Bereavement Support
Vaccinations
Bereavement Support
National
Bereavement Advice Centre
Bereavement Advice Centre is a free helpline and web-based information service provided by Co-op Legal Services. They provide practical information and advice and signposting on the many issues and procedures that face us after the death of someone close.
National
Child Death Helpline
A helpline for anyone affected by the death of a child in any circumstance, however recent or long ago.
Local
Kaleidoscope team – Bereavement play specialist
Provides holistic care through play to meet the emotional, social and cognitive needs of children with life limiting illnesses. This includes improving quality of life and developmental play for children who lose skills due to illness. Play will help children gain confidence and gives them an outlet for frustrations.
National
The Lullaby Trust
The Lullaby Trust provides emotional support for bereaved families, promotes expert advice on safer baby sleep and raises awareness of sudden infant death.
Local
Care for Grenfell
The Care for Grenfell team has been set up for anyone who has been affected by the Grenfell Tower fire and offers a single front door to access services and support.
Local
Cruse Bereavement Care- Kensington & Chelsea
Cruse provides support by counselling to those who have been bereaved.
National
Samaritans
Samaritans is a unique charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection. They offer a safe place for you to talk at any point, in your own way.
Vaccinations
Information leaflet
The Real Dangers Of Missing Vaccinations
For 2019-20, London had the worst vaccinationrates for all parts of the UK. For some vaccinations,up to 1 in 4 children had not been vaccinated soweren’t protected against illness and death.
Information leaflet
MMR Vaccine FAQs
Without their MMR vaccine, your child is at risk of catching measles, mumps and rubella and could become seriously ill.
Information leaflet
Have Your Polio Vaccine Now
All children aged 1 to 9 years in London need to have a dose of polio vaccine now. For some children this may be an extra dose of polio vaccine, on top of their routine vaccinations.
Cancer and End of Life
Carers Support
Cancer and End of Life
National
Bowel Cancer UK
Bowel cancer UK is the nations leading charity. They provide information and support for individuals affected by bowel cancer.
National
Cancer Support
Cancer support provides practical and emotional support to people with cancer, during and after the treatment period.
Local
Kaleidoscope – End of life care Children
The Kaleidoscope service is a three pronged children’s palliative care service which helps support children and families to promote the best quality of life as possible. Professionals involved in the care of the child being referred. Specific medical evidence is needed but can be obtained from associated medical professionals.
Local
Macmillan Information and Support Centre
They offer a drop-in service, providing cancer information and emotional support to anyone affected by cancer. The Macmillan Centre is open Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm in the Lower Ground Floor Outpatients Atrium (between lift banks C and D) at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
Local
Pembridge Hospice and Palliative Care
Provide holistic palliative care for people who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. Patients are referred to Pembridge Hospice by health or social care professionals. We accept referrals for patients with GPs based in the following CCG areas: Brent, Central London, Hammersmith and Fulham & West London.
National
Breast Cancer Care UK
Breast Cancer care, provides information and support for women with breast cancer.
National
Compassion in Dying
National charity providing information and resources to help you talk about and plan for the end of life.
Local
Kaleidoscope team – Bereavement play specialist
Provides holistic care through play to meet the emotional, social and cognitive needs of children with life limiting illnesses. This includes improving quality of life and developmental play for children who lose skills due to illness. Play will help children gain confidence and gives them an outlet for frustrations.
National
Marie Curie
Marie Curie provides support to everyone affected a terminal diagnosis to achieve the best quality of life, and support you to keep your independence and dignity for as long as possible.
National
Sue Ryder
Provides support for people living with a terminal illness or neurological condition as well as bereavement support. Palliative and neurological services are delivered at specialist centres across the country and in people’s homes.
Carers Support
Local
Carers Kensington & Chelsea
Carers Kensington & Chelsea provides free advice and information to carers looking after someone who lives in Kensington and Chelsea. Carers Kensington & Chelsea can provide advice on, benefits and grants for carers and their family, community care assessments and carers assessments, carers Personal Budgets. local services available for carers (including health, support, activities, outings and counselling).
National Services
Carers UK
Bereavement Advice Centre is a free helpline and web-based information service provided by Co-op Legal Services. They provide practical information and advice and signposting on the many issues and procedures that face us after the death of someone close.
Local
Carers Network
Carers network provide a tailored service to unpaid carers; supporting them to identify their needs and empowering them to make informed choices for themselves and the person they care for.
National Services
Carers Trust
Works with a network of partners to support carers in their homes and communities by providing replacement care, advice and emotional support.
Child Health
Bereavement Support
National
Bereavement Advice Centre
Bereavement Advice Centre is a free helpline and web-based information service provided by Co-op Legal Services. They provide practical information and advice and signposting on the many issues and procedures that face us after the death of someone close.
National
Child Death Helpline
A helpline for anyone affected by the death of a child in any circumstance, however recent or long ago.
Local
Kaleidoscope team – Bereavement play specialist
Provides holistic care through play to meet the emotional, social and cognitive needs of children with life limiting illnesses. This includes improving quality of life and developmental play for children who lose skills due to illness. Play will help children gain confidence and gives them an outlet for frustrations.
National
The Lullaby Trust
The Lullaby Trust provides emotional support for bereaved families, promotes expert advice on safer baby sleep and raises awareness of sudden infant death.
Local
Care for Grenfell
The Care for Grenfell team has been set up for anyone who has been affected by the Grenfell Tower fire and offers a single front door to access services and support.
Local
Cruse Bereavement Care- Kensington & Chelsea
Cruse provides support by counselling to those who have been bereaved.
National
Samaritans
Samaritans is a unique charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection. They offer a safe place for you to talk at any point, in your own way.
Vaccinations
Information leaflet
The Real Dangers Of Missing Vaccinations
For 2019-20, London had the worst vaccinationrates for all parts of the UK. For some vaccinations,up to 1 in 4 children had not been vaccinated soweren’t protected against illness and death.
Information leaflet
MMR Vaccine FAQs
Without their MMR vaccine, your child is at risk of catching measles, mumps and rubella and could become seriously ill.
Information leaflet
Have Your Polio Vaccine Now
All children aged 1 to 9 years in London need to have a dose of polio vaccine now. For some children this may be an extra dose of polio vaccine, on top of their routine vaccinations.
Cancer and End of Life
National
Bowel Cancer UK
Bowel cancer UK is the nations leading charity. They provide information and support for individuals affected by bowel cancer.
National
Cancer Support
Cancer support provides practical and emotional support to people with cancer, during and after the treatment period.
Local
Kaleidoscope – End of life care Children
The Kaleidoscope service is a three pronged children’s palliative care service which helps support children and families to promote the best quality of life as possible. Professionals involved in the care of the child being referred. Specific medical evidence is needed but can be obtained from associated medical professionals.
