Wellford Resources

Patient Resources

Find helpful societies, support groups and condition specific articles to help you more effectively manage your condition.

You can also find our patient decision support tool that offers more insight into how we assess which type of medical cannabis might be right for you.

Samaritans

They are waiting for your call.
Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. They are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

What does a social prescriber do?

Connect to support with loneliness, isolation, housing, work, bereavement.

Social Prescribing Link Workers

Social Prescribing Link Workers are part of new health and wellbeing services in NHS surgeries

NHS Talking Therapy Services

If you live in England and are aged 18 or over, you can access NHS talking therapies services for anxiety and depression.

A GP can refer you, or you can refer yourself directly without a referral.

England & Wales NHS 111

If you think you need medical help right now, 111 online can tell you what to do next.

England & Wales Urgent Treatment Centres

Urgent treatment centres (UTCs) provide medical help when it’s not a life-threatening emergency. They can diagnose and deal with many of the common problems people go to A&E for.

Scotland NHS 111

If you think you need medical help right now, 111 online can tell you what to do next.

Northern Ireland Health and Social Care

If you have an injury or illness which requires urgent treatment that is not life threatening we urge you to #PHONEFIRST before travelling to an Emergency Department.

You will be signposted to the most appropriate urgent care service for your needs – this may be GP Out of Hours, a Minor Injuries Unit, an Urgent Care Centre or an Emergency Departme

For Many the Battle Continues

Clinical treatment and support for veterans from the British Armed Forces, focusing on those with complex mental health issues resulting from their experiences during military service.

NHS 5 steps to mental wellbeing

Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life.

NHS Kickstart Your Health

Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, drink less alcohol, get active or quit smoking, you have access to lots of free tools and support through Better Health. You can also find simple ways to lift your mood with Every Mind Matters.

Heatwave: how to cope in hot weather

Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it’s too hot, there are health risks. During heatwaves, more people than usual get seriously ill or die. If hot weather hits this summer, make sure it does not harm you or anyone you know.

Winter vaccinations and winter health

There are some things you can do to help yourself stay well in winter. This includes getting your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.

How To Wash Your Hands

Washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and others from illnesses such as food poisoning and viruses such as flu and coronavirus (COVID-19).

Mind

How to get help in a mental health crisis

Give Us A Shout

This year’s World Suicide Prevention Day focuses on ‘Changing the Narrative on Suicide,’ with a call to ‘Start the Conversation’.

Talking about suicide can reduce stigma and removes barriers to help-seeking, making those experiencing suicidal thoughts feel less isolated and more able to seek the support they need.

Free mental health support

Mind. Supported self-help is available for adults living in England and the Channel Islands.

Support at Home

Get help with the British Red Cross. Practical, local and emotional support to people around the UK.

What is mindfulness?

It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much.

Paying more attention to the present moment – to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you – can improve your mental wellbeing.

How does mindfulness work?

Mindfulness is a technique you can learn which involves noticing what’s happening in the present moment, without judgement. You might take notice and be aware of your mind, body or surroundings.

How to meditate for beginners

Meditation is not mystical – it’s simply a way for us to stop for a moment and be calm. In a busy world, it gives us the permission to pause, breathe and reset.

Coping with crime

Experiencing a crime can have a significant impact on your mental and emotional wellbeing. We believe everyone should have the right to feel safe in their home and community and get the support they need to cope and move forward after crime.

Turn 2 Us

Everyone in the UK should have financial security so they can thrive.

Sitting Exercises

These gentle sitting exercises can be done at home and will help improve your mobility and prevent falls.

Flexibility Exercises

These flexibility exercises can be done at home to help improve your health and mobility.

Do not worry if you have not done much exercise for a while, the exercises are gentle and easy to follow.

Balance Exercises

These simple balance exercises can be done at home to help improve your health and mobility.

Do not worry if you have not done much exercise for a while, these balance exercises are gentle and easy to follow.

Strength Exercises

Strength exercises like these can be done at home to improve your health and mobility.

Do not worry if you have not done much for a while, these strength exercises are gentle and easy to follow.

You will be heard, you will be believed

Helpline for anyone experiencing domestic or sexual violence – free and confidential 24/7.

National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC)

NAPAC (the National Association for People Abused in Childhood) offers support to adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect.

Discrimination and Hate Crimes

Stop Hate is a leading National organisation working to challenge all forms of Hate Crime and discrimination based on any aspect of an individuals identity

LGBTQ+ Support

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. They can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling.