Pregnancy

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.

Bassetlaw - Community Children's Team
Bassetlaw Hospital Primary Care Trust North Road Retford
We provide Community Children's Services at home, in school and in other app. It offers information and advice for families and other professionals
Bassetlaw - Community Children's Team
Bassetlaw Hospital Primary Care Trust North Road Retford

Contact Bassetlaw Hospital Primary Care Trust North Road Retford
Phone: 01777 274422 (Single Point of Referral )
It offers information and advice for families and other professionals about special needs/learning disability, help with behaviour management in areas such as sleep, toileting, challenging behaviour, play, social skills. For children aged 3-18 years with moderate/severe learning disability or with a diagnosis of autism. Parents or any professional can refer. Children must be registered with a Bassetlaw GP.

School Nursing Service
School Health Department, Retford Hospital, North Road, Retford, Nottingham,
The aim of the School Nursing Service is to enable each school child to attain his/her optimum health and educational potential. The service is a partnership with the child/young person, parent/carer and education.
School Nursing Service
School Health Department, Retford Hospital, North Road, Retford, Nottingham,

Contact School Health Department, Retford Hospital, North Road, Retford, Nottingham,
Email: sherrel.dudley@nottshc.nhs.uk
Phone: 01623 781822 / 07850 918 871
Website: https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/education/for-schools/school-nursing-service
The fundamental role of the school nurse is to improve children and young people’s health and wellbeing by:
- leading, delivering and evaluating preventative services and universal public health programmes (as set out in the Healthy Child Programme 5-19) for school-aged children and young people, within both school and community settings
- delivering evidence-based approaches and cost effective programmes or interventions that contribute to children and young people’s health and well-being (e.g. reduction in childhood obesity, reduction in under 18 conception rates, reduction in prevalence of chlamydia and management of mental health disorders (such as depression and conduct disorder); co-ordinating services, referring to other agencies and delegating within the team to maximise resources and utilise the expertise of other skilled professionals)
- supporting a seamless transition into school, from primary to secondary school and transition into adulthood
- managing the interaction between health and education so that the child or young person enjoys good health and well-being (including emotional health and wellbeing) therefore achieving optimal education
- leading support for children and young people who have complex and/or additional needs including providing or co-ordinating support, education and training for families, carers and school staff
- identifying children and young people in need of early help and where appropriate providing support to improve their life chances and prevent abuse and neglect. This includes working with children and young people at risk of becoming involved in gangs or youth violence
- contributing as part of a multi-agency team, to the response for children, young people and families who have multiple problems.
Child health service
The School Health team is an excellent first point of contact for school aged children, young people and their parents who need health advice or information. They have a good knowledge of other statutory agencies and voluntary organisations that can offer advice and support related to health issues.

British Pregnancy Advisory Service
BPAS is the leading provider of abortion services in the UK, with a national network of consultation centres and clinics.
COVID19 update, 10th August 2020 - Coronavirus (COVID-19) essential information. Treatment is available at all gestations up to 24 weeks. Open as usual - here if you need us
We also provide:
Contraception
Counselling
Sterilisation, Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal
STI testing, BPAS by post
Information on abortion policy and practice

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) (Nottinghamshire Healthcare)
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Duncan Macmillan House Porchester Road Nottingham
The service for Child and Adolescent Mental Health is a specialised multi-disciplinary service for severe and complex child and adolescent mental health problems and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) (Nottinghamshire Healthcare)
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Duncan Macmillan House Porchester Road Nottingham

Contact Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Duncan Macmillan House Porchester Road Nottingham
Phone: 0115 969 1300
Help in a crisis during Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic
During this COVID-19 pandemic there may be changes in the way some of our services work. Contact the service directly to check how services are being delivered and follow their advice.
Some of our services now offer video consultations. You should speak to your clinician if this is something you would like them to consider. You can find out more about video consultation here.
Visiting: 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 the COVID-19 pandemic outside office hours please contact our crisis team: Help in a crisis
CAMHS stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. It’s the part of the NHS which helps children and young people who have problems with their thoughts or feelings. We can help people until they are 18. If someone like a teacher or your doctor is worried about you, they can write to CAMHS to see if we can help you. This is called making a referral. The person who is going to write to us has to get your permission first. As long as we think you are able to decide, it's up to you whether or not we let your parents know.
If you are having trouble with your thoughts or feelings talk to your parents or carers, or an adult you trust. There is a useful website called Health for Teens that you may find useful: http://www.healthforteens.co.uk/
Most children who get help from CAMHS see one of our community teams. This normally means you will come to see us for weekly appointments at one of our bases, at a health centre or at your school. We have lots of people working for us who can help you in different ways. These include:
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family therapists – who talk through problems with you and your family
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CAMHS social workers – who support children and families through difficult times
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family support workers – who can give advice to your parents or carers
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mental health practitioners – who support young people and their families to bring about positive change
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psychologists – experts in how people think and act
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psychiatrists – doctors who work on thoughts and feelings
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art psychotherapists – who can help you by using art and music
For more information visit our website: http://bit.ly/2sQl6GD
Information for parents and carers can be found at: http://bit.ly/2sgBCkS
As well as our community teams, we have some teams which work on other difficulties. These include:
- Problems with eating
- Problems with drugs or alcohol
- Psychosis – when someone hears or sees things which aren’t there
- Intellectual disability – when someone finds it difficult to communicate or understand things
Parent Zones Sure Start & Children's Centres
Unfortunately, due to the Covid-19 lockdown all groups at the Children’s Centres are currently suspended

Oakleaf Surgery - Harworth (branch surgery of Larwood Health Partnership)
Oakleaf Surgery, Harworth Primary Care Centre, Scrooby Road, Harworth, Doncaster
GP/Medical Practice
Oakleaf Surgery - Harworth (branch surgery of Larwood Health Partnership)
Oakleaf Surgery, Harworth Primary Care Centre, Scrooby Road, Harworth, Doncaster

Contact Oakleaf Surgery, Harworth Primary Care Centre, Scrooby Road, Harworth, Doncaster
Phone: 01302 243230/ Fax: 01302 751998
Website: https://www.nhs.uk/Services/gp/Overview/DefaultView.aspx?id=40788
Catchment Area
Worksop, Carlton, Langold, Firbeck, Stone woodsetts, Gildingwell, Oldcoates, Blyth, Styrrup, Tickhill, Harworth, Bawtry, Scrooby, Ranskill, Ranby, Hardwick, Carburton, Cuckney, Osburton, Shireoaks, Rhodesia & Thorpe Salvin.
- Dr Charlotte Slater
- Dr Cheuk Lai Tang
Ring 01302 741820 to make an appointment
Out of hours ring 111
Other branches
This practice is part of a practice group.
We would like to welcome you to our practice, which aims to give a high quality service that is sensitive to your needs.
Larwood Health Partnership consists of five surgeries:
Larwood Surgery in Worksop,
Carlton Village Surgery in Carlton-in-Lindrick,
Lakeside Surgery in Langold and
Oakleaf Surgery in Harworth
Westwood Surgery in Worksop
You can be seen at any of our sites. All premises have easy access available for wheelchairs and disabled toilet facilities.
If you are interested in registering with one of our other branches please find their contact information here.
Asthma Clinic - Asthma Clinic
You can attend this service without a referral
Child health and development - Child Health Service
Comprehensive child health services are provided by the practice. This includes: a child immunisation clinic; a child health surveillance clinic for routine assessment by the doctor.
Other assessments, including hearing tests are performed by health visitors.
You can attend this service without a referral
Learning disability health check
You can attend this service without a referral
Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC - eg IUD or implant) - Family Planning
Family planning advice and contraceptive care is provided by all the doctors and practice nurses during surgery hours. For IUD and Implants these must be discussed with a GP or family planning nurse before booking in.
You can attend this service without a referral
Minor surgery (e.g. removal of moles and skin lesions) - provided in-house - Minor Surgery
Doctors carry out minor surgery procedures by appointment.
You can attend this service without a referral
Travel health with yellow fever
The practice is a designated Yellow Fever Centre.
Please fill out a travel vaccination form and hand it in to reception - once the nurse has viewed your form you will then receive a telephone call to make an appointment
You can attend this service without a referral
Electronic Prescription Service
This GP offers the Electronic Prescription Service, which allows you to choose or "nominate" a pharmacy to get your medicines or appliances from. Your GP then sends your prescription electronically to the place you nominated. this means:
- If you collect your repeat prescriptions from your GP you will not have to visit your GP practice to pick up your paper prescription, saving time.
- You will have more choice about where to get your medicines from because they can be collected from a pharmacy near to where you live, work or shop.
- You may not have to wait as long as your repeat prescriptions could be prepared before you arrive.

Joel the Complete Package
Golden Ball, 3 Victoria Square, Worksop, Notts
We provide support after baby loss after stillbirth or miscarriage and through subsequent pregnancies and parenting. We meet every first Saturday of each month for a chat and cuppa.
Contact Golden Ball, 3 Victoria Square, Worksop, Notts
Email: info@joeltcp.org
Phone: 07591 740287
Website: http://www.joeltcp.org
Registered Charity No: 1158908
Joel's main aim is to support families through pregnancy and parenting after baby loss. No matter how long ago you experienced your loss, at any stage of pregnancy, during labour or after birth, we will support you. It is important to know that you are never alone. We aim to celebrate the family as a whole and break the taboo associated with baby loss.
Every first Saturday of each month we meet for a chat and a cuppa (with a slice of cake!), 10.00-11.30am at the Golden Ball, 3 Victoria Square, Worksop, Notts, S80 1DX
The groups are relaxed, friendly and welcoming and you are not pressured to sit and talk if you don't want to. However, we do have a wonderful peer support network and provide access to all Joel's services. You can find out about:
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coaching
- counselling
- hypnotherapy and 1:1 support
You can also:
- borrow beautiful books from our library
- make crafts
- meet families who share the same experiences as you
Sunshine Children (baby born before loss) and Rainbow Children (baby born after loss) are welcome to come along too, as they can play, craft and meet other children who have lost a precious sibling.
Visit our website for information and support: http://www.joeltcp.org/
Joel can provide a rainbow information pack which signposts support, ideas for keepsakes and stories of hope.
If you could help us by donating, please TEXT joel14, plus your chosen amount of £1, £2, £3, £5 or £10 to 70070.
Find us on Twitter: @TCPJoel Facebook: Joel TCP Rainbow Baby Support Network Flickr: Joel the complete package
Health for Teens - Text your School Nurse
Text your school Nurse for confidential Health Advice And Support 07507 329 952 Healthforteens.co.uk
https://www.healthforteens.co.uk/
Get help with all kinds of things like: Healthy eating, Sex, emotional Health, bullying, smoking, alcohol Drugs, self-harm, Contraception , relationships
Zero tolerence to bullying
On Twitter @healthforteens

Place2Be
Place2Be 13 / 14 Angel Gate 326 City Road London
Our mission is to enhance the wellbeing and prospects of children and their families by providing access to therapeutic and emotional support in schools, using a proven model backed up by research and training.
Contact Place2Be 13 / 14 Angel Gate 326 City Road London
Email: enquiries@place2be.org.uk
Phone: 0207 923 5500
Website: https://www.place2be.org.uk
Like the rest of the world, Place2Be is adapting as coronavirus (COVID-19) impacts society and everyday lives.
With school closures and lots of uncertainty, we’re working hard to ensure we can support as many children, young people and families as possible during this unsettling time. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing tips, advice, and updates on how to access our services.
With so much uncertainty in the world, children and young people need our emotional support now more than ever. Please donate today to help us to support the mental health of children and families across the UK.
Children are less likely to suffer from serious mental health difficulties in later life if they receive support at an early age, providing a cost saving to adult mental health services.
Growing evidence indicates that promoting positive mental health also improves a range of positive school outcomes, including attitudes to learning, better attendance and lower exclusion rates.