Local
Macmillan Information and Support Centre
They offer a drop-in service, providing cancer information and emotional support to anyone affected by cancer. The Macmillan Centre is open Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm in the Lower Ground Floor Outpatients Atrium (between lift banks C and D) at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
Local
Pembridge Hospice and Palliative Care
Provide holistic palliative care for people who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. Patients are referred to Pembridge Hospice by health or social care professionals. We accept referrals for patients with GPs based in the following CCG areas: Brent, Central London, Hammersmith and Fulham & West London.
National
Breast Cancer Care UK
Breast Cancer care, provides information and support for women with breast cancer.
National
Compassion in Dying
National charity providing information and resources to help you talk about and plan for the end of life.
Local
Kaleidoscope team – Bereavement play specialist
Provides holistic care through play to meet the emotional, social and cognitive needs of children with life limiting illnesses. This includes improving quality of life and developmental play for children who lose skills due to illness. Play will help children gain confidence and gives them an outlet for frustrations.
National
Marie Curie
Marie Curie provides support to everyone affected a terminal diagnosis to achieve the best quality of life, and support you to keep your independence and dignity for as long as possible.
National
Sue Ryder
Provides support for people living with a terminal illness or neurological condition as well as bereavement support. Palliative and neurological services are delivered at specialist centres across the country and in people’s homes.
Carers Support
Local
Carers Kensington & Chelsea
Carers Kensington & Chelsea provides free advice and information to carers looking after someone who lives in Kensington and Chelsea. Carers Kensington & Chelsea can provide advice on, benefits and grants for carers and their family, community care assessments and carers assessments, carers Personal Budgets. local services available for carers (including health, support, activities, outings and counselling).
National Services
Carers UK
Bereavement Advice Centre is a free helpline and web-based information service provided by Co-op Legal Services. They provide practical information and advice and signposting on the many issues and procedures that face us after the death of someone close.
Local
Carers Network
Carers network provide a tailored service to unpaid carers; supporting them to identify their needs and empowering them to make informed choices for themselves and the person they care for.
National Services
Carers Trust
Works with a network of partners to support carers in their homes and communities by providing replacement care, advice and emotional support.
Child Health
Information Leaflets
Caring for Children with Coughs
Information on how to look after a child who has a cough (not due to asthma).
Useful Information
Guide to Coughs, Colds, Earache & Sore Throats
This booklet is for parents (and older children) and deals with common infections in children who are normally healthy. It is not meant for children who have ongoing health problems such as asthma, heart, or kidney problems. You should not rely on the advice in this leaflet for children who are less than 6 months old. Babies younger than this can respond differently to infections.
Local
Healthy Start
The Healthy Start scheme helps you give your family the very best start in life. If you are pregnant or have a child under four years old, you could get Healthy Start vouchers to help buy some basic food. In Kensington and Chelsea, women and children can also receive free vitamins.
Useful Information
Development Checks
Information on regular health and development check to support you and your baby.
Local
Health Visiting Team – Kensington & Chelsea
The health visiting teams work with mothers, their families, and community groups to promote the health and wellbeing of children between the antenatal period and the child’s fifth year of age.
Useful Information
Vaccination Schedule
Information on the eight weeks, then 12 weeks, 16 weeks and one year vaccination schedule.
Community Services (Health and Wellbeing)
Child Health
Information Leaflets
Caring for Children with Coughs
Information on how to look after a child who has a cough (not due to asthma).
Useful Information
Guide to Coughs, Colds, Earache & Sore Throats
This booklet is for parents (and older children) and deals with common infections in children who are normally healthy. It is not meant for children who have ongoing health problems such as asthma, heart, or kidney problems. You should not rely on the advice in this leaflet for children who are less than 6 months old. Babies younger than this can respond differently to infections.
Local
Healthy Start
The Healthy Start scheme helps you give your family the very best start in life. If you are pregnant or have a child under four years old, you could get Healthy Start vouchers to help buy some basic food. In Kensington and Chelsea, women and children can also receive free vitamins.
Useful Information
Development Checks
Information on regular health and development check to support you and your baby.
Local
Health Visiting Team – Kensington & Chelsea
The health visiting teams work with mothers, their families, and community groups to promote the health and wellbeing of children between the antenatal period and the child’s fifth year of age.
Useful Information
Vaccination Schedule
Information on the eight weeks, then 12 weeks, 16 weeks and one year vaccination schedule.
Community Services (Health and Wellbeing)
Local
The Dalgarno Trust
The Dalgarno Trust is a community centre serving North Kensington, offering a wide range of activities, projects and services that promote, health, wellbeing and inclusion for both the young and the not so young.
Domestic Violence & Abuse
Drugs and Alcohol
Domestic Violence & Abuse
National Services
Hestia
Provide support for victims of modern slavery, women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, young care leavers and older people.
National Services
Men Kind Initiative
Provide a range of services directly to men such as a anonymous national helpline that any man, anywhere can call us. We also support others to provide services for men so we run a one day training course, a national conference and a directory of services.
National Services
Refuge
Refuge supports women and children who experience all forms of violence and abuse, including domestic violence, sexual violence, female genital mutilation, forced marriage, so-called ‘honour’-based violence, and human trafficking and modern slavery.
Local
The Angelou Partnership
There mission is to support women & young girls in Kensington and Chelsea experiencing, domestic violence & abuse, harassment or stalking, faith based violence, child exploitation, sexual assault or rape, female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
National Services
Women’s Trust
Women’s trust is set up specifically to provide counselling for women; to help them address the impact of domestic abuse on their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Local
Hestia Domestic Abuse Support Services
“If you need support with Domestic Abuse, Hestia can provide support with, finding permanent housing, accessing financial support, healthcare, children’s education.
emotional support helping mothers to rebuild their self-confidence and improving parenting skills. Hestia are also committed to helping the children in their refuges as much as possible. They help them to talk about their feelings, give them space to play and be children again.”
National Services
Men’s Advice Line
Men’s Advice Line: confidential helpline for men experiencing domestic violence from a partner or ex-partner (or from other family members).
Local
Safeguarding children
If you want to report any abuse or discuss concerns in relation to children and young people please contact the team.
National Services
Women’s Trust
Women’s trust is set up specifically to provide counselling for women; to help them address the impact of domestic abuse on their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Local
Women’s Association for Networking and Development (WAND)
WAND is an independent charity that addresses the problems facing women in isolated and excluded communities through drop-in sessions, outreach services and networking events.
Drugs and Alcohol
National Services
Addiction
Drug, alcohol and mental health charity which provides advice and support to help people change their behaviour to become the very best they can be, resulting in lasting change to their lives.
