Long Term Health Conditions
Riverside Health Centre - Retford Surgery
Riverside Walk Retford Nottinghamshire
Your local GP practice covering Retford Ring our main telephone line on 01777 713330 to book an appointment
Contact Riverside Walk Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: retford@riversidehealth.co.uk
Phone: 01777 713330 / Fax - 01777 711 966
Website: http://riversidehealth.co.uk/
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The NHS and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.
Stay at home if you have either:
- a high temperature - you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature)
- a new, continuous cough. This means coughing a lot for more than an hour, or 3 or more coughing episodes in 24 hours (if you usually have a cough, it may be worse than usual)
- loss or change to your sense of smell or taste. This means you've noticed you cannot smell or taste anything, or things smell or taste different to normal.
Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital
Use the 111 online coronavirus service to find out what to do
Read the NHS advice about staying home including how long to isolate for.
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:
- You feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- Your condition gets worse
- Your symptoms do not get better after 7 days
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
For further information on: High risk groups, How to avoid catching and spreading coronavirus and Pregnancy advice. Go to: nhs.uk/coronavirus.
For information on social distancing, go to: gov.uk/guidance-on-social-distancing
Ring our main telephone line on 01777 713330 to book an appointment. Say immediately if your call is an emergency.Your condition may be assessed by a triage Doctor, who will then either provide you with advice or give you an appointment to see a doctor, nurse or other health professional.
If your condition is non urgent, you can expect to see a GP within two to seven working days, though you may have to wait longer if you want to see a particular G.P.
The nurses based in our practice treat patients for a wide range of common conditions.
Telephone Consultations
We can also provide you with a telephone consultation, if this is more appropriate, e.g. for advice, test results or other query. Please request a telephone appointment when speaking to the receptionist.
If you need to speak to a doctor urgently, we will either put you through as soon as we can or take your telephone number and the doctor will ring you back when possible.
Chaperone
If the doctor or nurse considers it appropriate, you will be offered the presence of a chaperone during your consultation, or you may request one.
Alternatively, you may prefer to bring a friend or relative with you to your appointment.
OUT OF HOURS
If you or your family need urgent medical care when the surgery is closed, please phone the usual daytime surgery number (01777 713330) and your call will be re-directed to the out-of hours service. Alternatively call the Out of Hours Service on 111. Your needs will be assessed and you will either be given advice or arrangements will be made for you to be seen by a healthcare professional.
This service provides Emergency Cover Only and is for urgent problems that cannot wait till the following morning when normal surgery resumes.
CANCELLATIONS
Please inform us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend for your appointment so that we can allocate your appointment to another patient.
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NHS Walk-in Centre
Situated in Worksop. This is a led drop-in service offering health advice, information and treatment of minor ailments by experienced NHS nurses and health information advisors. It is open 365 days a year from 8am-8pm.
Pathfinders Care
Pathfinders Neurological Care Centre, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Forest Energy Village, New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire,
We provide excellent specialist care for people with complex care needs - from slow-stream rehabilitation through to end-of-life care.
Pathfinders Care
Pathfinders Neurological Care Centre, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Forest Energy Village, New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire,
Contact Pathfinders Neurological Care Centre, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Forest Energy Village, New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire,
Email: reception@pathfinders-care.co.uk
Phone: 01623 836639
Website: http://www.pathfinders-care.co.uk
Our 24 hour nursing care is delivered with a high staffing ratio that
guarantees individual care and attention is always at hand.
Has 4 units with 49 beds and a 2 bedroom apartment - 51 beds in total. All self contained and modern
- Unit 1 complex and palliative care
- Unit 2 complex and palliative care
- Unit 3 complex and palliative care
- Unit 4 rehabilitation to help patients return to the community/assisted living schemes
- 2 bedroom apartment
We specialise in complex physical conditions for people with life limiting conditions often requiring specialist nursing intervention. We work to Gold Standards Framework for end of life care
A new unit of 24 beds for complex and paliative care is currently being built and will open in November 2013
Other services include:
- Sensory and holistic therapies
- Full activity planning for individuals and groups
- 2 physiotherapists
- Strong community links
- Counselling and mental health specialist
- Psychologist
- Internet and phone access avaiable in each room
- Childrens' multimedia room
Our Services
We cater for a range of different types of stay...