YOUNG MINDS
Suite 11, Baden Place, Crosby Row, London
The voice for young people's mental health and wellbeing. Parents helpline and young person's crisis messenger.
Contact Suite 11, Baden Place, Crosby Row, London
Email: ymenquiries@youngminds.org.uk
Phone: 020 7089 5050
Website: http://www.youngminds.org.uk/
YoungMinds is the UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people. Driven by their experiences we campaign, research and influence policy and practice. We also provide expert knowledge to professionals, parents and young people through our Parents' Helpline, online resources, training and development, outreach work and publications.
YoungMinds does not offer advice to young people – our helpline service is for parents or carers worried about a child or young person.
Free Parents' Helpline: 0808 802 5544 9.30-4pm
Parents' Online contact form: https://youngminds.org.uk/contact-us/parents-helpline-enquiries/
Online Resources for Young People: http://www.youngminds.org.uk/for_children_young_people
Young person's crisis messenger: Text YM85258 if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. 24/7 response

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.
COVID19 update, 20th August 2020 - Update from Childline
Because of the coronavirus, we've had to make some changes to how Childline works. For now, you can only speak to a Childline counsellor online or on the phone from 9am – midnight.
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.

The Mix
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Free confidential support for young people under 25 via online, social media and mobile
What does post-lockdown mean?
The government has officially eased lockdown rules, meaning as things stand right now, you’re allowed to meet up with more friends and family from different households, visit pubs and restaurants and even have your hair cut!
You still have to follow some social distancing restrictions and rules are slightly different depending on where in the UK you live.
For a full summary, see this BBC article.
Is the easing of lockdown a good thing?
For some people, the end of lockdown might feel like a huge relief. You can go out again! You can see your mates and you can do all the things you’ve been missing so much over the past few months.
But this isn’t the way everyone feels, and many of us might not feel at all ready to go back to “normality.”
- Though you may want to see your friends, the thought of putting yourself or others at risk of getting ill can be scary.
- You might be dealing with loss.
- You might be struggling with your mental or physical health.
- You might not want things to change.
How do I cope with all this change and uncertainty?
Uncertainty can be uncomfortable. When the future is hard to predict it can make you feel like things are out of your control, which can be scary.
Anxiety and fear are reasonable and natural responses to big changes.
If you feel this way there’s nothing wrong with you and there’s no need to feel embarrassed.
- Try talking to someone you trust about the way you’re feeling.
- Sticking to a routine can help to give you a sense of control, even if it’s something small like reading before bed or going for a walk at the same time every day.
- Try writing a list of all the things you can control.
- Get creative! Try singing, dancing, playing music or painting to express how you’re feeling.
What if I don’t feel comfortable going out yet?
Know that you don’t need to do anything you’re not comfortable with.
- Take things at your own pace.
- Communicate with your friends and family about how the changes are making you feel.
- If it makes you feel safer, stick to meeting people in the park in smaller groups.
- If you want to wear a mask when you see people then that’s fine too.
What if I’m shielding?
For those who are shielding (often people with long-term health conditions), the easing of restrictions won’t apply in the same way.
If you or someone in your family is shielding then it can be really stressful to see life returning to normal. It can also give you massive FOMO!
If you’re shielding or you’re worried about someone who is, know that you’re not alone.
Make sure you’re chatting to friends and family as much as you can. You can also chat things through with one of our team.
It might help to switch off from social media sometimes to avoid drawing comparisons.
Things are going back to normal, but I’m dealing with loss
Some people will have lost loved ones during the pandemic. It can be difficult to see normality returning when you’re dealing with grief and loss.
You may not have been able to see a loved one before they passed away. Restrictions may have meant that you couldn’t go to their funeral. This can make things feel twice as hard.
Grieving is one of the hardest things we go through, and everyone reacts differently. It’s ok if you’re struggling and it’s nothing to feel guilty about. But the fact that restrictions are easing also means that you can now see the people in your life that can support you through this time. Staying in touch with your friends and family can make a huge difference.
You might find our article on coping with grief helpful. Take a look at Barnardo’s article on coping with loss.
You could also sign up for bereavement counselling. You can get free counselling with The Mix here.
But, I liked some bits of lockdown!
Did you actually find lockdown nice and peaceful? Some people enjoyed the chance to slow things down and reconnect with the things they love doing.
You might also feel anxious about returning to school, university or to normal working life. But you’re not the only person who’ll be feeling this way.
- Make a list of all the things you enjoyed about lockdown, so you know which habits you want to keep.
- Talk to your employer or your teachers about what you need to feel comfortable going back to a more normal routine.
- Take things slowly; no one is forcing you to rush back to a faster pace of life.
Stay connected
No matter how you’re feeling about a post-lockdown world, it’s important to remember that we’re all going through this together, and there’s no perfect way of coping.
The key thing is to stay connected to those around you and make sure you feel supported and heard.
You might find these articles by Mind and the Mental Health Foundation helpful.
Speak to our team for free and confidential support on anything and everything that’s on your mind.
Next Steps
- If you're under 25 and would like free confidential telephone counselling from The Mix to help you figure things out complete this form and we'll call you to arrange your first session.
- Mind offers advice and support to people with mental health problems. Their helpline runs nine to six from Monday to Friday. 0300 123 3393
- Anyone can contact the Samaritans on their 24-hour helpline to talk things through. 116 123
- Our Crisis Messenger provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you’re aged 25 or under, you can text THEMIX to 85258
- AnxietyUK run helplines, email support, live chats and therapy services for people with anxiety disorders. 08444 775 774
- Chat about this subject on our Discussion Boards.
- Need help but confused where to go locally? Download our StepFinder iPhone app to find local support services quickly.
The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to us via online, social or our free
If you’re under 25 and need help but don’t know where to turn call us for FREE on 0808 808 4994. We’ll explore your situation with you and find organisations that may be able to help you further. We’re open from 11am to 11pm every day.
One to one chat allows you to live message our trained helpline supporters about any issue that is troubling you. Our team is trained to help you explore your situation and find organisations which might be able to help you further. We offer a non-judgemental service so you can speak to us about any issue. We’re open from 11am to 11pm every day.
We want to help you find the information you need. The more you are able to tell us about your current situation, the more we will be able to help. You can email the helpline at any time and we aim to respond within 24 hours.
Visit our website: http://www.themix.org.uk/