Local
Insight KC
Insight supports young people, families and children who are affected by drug and alcohol use. We know that young people often face a lot of different pressures so we try to provide a range of services to ensure our recovery options are as varied as possible.
Local
The Alcohol Service Kensington & Chelsea
The Alcohol Service (TAS) is a free and confidential alcohol service for adults, families, carers and affected others in the London boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster.
Local
The Drug and Alcohol Well-being Service
The Drug and Alcohol Well-being Service (DAWS) offers free advice, support and recovery services for residents affected by drug and alcohol misuse in Kensington and Chelsea.
National Services
We are with you
Get free, confidential support with alcohol, drugs or mental health from one of our local services or online.
Local
Build on Belief
Build on Belief specialises in designing, implementing and running weekend services for people who are struggling with, or are in recovery from their substance use; namely drugs and alcohol.
National Services
Talk to Frank
This services provides access to information on services that can provide advice, support and information on the effects of drugs.
National
The Alcohol Test
DrinkCoach was launched in 2013 by a pioneering team from Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol (HAGA) to help individuals track and change their drinking. The app made it easier for individuals to track the number of units and calories consumed as well as the costs of drinking, on the go and for free.
Local
The CNWL Club Drug Clinic
The CNWL Club Drug Clinic is an innovative service for adult clubbers and LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transsexual) people who live in the London boroughs of Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea or Westminster and have developed problems with a range of ‘club drugs’. It is a free NHS service provided by Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL).
Employment / Welfare / Benefits Advice
Family Support Services
Employment / Welfare / Benefits Advice
Local
Advice and benefits
Information on benefits advice and support in Kensington and Chelsea.
National Services
Citizens advice bureau
This service provides support and advise on benefits, employment and welfare, among other services.
National Services
Scope
Scope runs employment support programmes for working-aged disabled and non-disabled people. They offer support online and offline.
National Services
Turn2us
Provides financial support when times get tough to people get back on track.
Local
Balance – Supported Employment Service
Balance is an employment support service for people who have a learning, physical or sensory disability and live in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Local
Citizens Advice Kensington & Chelsea
Support and advice on benefits, employment and welfare, among other services.
Local
The Clement James Centre
Located in North Kensington, the Clement James Centre is a charity that delivers a programme of education, employment and support, providing opportunities to enable over 1,000 local people each year to achieve their potential.
Family Support Services
Local
Care for Grenfell
The Care for Grenfell team has been set up for anyone who has been affected by the Grenfell Tower fire and offers a single front door to access services and support.
Local
Grenfell Response and Recovery
Information , support and advice services for individuals and family’s affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.
Local
Full of Life’s Family Support Service
Full of Life’s Family Support Service is an independent advice and support service for parent carers of disabled children.
Local
Home-Start Westminster
Home- Start provides support ANY family living in Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea who needs us, providing there is at least 1 child under 5, or a baby on the way.
Community Services (Health and Wellbeing)
Local
The Dalgarno Trust
The Dalgarno Trust is a community centre serving North Kensington, offering a wide range of activities, projects and services that promote, health, wellbeing and inclusion for both the young and the not so young.
Domestic Violence & Abuse
National Services
Hestia
Provide support for victims of modern slavery, women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, young care leavers and older people.
National Services
Men Kind Initiative
Provide a range of services directly to men such as a anonymous national helpline that any man, anywhere can call us. We also support others to provide services for men so we run a one day training course, a national conference and a directory of services.
National Services
Refuge
Refuge supports women and children who experience all forms of violence and abuse, including domestic violence, sexual violence, female genital mutilation, forced marriage, so-called ‘honour’-based violence, and human trafficking and modern slavery.
Local
The Angelou Partnership
There mission is to support women & young girls in Kensington and Chelsea experiencing, domestic violence & abuse, harassment or stalking, faith based violence, child exploitation, sexual assault or rape, female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
National Services
Women’s Trust
Women’s trust is set up specifically to provide counselling for women; to help them address the impact of domestic abuse on their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Local
Hestia Domestic Abuse Support Services
“If you need support with Domestic Abuse, Hestia can provide support with, finding permanent housing, accessing financial support, healthcare, children’s education.
emotional support helping mothers to rebuild their self-confidence and improving parenting skills. Hestia are also committed to helping the children in their refuges as much as possible. They help them to talk about their feelings, give them space to play and be children again.”
National Services
Men’s Advice Line
Men’s Advice Line: confidential helpline for men experiencing domestic violence from a partner or ex-partner (or from other family members).
Local
Safeguarding children
If you want to report any abuse or discuss concerns in relation to children and young people please contact the team.
National Services
Women’s Trust
Women’s trust is set up specifically to provide counselling for women; to help them address the impact of domestic abuse on their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Local
Women’s Association for Networking and Development (WAND)
WAND is an independent charity that addresses the problems facing women in isolated and excluded communities through drop-in sessions, outreach services and networking events.
Drugs and Alcohol
National Services
Addiction
Drug, alcohol and mental health charity which provides advice and support to help people change their behaviour to become the very best they can be, resulting in lasting change to their lives.
Local
Insight KC
Insight supports young people, families and children who are affected by drug and alcohol use. We know that young people often face a lot of different pressures so we try to provide a range of services to ensure our recovery options are as varied as possible.
Local
The Alcohol Service Kensington & Chelsea
The Alcohol Service (TAS) is a free and confidential alcohol service for adults, families, carers and affected others in the London boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster.
Local
The Drug and Alcohol Well-being Service
The Drug and Alcohol Well-being Service (DAWS) offers free advice, support and recovery services for residents affected by drug and alcohol misuse in Kensington and Chelsea.
National Services
We are with you
Get free, confidential support with alcohol, drugs or mental health from one of our local services or online.
Local
Build on Belief
Build on Belief specialises in designing, implementing and running weekend services for people who are struggling with, or are in recovery from their substance use; namely drugs and alcohol.
National Services
Talk to Frank
This services provides access to information on services that can provide advice, support and information on the effects of drugs.
National
The Alcohol Test
DrinkCoach was launched in 2013 by a pioneering team from Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol (HAGA) to help individuals track and change their drinking. The app made it easier for individuals to track the number of units and calories consumed as well as the costs of drinking, on the go and for free.
Local
The CNWL Club Drug Clinic
The CNWL Club Drug Clinic is an innovative service for adult clubbers and LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transsexual) people who live in the London boroughs of Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea or Westminster and have developed problems with a range of ‘club drugs’. It is a free NHS service provided by Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL).
Employment / Welfare / Benefits Advice
Local
Advice and benefits
Information on benefits advice and support in Kensington and Chelsea.
National Services
Citizens advice bureau
This service provides support and advise on benefits, employment and welfare, among other services.
National Services
Scope
Scope runs employment support programmes for working-aged disabled and non-disabled people. They offer support online and offline.