- Specialist emergency care at the specific request of GPs, Specialist Nurses, Local Authorities Continuing Health Care, Clinical Commissioning Groups, families and patients.
- Respite care
- Interim care
- Short and long stays
- Re-enablement
- Carer’s breaks
- Intense rehabilitation to quickly improve independence
- Slow-stream rehabilitation
- End of life care / palliative care
- Symptom management
- Step-up beds
- Step-down beds
We always assess individuals to ensure we can meet their needs and provide positive agreed outcomes prior to agreeing admission
Schools and Families Specialist Services (Early Years) - Newark and Sherwood and Bassetlaw
Welbeck House, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Energy Village, Ollerton, Notts
For preschool children with special educational needs/disabilities. Support with your child's development, early years education and transition into school.
Schools and Families Specialist Services (Early Years) - Newark and Sherwood and Bassetlaw
Welbeck House, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Energy Village, Ollerton, Notts
Contact Welbeck House, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Energy Village, Ollerton, Notts
Email: SFSS.SEV@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0115 804 1232 Early Years
Website: http://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/service.page?id=qF4E6w3nKvg
We are a team of specialist teachers and teaching assistants with additional qualifications and extensive experience in working with children and young people with special educational needs aged from 0-19.
The service comprises of four teams:
- The Early Years Team (supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities from 0 - 7 years (Key Stage 1)).
- The Communication and Interaction Team
- The Cognition and Learning Team
- The Sensory Team
- During school term times 9:00am until 4:00pm (at other times by arrangement)
- 0-19 years
- Referral required
- Yes
- Referral Details
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We accept direct referrals from parents and professionals for children with complex SEND below school age e.g. from Early Years settings or health visitors.
Referrals for children and young people with complex SEND attending school are generally negotiated at Family of Schools Springboard meetings .which are held each term, although direct referrals are accepted in certain rare circumstances, for example:
- when a new child with significant SEND arrives in the County,
- when a child’s school placement is at risk, or
- when there is an unexpected and significant change to a child’s needs or situation.
Parkinsons's Disease Society (Worksop Branch)
Central Avenue, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
East Midlands regional team provides a range of support and information services for people with Parkinson's, health and social care professionals, carers and volunteers.
Contact Central Avenue, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Email: hello@parkinsons.org.uk
Phone: 0808 800 0303
Website: http://www.parkinsons.org.uk
COVID19 update, 13th August 2020 - Parkinson’s UK Bassetlaw Branch
Greetings and best wishes to all readers from the Bassetlaw branch of Parkinson’s UK. Hopefully, an end to these difficult times will soon be with us.
For branch members, alas there is no news of the group’s activities resuming yet but please keep in touch for any information, help or support the committee can channel your way.
Call Christine Coldwell on 01909 730629.
Bassetlaw Group meeting
This is a monthly meeting for people affected by Parkinson's, sometimes includes guest speakers and meals out.
Please get in contact to find out what activity is happening which month.
There is free parking and disabled parking. Disabled access and toilet facilities.
- Meetings always have a speaker plus refreshments.
- New members are always warmly welcomed and introduced to the other Branch members.
- Local Branch members can enjoy free two monthly lunch club at a local carvery and free Weekly Pilates. ( Seated class )
- Creative ceramics classes.
- Carers and patients discussion groups
- Regular outings and theatre trips
- Wellness centre access where complimentary therapies are available
We meet on the first Tuesday of every month 2-4pm at the Worksop Cricket Club (Central Avenue, S80 1EN).
For further information about any of our meetings or activities, please call our local volunteer Chris on 01909 730 629.
Parkinson's Specific Support Meeting
We hold specific Parkinson's support meetings twice a year for those living with Parkinson's and for carers, in March and October, please contact us for more details. These are held at The Aurora Centre, The Old Library, Memorial Avenue, Worksop, Notts. S80 2BP. Contact Chris Coldwell on 01909 730629 or email chriscoldwell@talktalk.net
Shared Lives - Carer Support
Nottinghamshire County Council Thoresby House Sarwin Drive Ollerton
If you have a disability, health issue or are older and need some support to stay living independently then Shared Lives might be able to help.
Shared Lives - Carer Support
Nottinghamshire County Council Thoresby House Sarwin Drive Ollerton
Contact Nottinghamshire County Council Thoresby House Sarwin Drive Ollerton
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 8080/01623 434993
Our Shared Lives scheme, which is rated as Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, helps adults who need support to live more independently in the community and provides an alternative to residential care.
We need carers from all kinds of backgrounds to provide support in their home, drawing on their families, friends and neighbours to help some of our most isolated and vulnerable people to be part of a community.
A range of Shared Lives opportunities are available, all based in the carer’s home:
- long term live-in arrangement
- somewhere to stay for a short break
- somewhere to go for daytime support
- supporting a person to live independently or be part of their community
- somewhere to stay while a person recovers after leaving hospital.
Shared Lives carers are paid depending on the level of support they provide.
Adult Social Care- Nottinghamshire
As you get older, or if you have problems with your health or mobility, then living independently and safely can become increasingly challenging.
Contact
Email: No email address available
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/adult-social-care/contact-us
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - for full details please visit https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/home.page
We also provide some services to help you keep independent which you can access at anytime, without the need for any type of assessment.
These include:
Meals at Home delivery service
http://www.countyenterprisefoods.co.uk/
Handy Person's Adaptation Service- help and support to keep people safe secure in their home with free or low-cost but high quality essential adaptations small practical jobs.
- telephone: 0300 500 80 80.
- email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk.
The Connect Service- can help you by finding info about local services, activities & opportunities. If needed, Connect staff can work with you around money issues, housing problems, health management & other things. This short-term support will be tailored to your needs & will focus on achieving what you want in a way that suits you.
- website: www.personalisedsupport.co.uk/Bassetlaw-Connect
- telephone: 0115 844 3541
Independent Financial Advice & Support
0300 500 80 80
If after exploring these options you feel you may need more support, then you might need to have a Care & Support Assessment. This will allow you to explain the things you are finding hard to achieve & we will discuss with you how we might be able to help you.
The aim of the assessment will always be to help you regain or maintain a level of independence. We will carry out the assessment in the most proportionate way depending on your needs, this could be over the telephone or at one of our clinics.
Please contact us on 0300 500 80 80, an advisor can help you with your options and may complete a referral for a care and support assessment.
Prospect/Kilton Children's Centre
Longfellow Drive Worksop
These centres provide local families with young children - or a baby on the way - with the facilities and support they need.
Contact Longfellow Drive Worksop
Email: CC.Bassetlaw@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0115 9773758 or 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/service.page?id=YLk6yCjITME
Unfortunately, due to the Covid-19 lockdown all groups at the Children’s Centres are currently suspended. As soon as we can re-open we’ll post our timetable here and let families know via our Facebook page
Information about local services for children, young people and their families including child care and help available to pay for it.
Children’s Centres can offer one to one or group support with:
- the emotional health of you or your child
- playing with your child
- children’s behaviour
- domestic abuse
- children’s development, including listening and communication
- feeding your child
- increasing your confidence and help to get a job
- preparing for a baby
We can give you information about other services, and our groups are a great place to meet other parents and carers with young children. There are also lots of volunteering opportunities - ask at your local Children's Centre or use the contact details below to find out more
Training opportunities for parents/carers delivered by local colleges and other training providers
Tailored packages of support are available if required
Provides a fun, safe place for children to play and develop, a place for families to talk to each other. This could be in the centre, community venue or local toddler group.
A chance for all parents including fathers and young parents to get health and parenting advice and support from midwives, health visitors, family support workers and many more
Quality play and early learning experiences provided by children's workers, childminders, day care settings and schools; all supported by a teacher. This includes funded education for all three and four year olds for 12.5 hours per week.
Links with Job Centre Plus if you are considering new opportunities in employment or training , or need advice on benefits
All services aim to be inclusive for children and parents with additional needs, linking with specialist services and early support.
Opportunities to volunteer and be part of the management, planning and evaluation of children's centres and have a say about local services.
Regular Groups
Stay and Play, Monday 9.00-10.30am
Come along to one of our play sessions, with a variety of activities for your children (0 up to 5 years) to enjoy whilst learning and developing important skills.
Under 1s Group, Wednesday 1.30-3.00pm
BABES Breastfeeding Group, Thursday 9.30-11.30am
Come along and meet other breastfeeding and pregnant women, you can also receive support from a trained Breastfeeding Peer Supporter.
Self-Weigh
Monday 9.00am – 12.00pm
The Children’s Centre can also offer support with:
- Meeting other parents/carers
- Emotional health
- Children’s development
- Children’s behaviour
- Children’s emotional health
- Playing with your child
- Domestic abuse
- Family life
- Preparing for a baby
- Understanding your child
- Feeding your baby/child
- Financial advice and support
- Help to get a job
- Volunteering with us
- Increasing your confidence
- Signposting to other services
- Listening and communications
Parents/carers can request support by speaking to staff at the Children’s Centres or in groups or telephoning
Retford Youth Link for Disabled People
Retford Link Club Retford Young People’s Centre, Arlington Way. Retford
Inclusive youth provision for disabled young people aged 12 - 24 years
Retford Youth Link for Disabled People
Retford Link Club Retford Young People’s Centre, Arlington Way. Retford
Contact Retford Link Club Retford Young People’s Centre, Arlington Way. Retford
Email: lyndsey.radford@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 01623 411 300
Website: http://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/service.page?id=J_Cf3MAuujA
This club provides young disabled people with opportunities to come together in a safe and supportive environment. The club allows young people to gain independence and meet other young people in a social setting. All activities are planned and developed with young people and these might include dance, drama, adventure or talking about things that are important to them
Sessions run Thursday evenings 6:00 - 8:15pm. Ages 12-24
St Giles Special School Retford
Babworth Road Retford Nottinghamshire
St Giles is a County Co-Educational Day school committed to exploring and engaging in quality teaching and learning and equipping our young people adequately for life after school.
Contact Babworth Road Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: office@st-giles.notts.sch.uk
Phone: 01777 703683
Website: https://www.st-giles.notts.sch.uk
For children with Special Educational Needs from 3 years to 19 years of age.adequately for life after school.
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR LATEST COVID19 UPDATES.
St. Giles is a friendly and aspirational school for children and young people aged 3-18 with a broad range of special educational needs, from moderate/severe to profound and multiple, which includes those with autism. We are situated in the market town of Retford and our school serves the whole of the Bassetlaw area, which is the most northerly district of Nottinghamshire.
Our pupils are encouraged to work in a stimulating and caring environment, where they are taught that ‘no dreams are out of reach’. Our aim is to develop the full potential of individual children involving teachers, other professionals and parents in partnership.
St. Giles School develops the full potential our pupils by providing a broad based and balanced curriculum which is individually tailored to the needs of each pupil. Curriculum includes National Curriculum and its pre-requisites, sensory education, communication skills, a wide ranging personal and social education programme, mobility education, and a well-developed post 16 education programme.
Bassetlaw Hospice
Cedar House North Road Retford Nottinghamshire
Bassetlaw Hospice provides specialist palliative care and support for the Bassetlaw Community. It exists to enable patients with progressive life limiting diseases and their carers to achieve the best quality of life.
Contact Cedar House North Road Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: give@bassetlawhospice.org
Phone: 01777 710444
Website: http://www.bassetlawhospice.org
COVID19 update, 29th July 2020 -
Please note: Our charity shops and tea bar are closed until further notice.
The Day Hospice service is closed, however the In Patinet Unit is operating at full capacity.
Visitors Please Note:
Please do not visit if you feel unwell or if you have a persistent cough, or/and a high temperature, or if you share a household with someone who has these symptoms.
VISITING IS NOW RESTRICTED AND YOU SHOULD TELEPHONE THE NURSING TEAM ON 01777 200060 FOR ADVICE BEFORE COMING TO THE HOSPICE.
For full details please visit website at http://www.bassetlawhospice.org
Bassetlaw Cardiac Support Group
Bassetlaw Hospital Blyth Road Worksop Notts
To provide support to people who have had heart problems of any description.
Contact Bassetlaw Hospital Blyth Road Worksop Notts
Email: rblatchford@tiscali.co.uk
Phone: 01909 562361
Support group is open to anyone who has had cardiac problems. Meetings take place 2:30 - 4:30 on the first Friday of every month
The new venue is The Gymnasium, Bassetlaw Hospital
Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases
Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases MPS House Repton Place White Lion Road Amersham Buckinghamshire
The Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases (the MPS Society) is the only UK charity supporting individuals and families affected by MPS and related diseases. These are progressive, life limiting genetic conditions.
Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases
Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases MPS House Repton Place White Lion Road Amersham Buckinghamshire
Contact Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases MPS House Repton Place White Lion Road Amersham Buckinghamshire
Email: mps@mpssociety.org.uk
Phone: 0345 389 9901
Website: https://www.mpssociety.org.uk
COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus. It is particularly important for people with a weakened immune system to take care at this time and that may include patients with MPS, Fabry or a related condition. Please follow health and information advice from the NHS and government websites and see the latest advice for those living with an inherited metabolic disease published by the British Inherited Metabolic Disease Group (BIMDG).
Guidance on shielding and protecting people who are clinically extremely vulnerable from COVID-19
The government has updated its guidance for people who are shielding taking into account that COVID-19 disease levels have decreased over the last few weeks.
People who are shielding remain vulnerable and should continue to take precautions but can now leave their home if they wish, as long as they are able to maintain strict social distancing. Find out who is at greatest risk of severe illness from coronavirus, what has changed in this guidance and how to register for support at this site.
Helpline
Our helpline is open 9am-5pm
Monday-Friday: 0345 389 9901
Out of hours support line open
5pm-10pm Monday-Friday and 9am-5pm weekends: 07712 653 258
Working with medical professionals and scientists to meet three aims:
- To support families and carers and ensure all individuals with MPS and related diseases have access to best practice in diagnosis, treatment and care.
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To fund and promote research into the causes, effects and treatments of these severely life-limiting diseases.
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To increase public awareness of these rare conditions and campaign for change - to change the lives of children, adults and their families for the future.
Sense
Sense, 101 Pentonville Road, London
Sense is a national charity that supports and campaigns for children and adults who are deafblind.
Contact Sense, 101 Pentonville Road, London
Email: info@sense.org.uk
Phone: 0300 330 9250
Website: http://www.sense.org.uk/
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Sheffield Area Kidney Association
SAKA, 2 Moss Grove, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield
SAKA was formed in 1976 to help kidney patients and their families cope with kidney failure and to help fund research into kidney disease.
Contact SAKA, 2 Moss Grove, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield
Email: secretary@saka.org.uk
Phone: 0114 246 2237
Website: http://www.saka.org.uk/
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATE
NKF (National Kidney Federation) have the latest news and advice for kidney patients on their website.
https://www.kidney.org.uk/news/coronavirus-latest-information-and-advice
100% of all funds raised by SAKA are for the benefit of renal patients who are cared for by the Sheffield Kidney institute. We are the ONLY local kidney charity run by patients that provides grants and support direct to patients and their families.
We help renal patients directly by providing financial support for the following:
* To purchase essential items when times are hard
* To meet certain holiday treatment costs for dialysis patients
* To meet visitors’ travel costs when patients are hospitalised
* We part-fund our Sheffield Team members at the British and World Transplant Games
* We support research at the Sheffield Kidney Institute (SKI)
We also:
* Represent Patients’ views directly to the Renal Directorate Management Team
* Support the National Kidney Federation (NKF) to provide Patient Information Leaflets and a Free Helpline
Pulse Community Healthcare
5th Floor, Airedale House, Albion Street, Leeds,
Providers of complex person-centred care at home and in the community.
Contact 5th Floor, Airedale House, Albion Street, Leeds,
Email: info@pulsecommunityhealthcare.co.uk
Phone: 0845 459 7417
COVID-19 UPDATES. If you work for us, please keep up to date with our latest information in response to COVID19. If you are a client or family member who is wanting to get in touch, please contact us on 0207 959 1003
Who are Pulse Community Healthcare?
Pulse Community Healthcare is a UK provider of complex person-centred care packages.
Our specialist healthcare teams support people with a variety of conditions and disabilities to live their life as independently as possible, in their own homes. Working in close partnership with our client’s family, friends, carers and commissioners, as well as other healthcare professionals, local organisations and hospital teams, we assess and understand our individual client needs.
Resourced by experienced and highly trained support workers and community nurses, our customised care packages are devised to the highest clinical standards delivering person-centred care, quality of life and most importantly client independence.
MS Society Retford
Friendly welcoming group of like-minded people of a wide age range who are brought together by a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis.
Contact
Email: retford@mssociety.org.uk
Phone: Helpline: 01777 704687 (Mike Spencer)
Website: https://www.mssociety.org.uk/care-and-support/local-support/local-groups/retford-group
COVID19 update, 13th August 2020 - When the lockdown happened, members of the Retford and District MS Family Support Group were quick to respond to the need to keep in touch with each other and continue where possible with physical activities where they could.
They soon discovered Zoom, which has been a lifeline to many members facing loneliness during the lockdown. Members without internet have been receiving regular phone calls and condensed versions of the group’s monthly newsletter to keep everyone involved, with the added section of MS family news where members have contributed sharing how the lockdown and other restrictions has affected their home life, how they are filling their time and, in many cases, limited members’ access to the family PC that has been taken over by home schooling.
The group Zoom calendar is fully booked for five days of the week and well supported by members taking part in social and movement therapy events consisting of seated Yoga, Tai Chi, dance and neuro Pilates as well as two quizzes a week devised by members, coffee and chat mornings and a men-only session.
The downside of the lockdown has been the cancellation of fundraising events the group always look forward to holding each year, and the planned Team Retford MS Pentathlon, when local people with MS and supporters raise money for Bassetlaw NHS neuro service, also had to be cancelled. Members were also looking forward to taking part, just for fun, in an indoor sky dive in September and it is very doubtful that will now be able to go ahead.
Anyone who is affected by Multiple Sclerosis is welcome to become part of the group and further details can be obtained from retford@mssociety.org.uk
Newcomers always welcome. We arrange a wide range of weekly & monthly events for members & include MS drop in clinic, monthly newsletter, self help info, signposting for professional help, fundraising for local MS community, art class, neuro physio based Pilates exercise, swim/flot sessions, mels out & a monthly coffee cake & chat morning.
Bassetlaw MS Support helpline call or text 07947307314
Bassetlaw Young Mums with MS Support Helpline 07947307309
First Friday of each month. The Well, Retford.
Childline
24 hour confidential telephone helpline for anyone under 19 in the UK for any issue you are going through. Online support and advice also available.
Available 24 hours a day, a confidential telephone helpline for those under 19 years old offering support and advice on any issue you are going through.
Telephone: 0800 1111
Chat with a counsellor online or post on the message boards: https://childline.org.uk/
Information for adults concerned about a child also available online.
Mencap
The Voice of Learning Disability
The Learning Disability Helpline is 08000 724 725 for FREE professional advice and support
Nottinghamshire County Council Customer Service Centre
The customer service centre can provide you with information about the services for you or the person you care for.
Contact
Email: enquries@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/
NCC Customer Service Centre can arrange for the person you are caring for to have an assessment.