ARC - Antenatal Support
ARC, 345 City Road, London, EC1V 1LR
Supports families through antenatal screening and its consequences
Contact ARC, 345 City Road, London, EC1V 1LR
Email: info@arc-uk.org
Phone: 0845 077 2290 or 0207 713 7486
Website: http://www.arc-uk.org/
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020
ARC offers non-directive information and support to parents before, during and after antenatal screening; when they are told their baby has an anomaly; when they are making difficult decisions about continuing with or ending a pregnancy, and when they are coping with complex and painful issues after making a decision, including bereavement.

PANDAS
PANDAS Foundation, The Fort, Artillery Business Park, Park Hill, Oswestry, SY11 4AD
Pre and Postnatal depression Advice and Support
PANDAS
PANDAS Foundation, The Fort, Artillery Business Park, Park Hill, Oswestry, SY11 4AD

Contact PANDAS Foundation, The Fort, Artillery Business Park, Park Hill, Oswestry, SY11 4AD
Email: info@pandasfoundation.org.uk
Phone: FREE helpline 0808 1961 776
Website: http://pandasfoundation.org.uk
Who we are
The PANDAS Foundation is here to help support and advise any parent and their networks who need support with perinatal mental illness. We are also here to inform and guide family members, carers, friends and employers as to how they can support someone who is suffering.
PANDAS survives thanks to the hard work of our dedicated volunteer team and your own donations. If you are interested in fundraising for our vital support services, please contact our fundraising team kerry.thomas@pandasfoundation.org.uk or donate now.
New website coming in 2020
How we can help
- FREE helpline 0808 1961 776. Available on all landlines. Monday – Sunday 11am-10pm. Manned by a team of trained volunteers who will be happy to chat to you and direct you to the right support.
- PANDAS Email Support: info@pandasfoundation.org.uk available 365 days a year. We’ll respond within 72 hours. Please get in touch if you’d like any more information regarding perinatal mental illness or are looking for support for yourself or your partner, friend or colleague.
- PANDAS Foundation Facebook Page Our PANDAS Social Media team are online seven days a week, keeping you inspired, motivated and informed with current news and reports on perinatal mental health.
- PANDAS Dads Facebook Page Developed to support partners and carers affected by perinatal mental illness, our PANDAS Dads volunteers are on hand to offer support and information seven days a week.
- PANDAS Support Groups Our PANDAS Support Groups offer a fantastic opportunity to meet up with other parents affected by perinatal mental illness. Our team of PANDAS Support Group Leaders are on hand to provide information about local activities and services, whilst also offering support and advice. To find your local group call or email us.
Follow us
Instagram / Facebook / Twitter
Contact details
Fundraising : kerry.thomas@pandasfoundation.org.uk
PR, charity and Media Enquiries: annie.belasco@pandasfoundation.org.uk
New Group recruitment: Lauren.tonner@pandasfoundation.org.uk
We are a Limited Company registered in England and Wales with company number 7740327.
Charity number 1149485