National Services
Turn2us
Provides financial support when times get tough to people get back on track.
Local
Balance – Supported Employment Service
Balance is an employment support service for people who have a learning, physical or sensory disability and live in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Local
Citizens Advice Kensington & Chelsea
Support and advice on benefits, employment and welfare, among other services.
Local
The Clement James Centre
Located in North Kensington, the Clement James Centre is a charity that delivers a programme of education, employment and support, providing opportunities to enable over 1,000 local people each year to achieve their potential.
Family Support Services
Local
Care for Grenfell
The Care for Grenfell team has been set up for anyone who has been affected by the Grenfell Tower fire and offers a single front door to access services and support.
Local
Grenfell Response and Recovery
Information , support and advice services for individuals and family’s affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.
Local
Full of Life’s Family Support Service
Full of Life’s Family Support Service is an independent advice and support service for parent carers of disabled children.
Local
Home-Start Westminster
Home- Start provides support ANY family living in Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea who needs us, providing there is at least 1 child under 5, or a baby on the way.
Health Conditions Advice and Support
Homeless Support
Health Conditions Advice and Support
Information Leaflets
Aches and pains – Medication
Information for aches and pains, medication you can buy.
National Services
Arthritis Research UK – Advice
You don’t need to face arthritis alone. They have services where an advisor can provide you with information and advice about arthritis into one place to provide tailored support for you.
National Services
Asthma UK
This is a self referral service for parent with children who have asthma. They asses and support children who suffer form asthma.
Information Leaflets
Back pain- Non Acute (More than 6 weeks)
Non Acute back pain physiotherapy information leaflet.
Local
Breathe Easy Kensington and Chelsea support group
2nd Tuesday of every month, 2.15pm – 4pm.
National Services
British Lung Foundation
The British lung foundation provide support across the UK. They have regular local support groups run by their members.
Local
Children’s Chronic Arthritis Association
Provide a support network for children with arthritis and their families.
Useful Information
Diabetes Management Guide for Ramadan
Looking after diabetes during Ramadan guide for patients
National Services
Diabetes.co.uk Support Forums
Diabetes.co.uk is a health platform and patient-support network all to do with diabetes. They publish daily news and information guides on diabetes management, research and living with diabetes.
Useful Information
Diabetes Advice for Ramadan
Ramadan and diabetes guide for patients.
Information Leaflets
Emolliets
This leaflet explains the need to get the right treatment for common illnesses such as colds and coughs without encouraging antibiotic resistance.
National Services
Endometriosis
Endometriosis UK helps women take back control by providing vital support services, reliable information and a community for those affected by endometriosis
Information Leaflets
Get Well Soon Without Antibiotics
This leaflet explains the need to get the right treatment for common illnesses such as colds and coughs without encouraging antibiotic resistance.
Useful Information
GP Referral to a Specialist
Information on the GP referral processes.
Leaflets
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
Self Referral Form
Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS)
Community based service that offers appointments with specifically accredited optometrists for patients with sudden eye-health concerns.
Information Leaflets
Piles (hemorrhoids)
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products – Portuguese
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Poster
UTI information poster– English
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice- English
Poster
UTI information poster– Spanish
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Spanish
Poster
UTI information poster– Polish
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Polish.
Poster
UTI information poster– Portuguese
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Portuguese
Information Leaflets
Ankle Sprain
Ankle sprain physiotherapy information leaflet.
Information Leaflets
Asthma Action Plan
Information leaflet, create your personal asthma action plan.
National Services
Away with pain
Dedicated to providing information and support to people living with chronic pain.
Information Leaflets
Back pain- Acute (less than 6 weeks)
Acute back pain physiotherapy information leaflet.
Useful Information
Breathlessness
Information guide to support people experiencing breathlessness. This advice may not be suitable for everyone. If you need further advice, please contact your GP or health professional.
Useful Information
Care Planning: Improving the Lives of People with Long Term Conditions
Information on care planning for patients with long term conditions.
Useful Information
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – COPD
Information guide and advice on COPD symptoms, when to get medical advice, causes and treatments.
Useful Information
Diabetes Eat Well Guide
This booklet provides general guidance about food choices if you have Type 2 diabetes.
Useful Information
Diabetes Information
General information on diabetes causes, eye screening and management.
National Services
Diabetes UK Support Groups
Diabetes UK has active support groups working locally all over the United Kingdom. Groups typically meet once a month, but they often also take part in many other activities such as fundraising, campaigning and raising awareness.
Local
Empowering Deaf Society
EDS is a registered charity, dedicated to improving the quality of life for deaf people. We are a deaf–led charity and have a strong and diverse team of deaf and hearing professionals who work closely together delivering a variety of services for Deaf people.
Local
Healthcare (MSK)
MSK (Musculoskeletal Service)is a single service for muscle, bone, joint, back and neck problems.
Information Leaflets
Get Well Soon Without Antibiotics
This leaflet explains the need to get the right treatment for common illnesses such as colds and coughs without encouraging antibiotic resistance.
Information Leaflets
Hand Osteoarthritis
Hand osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
Information Leaflets
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hand osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
Information Leaflets
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
National Services
Lupus UK
Useful information guide on High blood cholesterol risks and how to manage the condition.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products – Polish
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products – Spanish
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
National Services
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society
The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society is ‘the voice’ of people affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) across the whole of the UK. They provide a help line Monday-Friday 9:30am-4:40pm.
Local
Know Diabetes- North West London
Knowing more about diabetes can have a big impact on your health and what choices you make today. Know Diabetes is here to help everyone affected by diabetes in North West London.
Poster
Warts, Verrucas and Duct Tape
Information guide for patients on how to manage warts and verrucas.
Poster
UTI information poster– Urdu
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Urdu
Homeless Support
Local
240 Project
Based in West London, 240Project is an established Arts and Health Activity Centre for those affected by homelessness and exclusion.
Local
Glass Door
Homeless Charity, providing support services for men and women affected by homelessness. The offer a Drop-in service at Chelsea Methodist Church,155a King’s Road, SW3 5TX, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9am and 2pm. Women only drop-in on Wednesdays between 3pm and 5pm. Access to showers, casework service, a GP, clothing store, laundry facilities and a free lunch. Access is limited to 100 people.
National Services
Emergency housing if you’re homeless
Information and advice for Emergency housing if you’re homeless.
National Services
Homeless Link
National membership charity for organisations working directly with people who become homeless in England. We work to make services better, provide information on local support services and campaign for policy change that will help end homelessness.
Local
Centre Point
Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills to get them back into education, training and employment.
Local
Kensington & Chelsea Homelessness Support Team
If you are homeless or being threatened with homelessness, you should contact the Council immediately.
