Services Database Community Pharmacy: Condom distribution scheme for young people (East Sussex County Council Area)
Service ID
506937
Description
The East Sussex C-Card scheme is a free and confidential co-ordinated condom
distribution network for young people aged 13 – 24 years in East Sussex. It aims to
provide quick and confidential access to condoms, supported by evidence based, accurate
contraceptive and sexual health information, and sign posting to comprehensive
contraceptive and sexual health services. The scheme has been established in East
Sussex for a number of years and currently includes providers from a wide range of
organisations and sectors.
Location of service
Sussex LPC
Commissioner
Local Authority (LA)
Method of commissioning
Local Authority contract
Source of funding
Service type
Sexual health
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
All staff distributing condoms as part of the C-card Condom Distribution Scheme must have received training in order to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and competencies required to provide a good level of service.
All staff delievering the scheme are expected to attend update and refresher training every three years.
Training days are regularly organised by ESCC through the year