Call 0300 500 80 80
Monday - Friday 08.00 am - 8.00pm
Or you can email them directly Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
Visit the NCC Website: http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/
MS Society - Worksop Multiple Sclerosis
22 Red Kite Close - Gateford Worksop
Group Social Meeting - on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 7.00pm - 8.30pm at The Lock Keeper - Worksop S80 1TJ
Contact 22 Red Kite Close - Gateford Worksop
Email: bhclark@tiscali.co.uk
Phone: 0808 800 8000
Website: https://www.mssociety.org.uk/
Northern Cochlear Implant Social Group
The Crossing Church & Centre
Social group where you can meet other cochlear implant users
Informal & friendly group where you can come along and meet othe cochlear implant users and prospective candidates in relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and chat to other uers about your experiences.
Last Sat of the month 11am-2pm
Breast Cancer Care
Breast Cancer Care Chester House 1–3 Brixton Road London
Our community of nurses, volunteers and people affected by breast cancer work to make sure everyone diagnosed with breast cancer gets the support they deserve.
Contact Breast Cancer Care Chester House 1–3 Brixton Road London
Email: info@breastcancercare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 800 6000
Website: https://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/
COVID19 Update 6th August 2020 - for further information on Coronavirus and breast cancer, including support, tips on self-isolation and social distancing - please visit https://breastcancernow.org/
We support people with free face-to-face groups, access to breast care nurses, peer support and our ground-breaking app.We inform through our award-winning breast cancer publications and online information.
We campaign for better care.
If you have a particular concern about breast cancer or just want to talk, our specialist nurses and trained staff are here for you. Call 0808 800 6000
Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm
Saturday, 9am–1pm
British Polio Fellowship
CP House Otterspool Way Watford
supporting, helping and empowering people living with post polio syndrome
Contact CP House Otterspool Way Watford
Email: info@britishpolio.org.uk
Phone: 0800 043 1935
Website: https://britishpolio.org.uk/
COVID19 update, 10th August 2020 -
Due to the current situation of Covid-19 in the UK all phone calls to the office will be redirected to a mobile number so our staff can assist you from home. We will endeavor to answer whenever possible but please be aware that there may be times where we are unable to monitor it or are dealing with other calls. If you are unable to get through to us and have access to a computer please email us at and one of our staff members will respond as soon as possible.
The British Polio Fellowship is a charitable organisation supporting and empowering people in the UK living with the late effects of polio and post-polio syndrome (PPS). We provide information, welfare and support to those affected, to enable them to live full, independent and integrated lives and campaigns to raise awareness of PPS.
We have members across the UK with over 50 branches and groups across the nation. We publish a quarterly newsletter, the bulletin; and campaigns to raise awareness of PPS among healthcare professionals, members of parliament and the general public and supports the efforts of fellow Polio organisations in our attempts to eradicate the disease worldwide.
Parentline Text Messaging Service
Parentline now have a text messaging service for parents & carers of children aged 0-19
Help in a crisis during Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic
During this COVID-19 pandemic there may have to be changes in the way some of our services work. Please contact the service directly to check how services are being delivered and follow their advice.
The national suspension on visiting inpatient areas has been lifted. Please contact the ward you wish to visit in advance for guidance and instructions for a safe visit.
If you need help in a mental health crisis during Coronavirus pandemic outside office hours please contact our crisis team: Help in a crisis
For other medical advice and support contact your your GP or visit NHS 111
Only visit your local Emergency Department for serious life-threatening conditions that need immediate medical attention including persistent severe chest pain, loss of consciousness, acute confused state, severe blood loss, serious burns, suspected stroke.
Parentline - a confidential texting service for parents and carers
During these unsettling times, you may have health and wellbeing concerns about your baby or young child and be unsure how to get the help you need.
Parentline is a confidential text messaging service for parents and carers across Nottinghamshire.
The texting service is an easy way for parent and carers of children aged 0 – 19 years to confidentially ask for help about a range of issues, such as:
- feeding and nutrition
- child development
- parenting advice and support
- emotional health and wellbeing
- behaviour difficulties
- family health
You can contact the Healthy Family Team and find out how to access other local services for example, School Health Team, breastfeeding support or health visitor led sessions.