National Services
Crisis
If you’re homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless, they can help you: find a safe home and settle in learn, get an education and skills training find work and apply for jobs look after your health and well-being volunteer and meet new people.
National Services
Shelter
Shelter offers help to millions of people every year struggling with homelessness or bad housing situations through providing through their advice and legal support services.
Hay Fever
Mental Health
Mental Health
Local
Community Living Well
Community Living Well is an integrated mental health and wellbeing service, for people with mental health needs who are being supported within Primary Care. Community Living Well offers a range of support for your social wellbeing, physical and mental health needs, such as Psychological Therapy.
Local
Single Point of Access
24 hour helpline. Their trained mental health advisers and clinicians provide help or advice in a crisis. Crisis response teams will also provide out of hours care and respond rapidly to your needs and provide the right care for you in an emergency.
National Services
Samaritans
Samaritans is a unique charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection. They offer a safe place for you to talk at any point, in your own way.
Leaflets
Work Well
Work Well helps people with common mental health problems move into paid work.
Local
Mind Kensington & Chelsea
Mind, the mental health charity, works to improve the lives of people suffering from mental health problems. Mission is to provide information and support to empower people experiencing mental health problems.
National Services
Rethink
Mind in Tower Hamlets and Newham (MITHN) has provides support to people with mental health needs, living in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and Newham.
Useful Information
Talking from the Heart
Mind in Tower Hamlets and Newham (MITHN) has provides support to people with mental health needs, living in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and Newham.
Older People Support
Health Conditions Advice and Support
Information Leaflets
Aches and pains – Medication
Information for aches and pains, medication you can buy.
National Services
Arthritis Research UK – Advice
You don’t need to face arthritis alone. They have services where an advisor can provide you with information and advice about arthritis into one place to provide tailored support for you.
National Services
Asthma UK
This is a self referral service for parent with children who have asthma. They asses and support children who suffer form asthma.
Information Leaflets
Back pain- Non Acute (More than 6 weeks)
Non Acute back pain physiotherapy information leaflet.
Local
Breathe Easy Kensington and Chelsea support group
2nd Tuesday of every month, 2.15pm – 4pm.
National Services
British Lung Foundation
The British lung foundation provide support across the UK. They have regular local support groups run by their members.
Local
Children’s Chronic Arthritis Association
Provide a support network for children with arthritis and their families.
Useful Information
Diabetes Management Guide for Ramadan
Looking after diabetes during Ramadan guide for patients
National Services
Diabetes.co.uk Support Forums
Diabetes.co.uk is a health platform and patient-support network all to do with diabetes. They publish daily news and information guides on diabetes management, research and living with diabetes.
Useful Information
Diabetes Advice for Ramadan
Ramadan and diabetes guide for patients.
Information Leaflets
Emolliets
This leaflet explains the need to get the right treatment for common illnesses such as colds and coughs without encouraging antibiotic resistance.
National Services
Endometriosis
Endometriosis UK helps women take back control by providing vital support services, reliable information and a community for those affected by endometriosis
Information Leaflets
Get Well Soon Without Antibiotics
This leaflet explains the need to get the right treatment for common illnesses such as colds and coughs without encouraging antibiotic resistance.
Useful Information
GP Referral to a Specialist
Information on the GP referral processes.
Leaflets
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
Self Referral Form
Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS)
Community based service that offers appointments with specifically accredited optometrists for patients with sudden eye-health concerns.
Information Leaflets
Piles (hemorrhoids)
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products – Portuguese
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Poster
UTI information poster– English
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice- English
Poster
UTI information poster– Spanish
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Spanish
Poster
UTI information poster– Polish
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Polish.
Poster
UTI information poster– Portuguese
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Portuguese
Information Leaflets
Ankle Sprain
Ankle sprain physiotherapy information leaflet.
Information Leaflets
Asthma Action Plan
Information leaflet, create your personal asthma action plan.
National Services
Away with pain
Dedicated to providing information and support to people living with chronic pain.
Information Leaflets
Back pain- Acute (less than 6 weeks)
Acute back pain physiotherapy information leaflet.
Useful Information
Breathlessness
Information guide to support people experiencing breathlessness. This advice may not be suitable for everyone. If you need further advice, please contact your GP or health professional.
Useful Information
Care Planning: Improving the Lives of People with Long Term Conditions
Information on care planning for patients with long term conditions.
Useful Information
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – COPD
Information guide and advice on COPD symptoms, when to get medical advice, causes and treatments.
Useful Information
Diabetes Eat Well Guide
This booklet provides general guidance about food choices if you have Type 2 diabetes.
Useful Information
Diabetes Information
General information on diabetes causes, eye screening and management.
National Services
Diabetes UK Support Groups
Diabetes UK has active support groups working locally all over the United Kingdom. Groups typically meet once a month, but they often also take part in many other activities such as fundraising, campaigning and raising awareness.
Local
Empowering Deaf Society
EDS is a registered charity, dedicated to improving the quality of life for deaf people. We are a deaf–led charity and have a strong and diverse team of deaf and hearing professionals who work closely together delivering a variety of services for Deaf people.
Local
Healthcare (MSK)
MSK (Musculoskeletal Service)is a single service for muscle, bone, joint, back and neck problems.
Information Leaflets
Get Well Soon Without Antibiotics
This leaflet explains the need to get the right treatment for common illnesses such as colds and coughs without encouraging antibiotic resistance.
Information Leaflets
Hand Osteoarthritis
Hand osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
Information Leaflets
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hand osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
Information Leaflets
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis physiotherapy exercise information leaflet.
National Services
Lupus UK
Useful information guide on High blood cholesterol risks and how to manage the condition.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products – Polish
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
Information Leaflets
Self Care- Over the counter products – Spanish
Information on self care and over the counter medication.
National Services
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society
The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society is ‘the voice’ of people affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) across the whole of the UK. They provide a help line Monday-Friday 9:30am-4:40pm.
Local
Know Diabetes- North West London
Knowing more about diabetes can have a big impact on your health and what choices you make today. Know Diabetes is here to help everyone affected by diabetes in North West London.
Poster
Warts, Verrucas and Duct Tape
Information guide for patients on how to manage warts and verrucas.
Poster
UTI information poster– Urdu
Information on UTI symptoms and self-care advice– Urdu
Homeless Support
Local
240 Project
Based in West London, 240Project is an established Arts and Health Activity Centre for those affected by homelessness and exclusion.
Local
Glass Door
Homeless Charity, providing support services for men and women affected by homelessness. The offer a Drop-in service at Chelsea Methodist Church,155a King’s Road, SW3 5TX, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9am and 2pm. Women only drop-in on Wednesdays between 3pm and 5pm. Access to showers, casework service, a GP, clothing store, laundry facilities and a free lunch. Access is limited to 100 people.
