

If you have any queries please contact Rachel Heathcock, Senior Policy Officer Equity in Health, EELGA, email; rachel.heathcock@eelga.gov.uk