Parents and carers can contact the text messaging service for advice from Monday to Friday 9.00am - 4.30pm excluding bank holidays. Messages sent to the dedicated number are delivered to a secure website, and responded to by the Healthy Family Team. Texts are usually replied to within one working day. Automatic replies will be sent to any messages received out of hours explaining where to get help if their question is urgent, and when they can expect a response.
We are pleased to be able to offer Parentline to parents and carers in the County. It will make accessing health services easier and more accessible, increasing our reach to all families, and creating another platform for parents and carers to connect.
Text Parentline on 07520 619919.
Get confidential advice from our Healthy Family Teams on a range of issues
Feeding and Nutrition
Child Development
Parenting advice & support
Emotional Health and Wellbeing
behaviour difficulties
Family Health
BCVS Community Advisor
The BCVS Community Advisor can offer supported navigation for all patients registered with a Bassetlaw GP.. Community Advisor os part of Bassetlaw Social Prescribing Service.
Improving the Health & Wellbeing of Bassetlaw Residents through supported access and navigation in to local services and support
Ring 01909 476118 to speak to a local Community Advisor about all of your wellbeing needs
This service is available Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00 pm
Or you can email for support 24 hours a day. ( Your email will be picked up by an Advisor the next working day )
You can email. Communityadvisor@bcvs.org.uk
Young Carers Support
Nottinghamshire Young Carers Service will Empower, Support, Identify and Involve Young Carers
The Young Carers Service is funded by Nottinghamshire County Council and the NHS and covers the county of Nottinghamshire.
The service is being run alongside the existing Nottinghamshire Carers Hub.
Young Carers are most likely to provide care for a parent, grandparent, brother or sister, because that person has an illness or disability, mental health problem or problems with addiction to alcohol or drugs.
The service is for Young Carers aged 7 years old to 18. The service offers Young Carers the opportunity to meet in a group with other young carers, have fun, learn new skills and try different activities such as:
- Arts & Crafts
- Swimming & Canoeing
- Bowling & Archery
- Paintballing & Laser Quest
- Cook & Eat
- First Aid Training
The Young Carers Service is funded by Nottinghamshire County Council and the NHS and covers the county of Nottinghamshire.
The service is being run alongside the existing Nottinghamshire Carers Hub.
Young Carers are most likely to provide care for a parent, grandparent, brother or sister, because that person has an illness or disability, mental health problem or problems with addiction to alcohol or drugs.
The service is for Young Carers aged 7 years old to 18. The service offers Young Carers the opportunity to meet in a group with other young carers, have fun, learn new skills and try different activities such as:
- Arts & Crafts
- Swimming & Canoeing
- Bowling & Archery
- Paintballing & Laser Quest
- Cook & Eat
- First Aid Training
The service will support young carers to: increase their self-esteem, feel more in touch with other young carers, feel more positive about engagement, feel less socially isolated, identify peer support.
To access the Young Carer Service, in the first instance please contact Nottinghamshire County Council and request a Young Carers Assessment on 0300 500 80 80.
The service will support young carers to: increase their self-esteem, feel more in touch with other young carers, feel more positive about engagement, feel less socially isolated, identify peer support.
To access the Young Carer Service, in the first instance please contact Nottinghamshire County Council and request a Young Carers Assessment on 0300 500 80 80.
Nottinghamshire Help Yourself - Directory of Services
The Nottinghamshire Help Yourself website promote activities, help and support that are available in Nottinghamshire for local residents.
Contact
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/home.page
This directory is maintained and operated by Nottinghamshire County Council.
If you need help using this directory or would like to contact us for more information, please get in touch with one of our friendly advisors using the details below:
Telephone: 0300 500 80 80
CSC minicom: 01623 434993
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
We are open Monday – Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm.
If your query is specifically around SEND, please email local.offer@nottscc.gov.uk.
If your query is specifically for Supported Self Care, please call 0300 303 2600 or email selfcarehub@selfhelp.org.uk.