National Services
Emergency housing if you’re homeless
Information and advice for Emergency housing if you’re homeless.
National Services
Homeless Link
National membership charity for organisations working directly with people who become homeless in England. We work to make services better, provide information on local support services and campaign for policy change that will help end homelessness.
Local
Centre Point
Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills to get them back into education, training and employment.
Local
Kensington & Chelsea Homelessness Support Team
If you are homeless or being threatened with homelessness, you should contact the Council immediately.
National Services
Crisis
If you’re homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless, they can help you: find a safe home and settle in learn, get an education and skills training find work and apply for jobs look after your health and well-being volunteer and meet new people.
National Services
Shelter
Shelter offers help to millions of people every year struggling with homelessness or bad housing situations through providing through their advice and legal support services.
Mental Health
Local
Community Living Well
Community Living Well is an integrated mental health and wellbeing service, for people with mental health needs who are being supported within Primary Care. Community Living Well offers a range of support for your social wellbeing, physical and mental health needs, such as Psychological Therapy.
Local
Single Point of Access
24 hour helpline. Their trained mental health advisers and clinicians provide help or advice in a crisis. Crisis response teams will also provide out of hours care and respond rapidly to your needs and provide the right care for you in an emergency.
National Services
Samaritans
Samaritans is a unique charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection. They offer a safe place for you to talk at any point, in your own way.
Leaflets
Work Well
Work Well helps people with common mental health problems move into paid work.
Local
Mind Kensington & Chelsea
Mind, the mental health charity, works to improve the lives of people suffering from mental health problems. Mission is to provide information and support to empower people experiencing mental health problems.
National Services
Rethink
Mind in Tower Hamlets and Newham (MITHN) has provides support to people with mental health needs, living in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and Newham.
Useful Information
Talking from the Heart
Mind in Tower Hamlets and Newham (MITHN) has provides support to people with mental health needs, living in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and Newham.
Older People Support
Local
Open Age
Open Age provide a wide range of physical, creative and mentally stimulating activities to enable older people to develop new skills, fulfil their potential and make new friends.
National Services
National Dementia Helpline
This is a national helpline which is open seven days a week and they provide information, advice and emotional support to anyone affected by dementia.
National Services
Parkinson’s UK
National charity providing support for people with Parkinson’s and their carers. Join their online community on the Parkinson’s UK forum to talk to others about your experiences.
National Services
Alzheimer’s Society
Alzheimer’s society provides support for people affected by dementia. They provide a combination of face-to-face support within telephone and online advice and information by specially trained Dementia advisers.
Local
Octavia Foundation- Befriending Service
The service is available to isolated and vulnerable adults aged 18 or above. Individuals are matched with a volunteer befriender who visits once a week for a minimum of six months. A befriender can visit in the person’s own home or provide the support needed to venture out.
Screening Services (Breast/ Bowel/ Cervical)
Older People Support
Local
Open Age
Open Age provide a wide range of physical, creative and mentally stimulating activities to enable older people to develop new skills, fulfil their potential and make new friends.
National Services
National Dementia Helpline
This is a national helpline which is open seven days a week and they provide information, advice and emotional support to anyone affected by dementia.
National Services
Parkinson’s UK
National charity providing support for people with Parkinson’s and their carers. Join their online community on the Parkinson’s UK forum to talk to others about your experiences.
National Services
Alzheimer’s Society
Alzheimer’s society provides support for people affected by dementia. They provide a combination of face-to-face support within telephone and online advice and information by specially trained Dementia advisers.
Local
Octavia Foundation- Befriending Service
The service is available to isolated and vulnerable adults aged 18 or above. Individuals are matched with a volunteer befriender who visits once a week for a minimum of six months. A befriender can visit in the person’s own home or provide the support needed to venture out.
Screening Services (Breast/ Bowel/ Cervical)
Local
London Breast Screening – West London
Provides a free breast screening service for women in registered with GPs in Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. If you have queries about your screening appointment please contact the team.
Video
How to do your Bowel Screening Test- Potruguese
Video on how to do your NHS bowel cancer screening test.
Video
How to do your Bowel Screening Test- Multiple Languages
Video on how to do your NHS bowel cancer screening test.
National Services
NHS Bowel Screening
This websites provides information on bowel screening, how to get a kit and information on general support available.
National Services
Cervical Screening
This websites provides information on cervical screening, what it is, why its important and how to book an appointment.
National Services
NHS Breast Screening
This is a search function which helps you find local breast screening services.
Video
How to do your Bowel Screening Test- English
Video on how to do your NHS bowel cancer screening test.
Sexual Health
Smoking
Sexual Health
National Services
Brook
Brook offers sexual health support for Under 25s. They offer local services, education programmes conducted by trained professionals.
Useful Information
Contraception Guide
Useful information guide on contraception methods and where to get it.
Leaflets
Epilepsy- Contraception/ Pregnancy Issues
This leaflet provides some initial advice about contraception and pregnancy for women who have epilepsy.
Leaflets
Long-acting reversible contraception
Information on long-acting reversible contraception. This leaflet tells you about the care you can expect from the doctors and nurses who provide long-acting reversible contraceptives.
National Services
NHS Sexual Health Information
Search function to help you find information on sexual health and support services.
Local
Central and North West London Sexual health Services
This is a search function which can be used to find your nearest sexual health clinic.
Useful Information
Emergency Contraception
Facts and advice about emergency contraception, when to take it and how it works.
Local
John Hunter Clinic for Sexual Health (JHC)
John Hunter Clinic is a friendly, confidential and free NHS sexual health clinic based on the 3rd Floor of St Stephen’s Centre (opposite Tesco) next to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. Open Monday to Friday with three evening clinics on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays. Appointments can be booked over the phone by calling 020 3315 4040 and daily walk in slots.
Local
Local Sextual Health Clinics
Information on local sextual health clinics.
Local
Raymede Clinic
Raymede Clinic offers free and confidential sexual health services. They do not offer STI screening for men who have symptoms (something wrong). If you have symptoms (something wrong) please visit your local STI clinic.
Smoking
Poster
Kick It
Kick It offers a free stop smoking service to all local residents who are looking to quit and by seeing a specialist Kick It advisor
National Services
Smoke free National Helpline
Smoke Free is a free national service providing information, support and advice on local services which can help you to quit smoking.
App
NHS Smoking free – Mobile App
This App provides a 4 week programme which has daily motivation and support to help you to quit smoking for good.
National Services
Stop Smoking London
Stop Smoking London exists to help Londoners to quit smoking.
Travel Advice
Virtual Support
Travel Advice
Poster
Holiday Medication
Get advice about travelling abroad, including the latest on safety, security and travel warnings.
National Services
Travel Advice and Vaccinations
Get advice about travelling abroad, including the latest on safety, security and travel warnings.