Kooth.com Online Counselling
Free, safe & anonymous online support for young people. Peer chatroom, info, journal writing.
Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people
Monday – Friday 12pm – 10pm
Saturday – Sunday 6pm – 10pm
Healthy Family Team
The Hurst Cheapside Worksop
Healthy Family Teams are a new integrated service for children, young people & families.
Contact The Hurst Cheapside Worksop
Email: bassetlawhftclusters@nottshc.nhs.uk
Phone: 01777 274422 for appointments & advice between 9am-5pm Mon to Fri
Website: https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/healthy-family-teams
Children, young people & families will receive care from this service from before birth to their late teens when they need it, regardless of where they live in Notts.
Each Healthy Family Team member will support families & children in different ways depending on the type of care required.
This service works 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday but can also work out of hours if necessary.
Where additional support is needed, this will be agreed with service users & delivered by the most appropriate member of the team. Signposting, referral & joint working with local children’s centres & other services will also be offered as part of the support package if needed.
The Healthy Family Teams are based at local health centres and in some local children’s centres. This allows the teams to work closely with local GPs, education, voluntary services and social care services. Bassetlaw teams are based on Cheapside, Worksop and Retford Hospital.
Chat Health Text Service
ChatHealth is a confidential text messaging service that enables children and young people (aged 11-19) to contact their local public health nursing (school nursing) team.
Text: 07507 329 952
Advice for Teens in Nottinghamshire
- Organisation: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Service: Nottinghamshire Healthy Family Team
- For: Young people aged 11-19
- Response time: Within 24 hours, 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
Parentline for Nottinghamshire
- Organisation: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Service: Nottinghamshire Healthy Family Team
- For: Parents and carers of all children and young people aged 0-19
- Response time: Within 24 hours, 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
07520 619919
C-Card
C Card scheme - free sexual health advice and condom service for young people
The C Card scheme allows young people to get access to condoms, lubricants and ask any questions they have about sex, sexually transmitted infections and relationships.
You don't have to be having sex to use this service. The advice is free and confidential and is aimed at helping young people make the right choice about sexual health.
The scheme is available from a range of places including:
- health centres
- GP practices
- youth centres
- colleges and schools
- pharmacies.
For more information on the C Card Scheme, please check out our website: www.ccardnottinghamshire.co.uk.
http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/health-and-wellbeing/sexual-health/c-card

Life After Miscarriage
If you’ve made your way here and and you’re ready to make some big changes in your life, unburdening yourself of the thoughts, feelings and emotions that get stuck after a miscarriage, well I’m so glad you found this site.
We can help you start living again so you can maybe even try for another baby or change the way you live and work, by freeing you of the thoughts and emotions that are holding you back.
Life After Miscarriage, Your Guide to Healing from Pregnancy Loss takes you through a transformational journey from the pain of loss to a place of acceptance and hope. You will discover how your loss impacts your relationships with your partner, family and friends. You will understand how it’s holding you back in your career, day-to-day life and overall happiness. You’ll recognise and understand your go-to coping strategies and learn how you can begin to support yourself with self-healing strategies so you can move forward and find joy again.
https://life-after-miscarriage.com/