Virtual Support
App
#Reason2
#Reasons2 is an app designed by Young People and Washington Mind to help improve mental health. The app will allow people to manage their mental wellness by building their own profile of Reasons2 feel better.
App
Coronavirus: A book for Children
A free information book explaining the coronavirus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler.
App
NHS Apps Library
Find apps and online tools to help you manage your health and wellbeing.
App
Stoptober
Created for those who want to stop smoking, the Stoptober app is a 4 week programme that puts practical support, encouragement and tailored advice in the palm of your hand.
App
The Veterans’ Gateway App
The Veterans’ Gateway app helps veterans find support organisations in their area using their smartphone or tablet. These organisations cover both the Armed Forces sector and wider charity and not-for-profit sectors.
App
Bright Sky
Bright Sky is a free to download mobile app providing support and information for anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know.
App
Elefriends App
Elefriends is a supportive online community from the mental health charity Mind. We all know what it’s like to struggle sometimes, but now there’s a safe place to listen, share and be heard. Whether you’re feeling good right now, or really low, it’s a place to share experiences and listen to others.
App
Sleep Cycle: Sleep analysis & Smart alarm clock
Relax, sleep better and wake up feeling rested with Sleep Cycle, the smart alarm clock. Track sleep from bedtime to morning, and get detailed analysis with the app that makes waking up in the morning just that bit easier.
App
StreetLink
The StreetLink mobile app StreetLink uses people who care, to connect people who need help, with those that can help them by enabling members of the public to alert local authorities and street outreach services in England and Wales about people they have seen sleeping rough.
Screening Services (Breast/ Bowel/ Cervical)
Local
London Breast Screening – West London
Provides a free breast screening service for women in registered with GPs in Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. If you have queries about your screening appointment please contact the team.
Video
How to do your Bowel Screening Test- Potruguese
Video on how to do your NHS bowel cancer screening test.
Video
How to do your Bowel Screening Test- Multiple Languages
Video on how to do your NHS bowel cancer screening test.
National Services
NHS Bowel Screening
This websites provides information on bowel screening, how to get a kit and information on general support available.
National Services
Cervical Screening
This websites provides information on cervical screening, what it is, why its important and how to book an appointment.
National Services
NHS Breast Screening
This is a search function which helps you find local breast screening services.
Video
How to do your Bowel Screening Test- English
Video on how to do your NHS bowel cancer screening test.
Sexual Health
National Services
Brook
Brook offers sexual health support for Under 25s. They offer local services, education programmes conducted by trained professionals.
Useful Information
Contraception Guide
Useful information guide on contraception methods and where to get it.
Leaflets
Epilepsy- Contraception/ Pregnancy Issues
This leaflet provides some initial advice about contraception and pregnancy for women who have epilepsy.
Leaflets
Long-acting reversible contraception
Information on long-acting reversible contraception. This leaflet tells you about the care you can expect from the doctors and nurses who provide long-acting reversible contraceptives.
National Services
NHS Sexual Health Information
Search function to help you find information on sexual health and support services.
Local
Central and North West London Sexual health Services
This is a search function which can be used to find your nearest sexual health clinic.
Useful Information
Emergency Contraception
Facts and advice about emergency contraception, when to take it and how it works.
Local
John Hunter Clinic for Sexual Health (JHC)
John Hunter Clinic is a friendly, confidential and free NHS sexual health clinic based on the 3rd Floor of St Stephen’s Centre (opposite Tesco) next to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. Open Monday to Friday with three evening clinics on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays. Appointments can be booked over the phone by calling 020 3315 4040 and daily walk in slots.
Local
Local Sextual Health Clinics
Information on local sextual health clinics.
Local
Raymede Clinic
Raymede Clinic offers free and confidential sexual health services. They do not offer STI screening for men who have symptoms (something wrong). If you have symptoms (something wrong) please visit your local STI clinic.
Smoking
Poster
Kick It
Kick It offers a free stop smoking service to all local residents who are looking to quit and by seeing a specialist Kick It advisor
National Services
Smoke free National Helpline
Smoke Free is a free national service providing information, support and advice on local services which can help you to quit smoking.
App
NHS Smoking free – Mobile App
This App provides a 4 week programme which has daily motivation and support to help you to quit smoking for good.
National Services
Stop Smoking London
Stop Smoking London exists to help Londoners to quit smoking.
Travel Advice
Poster
Holiday Medication
Get advice about travelling abroad, including the latest on safety, security and travel warnings.
National Services
Travel Advice and Vaccinations
Get advice about travelling abroad, including the latest on safety, security and travel warnings.
Virtual Support
App
#Reason2
#Reasons2 is an app designed by Young People and Washington Mind to help improve mental health. The app will allow people to manage their mental wellness by building their own profile of Reasons2 feel better.
App
Coronavirus: A book for Children
A free information book explaining the coronavirus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler.
App
NHS Apps Library
Find apps and online tools to help you manage your health and wellbeing.
App
Stoptober
Created for those who want to stop smoking, the Stoptober app is a 4 week programme that puts practical support, encouragement and tailored advice in the palm of your hand.
App
The Veterans’ Gateway App
The Veterans’ Gateway app helps veterans find support organisations in their area using their smartphone or tablet. These organisations cover both the Armed Forces sector and wider charity and not-for-profit sectors.
App
Bright Sky
Bright Sky is a free to download mobile app providing support and information for anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know.
App
Elefriends App
Elefriends is a supportive online community from the mental health charity Mind. We all know what it’s like to struggle sometimes, but now there’s a safe place to listen, share and be heard. Whether you’re feeling good right now, or really low, it’s a place to share experiences and listen to others.
App
Sleep Cycle: Sleep analysis & Smart alarm clock
Relax, sleep better and wake up feeling rested with Sleep Cycle, the smart alarm clock. Track sleep from bedtime to morning, and get detailed analysis with the app that makes waking up in the morning just that bit easier.
App
StreetLink
The StreetLink mobile app StreetLink uses people who care, to connect people who need help, with those that can help them by enabling members of the public to alert local authorities and street outreach services in England and Wales about people they have seen sleeping rough.
Youth Services
Weight Management/ Diet and Exercise Services
Youth Services
Poster
Epic CIC Services for Children and Young People
Epic is a new social enterprise that provides a range of integrated youth support services to children and young people up to the age of 19, or 25 for those with a lifelong learning difficulty and/ or disability.
Local
KCcentral
KCcentral is the website for young people in Kensington and Chelsea. It provides a space for younger residents to access a variety of information about the borough. KCcentral has competitions, advice, news of events and details about the many services provided for young people.
National Services
NHS Go App
NHS is a confidential health advice and information service for 16-25 year olds.
Weight Management/ Diet and Exercise Services
National Services
British Nutrition Foundation
The British Nutrition Foundation is a registered charity.
They provide impartial, evidence-based information on food and nutrition. Their core purpose is to make nutrition science accessible to all.
Local
Health Visiting Service
Health visitors provide a child and family focused service that promotes health and well-being and prevents ill health. All children under 5 should have a named health visitor
Useful Information
Lifestyle Advice and Keeping Healthy
Information guide on keeping healthy.
Local
My Time Active (MEND)
“Service for Parents and Children
Fit for Life – A free 8 week group weight management and exercise programme.”
Local
Free swim and gym- Southwark
Southwark residents can use swimming and gym facilities for free in all of the council leisure centres. Click the link for more information.
Local
Information for families and individuals
Information on local services which can support you with diet and exercise.
National Services
Live Well – Weight Loss Plan
Download the NHS weight loss guide, a 12-week diet and exercise plan. The plan, is designed to help you lose weight safely.
Leaflets
Tips for Heartburn
Information and advice on top tips for managing heartburn.
Women’s Health
Women’s Health
Local
Antenatal Self-Referral- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Antenatal self-referral form for maternity care at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
App
Baby Buddy App
Baby Buddy is an-award winning intervention in the form of a pregnancy and parenting app. Baby Buddy is also designed to support the communication and work of front line practitioners.
Local
British Pregnancy Advisory Service – BUPAS
BUPAS offer support if you discover you have a pregnancy that you feel you are unbale to continue with, they provide advise and support to help you make the best decision that is right for you.
National Services
Family Action
Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across the country.
National Services
Marie Stopes- Termination Service
Provide NHS-funded and self-funded abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics all over England.
Local
Maternity Triage Unit – Emergencies after 20 weeks (Queen Charlotte’s Hospital)
Queen Charlotte’s offers a range of antenatal services, including a day assessment unit and helpline.
Self Referral Form
St George’s Hospital – Antenatal self-referral form
Self referral for antenatal care.
Local
Antenatal Self Referral- Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and St Mary’s Hospital
Antenatal self-referral form for maternity care at two hospital sites – Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and St Mary’s hospitals.
National Services
Breastfeeding network
The Breastfeeding Network (BfN) aims to be an independent source of support and information for breastfeeding women and others.
Local
Chelsea & Westminster Early Pregnancy Unit
Service for women experiencing early pregnancy complications. Women experiencing bleeding and/or pain or those with recurrent miscarriage can be seen for assessment up to 20 weeks
Self Referral Form
Guys and St Thomas – Antenatal self-referral form
Self referral for antenatal care.
Self Referral Form
King’s College Hospital – Antenatal self-referral form
Self referral for antenatal care.
Local
Maternity Champions
Service for women experiencing early pregnancy complications. Women experiencing bleeding and/or pain or those with recurrent miscarriage can be seen for assessment up to 20 weeks
Local
Maternity Triage Unit – Emergencies after 20 weeks (Chelsea and Westminster Hospital)
Chelsea hospital offers a range of antenatal services, including a day assessment unit and helpline.
Self Referral Form
Whipps Cross Hospital – Antenatal self-referral form
Pregnancy timeline poster.
Youth Services
Poster
Epic CIC Services for Children and Young People
Epic is a new social enterprise that provides a range of integrated youth support services to children and young people up to the age of 19, or 25 for those with a lifelong learning difficulty and/ or disability.
Local
KCcentral
KCcentral is the website for young people in Kensington and Chelsea. It provides a space for younger residents to access a variety of information about the borough. KCcentral has competitions, advice, news of events and details about the many services provided for young people.
National Services
NHS Go App
NHS is a confidential health advice and information service for 16-25 year olds.
Weight Management/ Diet and Exercise Services
National Services
British Nutrition Foundation
The British Nutrition Foundation is a registered charity.
They provide impartial, evidence-based information on food and nutrition. Their core purpose is to make nutrition science accessible to all.
Local
Health Visiting Service
Health visitors provide a child and family focused service that promotes health and well-being and prevents ill health. All children under 5 should have a named health visitor
Useful Information
Lifestyle Advice and Keeping Healthy
Information guide on keeping healthy.
Local
My Time Active (MEND)
“Service for Parents and Children
Fit for Life – A free 8 week group weight management and exercise programme.”
Local
Free swim and gym- Southwark
Southwark residents can use swimming and gym facilities for free in all of the council leisure centres. Click the link for more information.
Local
Information for families and individuals
Information on local services which can support you with diet and exercise.
National Services
Live Well – Weight Loss Plan
Download the NHS weight loss guide, a 12-week diet and exercise plan. The plan, is designed to help you lose weight safely.
Leaflets
Tips for Heartburn
Information and advice on top tips for managing heartburn.
Women’s Health
Local
Antenatal Self-Referral- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Antenatal self-referral form for maternity care at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
App
Baby Buddy App
Baby Buddy is an-award winning intervention in the form of a pregnancy and parenting app. Baby Buddy is also designed to support the communication and work of front line practitioners.
Local
British Pregnancy Advisory Service – BUPAS
BUPAS offer support if you discover you have a pregnancy that you feel you are unbale to continue with, they provide advise and support to help you make the best decision that is right for you.
National Services
Family Action
Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across the country.
National Services
Marie Stopes- Termination Service
Provide NHS-funded and self-funded abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics all over England.
Local
Maternity Triage Unit – Emergencies after 20 weeks (Queen Charlotte’s Hospital)
Queen Charlotte’s offers a range of antenatal services, including a day assessment unit and helpline.
Self Referral Form
St George’s Hospital – Antenatal self-referral form
Self referral for antenatal care.
Local
Antenatal Self Referral- Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and St Mary’s Hospital
Antenatal self-referral form for maternity care at two hospital sites – Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and St Mary’s hospitals.
National Services
Breastfeeding network
The Breastfeeding Network (BfN) aims to be an independent source of support and information for breastfeeding women and others.
Local
Chelsea & Westminster Early Pregnancy Unit
Service for women experiencing early pregnancy complications. Women experiencing bleeding and/or pain or those with recurrent miscarriage can be seen for assessment up to 20 weeks
Self Referral Form
Guys and St Thomas – Antenatal self-referral form
Self referral for antenatal care.
Self Referral Form
King’s College Hospital – Antenatal self-referral form
Self referral for antenatal care.
Local
Maternity Champions
Service for women experiencing early pregnancy complications. Women experiencing bleeding and/or pain or those with recurrent miscarriage can be seen for assessment up to 20 weeks
Local
Maternity Triage Unit – Emergencies after 20 weeks (Chelsea and Westminster Hospital)
Chelsea hospital offers a range of antenatal services, including a day assessment unit and helpline.
Self Referral Form
Whipps Cross Hospital – Antenatal self-referral form
Pregnancy timeline poster.