Health For Kids - Health Promotion Website
Health For Kids is fabulous resource for health - related subjects for children aged 4-11 years - Local launch is January 2019. There is also a parents/carers zone
Nottinghamshire County Council’s Public Health have commissioned a new and exciting website ‘Health for Kids’ which will be managed by the Youth Service. The website is due to be launched in January 2019.
Health for Kids is a health promotion website offering information in a fun and interactive way for primary school children, parents/carers and teachers. The website will offer local news on upcoming events, campaigns, blogs, articles and useful information about services available to children within Nottinghamshire. The website aims to help promote the health and wellbeing of children aged 5-11 years.
Moving forward, the Youth Service will also be managing the Health for Teens Website, which was launched back in January 2016. Health for Teens offers health and wellbeing advice and information to young people aged 11-19, promoting a healthy body and mind. The site provides local information on relevant services to signpost young people to within Nottinghamshire.
As a service we would like to inform you of how to contact us in regards to supporting the websites to ensure the information we include on the local pages is up to date and relevant for Nottinghamshire. For example, if you have an event you would like us to promote to children, young people, parents or carer, or if you have a campaign that is running locally we can publicise these on the Health for kids or Teens Website’s.
We would also like to request you to promote the relevant website to the appropriate age group through your service. We have a range of publicity material available electronically and a limited supply of hard copies.
To get in touch, request any material and add any information you feel is relevant and appropriate for the sites please email the content to; healthforkidsandteens@nottscc.gov.uk
For further information on the Health for Teens and Kids Websites, please contact; Jenny Quin-Smith from the Youth Service on; 01158041180; Jennifer.quin-smith@nottscc.gov.uk
If you would like to visit the Websites, please see links below;
www.healthforkids.co.uk (local page will be launched in January)
www.healthforteens.co.uk/nottinghamshire
We look forward to working together with you and your organisation in order to successfully promote the health and wellbeing of children and young people in Nottinghamshire.

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Maternity Voices (Formerly Bassetlaw Maternity Voices Group - Pregnancy)
This is a local Group, working as part of the South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw Integrated Care System to help create a better Maternity Service in Bassetlaw
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Maternity Voices (Formerly Bassetlaw Maternity Voices Group - Pregnancy)

COVID-19 and Maternity Voices Partnerships role
During the coronavirus pandemic Maternity Voices Partnerships have shifted their focus to support maternity services in:
- decision making around temporary service reconfiguration, and
- communicating those changes to women, birthing people and their families.
It is vital that adequate funding is available for MVPs for the work they are doing to support Trusts and women locally with their queries and concerns.
Co-production of NHS resources on coronavirus
Over recent weeks many Maternity Voices Partnership chairs and service user representatives have been helping NHS England and Improvement to co-produce information leaflets and this video animation: https://youtu.be/B-ymea8LQtU
Associated maternity units: Doncaster Royal Infirmary and Bassetlaw Hospital
Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DBTHMV/
A working group comprised of families, commisioners and healthxcare providers, working together to review and contribute to the development of local maternity care.
The groups meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at various locations, primarily at The Hub, The Golden Ball , Victoria Square, Worksop Nottinghamshire.
Everyone welcome to attend. Please contact The Chair Emma Pearson on the telephone number below
Check out the Local Page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DBTHMV/
BCVS Community Advisor
BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
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.
BCVS Community Advisor
BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire

Contact BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: communityadvisor@bcvs.org.uk
Phone: 01909 476118
Website: https://www.bcvs.org.uk/bcvs-services/services/community-advisor
IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF BASSETLAW RESIDENTS THROUGH SUPPORTED
ACCESS AND NAVIGATION INTO LOCAL SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS
The Community Advisor is a specialist with a wealth of knowledge and experience about services across Bassetlaw, helping individuals to access non-medical support services from voluntary organisations and community groups.
Anyone over the age of 16 who is registered with a Bassetlaw GP can access this service.
You can ask at your GP Reception when the Community Advisor will be visiting your local surgery or contact us directly here at BCVS.
The Community Advisor will discuss with the individual how one of the many voluntary or community services may help them improve their health and wellbeing alongside any existing medical treatment.
The Community Advisor can help you to:
- Identify groups which may offer additional support to help you understand and manage your medical condition
- Access community social groups by giving you a named contact and specific group information
- Access benefits, debt and welfare advice
- Address loneliness and isolation issues by encouraging participation with local activity group
- Access information and advice on a wide range of services for the whole family
Your Community Advisor will be able to identify suitable support options and they will afford the time to find contact details of the leaders of groups and services to make the access as smooth as possible.
There are several ways to make contact with the Community Advisor:
You can ring the Community Advisor direct for telephone advice. Available Monday to Friday on 01909 476118 Ext 24.
Babes Breastfeeding Group (Formerly Bassetlaw Breast feeding Buddies Peer Support Group)
Manton Children's Centre Community Way (Off Shrewsbury Road) Manton Worksop Nottinghamshire
Meetings at Manton Children's Centre, Worksop. The group covers the whole of Bassetlaw
Babes Breastfeeding Group (Formerly Bassetlaw Breast feeding Buddies Peer Support Group)
Manton Children's Centre Community Way (Off Shrewsbury Road) Manton Worksop Nottinghamshire

Contact Manton Children's Centre Community Way (Off Shrewsbury Road) Manton Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: tina.walker2@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 01158 788392 Tina Walker / 01158 788365 Jayne Smith
Website: https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/service.page?id=XYP7PqEftdo
CURRENTLY OPERATING ONLINE THROUGH FACEBOOK DURING COVID
BABES Breastfeeding Group, Tuesdays 09.30-11.00am
Come along and meet other breastfeeding and pregnant women, you can also receive support from a trained Breastfeeding Peer Supporter. This is a very informal group. You can pop in for as long or as little as you like.
Join us on Facebook for details of our virtual Babes group on Thursday 10th September.
Join by contacting tina.walker2@nottscc.gov.uk
Nottinghamshire Children And Family Partnership ( NCFP )
This service offers support, advice and guidance for parents of children aged 0-5 years
Contact
Email: cc.enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/early-years-and-childcare/childrens-centre-service
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
The team is still working, so if you need to speak to a Family Support Worker please email the Children’s Centre CC.Bassetlaw@nottscc.gov.uk and we’ll get back to you.
Until we can all get together again to play and learn please take a look at our Facebook page or look on the Notts Help Yourself website where our Parent/Carer Zone has lots of information, advice and play ideas.
Hope to see you soon!
Contact them directly to see what courses are available to you as the programme changes on a regular basis
Babes Breast Feeding Support Group - Gateford
Raymouth lane Worksop Notts
Pop along for support for as little or ad long as you want. Older siblings, partners and family members welcome
Pregnant and Nursing Mums welcome
The Legacy of Leo Charity - LGBT+ Baby Loss
Charities and organisations are inclusive in recognising that same sex couples are also affected by baby loss, yet often there is only one or two examples of families that have been affected.
I would describe being a same sex couple experiencing baby loss as being in a small pond, within a small pond. Whilst neither pond is actually that small once you start swimming around in it – you have to search far and wide to find others likes yourself.
Visit the Legacy of Leo website for more information and blogs
The Cuckoo Mama
Cradle: Pain to purpose & comfort bags for early pregnancy loss
Contact
Email: carocuckoo@outlook.com
Phone:
Website: https://thecuckoomama.co.uk/2019/07/29/cradle-pain-to-purpose-comfort-bags-for-early-pregnancy-loss/
It’s currently estimated that around 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage. Whilst that figure may seem distressingly high, it actually only takes into account the losses which are reported. Many women, who miscarry early into their pregnancy, will do so at home, alone, and often with limited medical guidance or follow up appointments.
Cradle is run by a team of national early pregnancy loss ambassadors, who have all suffered their own losses, and now work to support others by partnering with their chosen NHS Gynae Wards, EPAUs (Early Pregnancy Assessment Units), A&E, and any other department responsible for the care of parents experiencing early loss.
Cradle is there to help, and regularly run support groups, contribute to NHS training days, as well as working with other charities in the baby loss community.
If anyone has, tragically, suffered from pregnancy loss and is looking for support, please do reach out to Cradle. You can find Cradle’s Facebook peer support group at facebook.com/cradleEPL follow them on Twitter @cradle_EPL and Instagram too instagram.com/cradle_epl
Whilst losing a baby early on can feel overwhelming, confusing and is a traumatic experience, please remember you are not alone, and support is available.
Also on Twitter and Facebook.

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.