Care and Support

Talking therapies

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

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

NHS talking therapies services offer:

  • talking therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), counselling, other therapies, and guided self-help
  • help for common mental health problems, like anxiety and depression

Mental health services and support for adults and young people

If you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed, or just want to feel happier, we are here to help.

Perinatal peer support for parents struggling mild to moderately with their mental health.

East Hastings Family Club

We are excited to announce the launch of the East Hastings Family Hub, the first in East Sussex.

Family Hubs will be the ‘go to’ place for families with children 0-19 (25 with SEND) to access support and activities within their local community.

Pregnancy and Baby Guide

This guide includes all you need to know about trying for a baby, pregnancy, labour and birth.

FSN Charity-Supporting children, young people and families

FSN aims to provide effective and professional caring action  for children and young people suffering the effects of poverty, disadvantage, neglect and abuse

NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service

Did you know about NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service ?

We are participating in a new approach to improve access for patients to GP appointments. The aim is to direct patients to the most appropriate healthcare professional, which may be a GP or a pharmacist.

From 30th January if your symptoms could be resolved by a booked consultation with the pharmacist instead of the GP, you will be given a same-day referral to a pharmacy of your choice.

We think this is a good thing. Once you see how great your local pharmacist is – they are highly trained and skilled clinicians experienced in treating minor illnesses – we don’t think you’ll look back.

This will also help us to free up GP appointments for people with more complex health needs and ensure that everyone gets treated at the right time, by the right healthcare professional.

We are keen to hear what you think and will be listening to your comments and feedback about your experience of using this service.

Find out more about Pharmacy First

Healthy living

NHS advice about healthy living, including eating a balanced diet, healthy weight, exercise, quitting smoking and drinking less alcohol.

Local community information

Find out about other local services and support available.

Self-care: Urinary tract infection (UTI) information

Please check the links below to see the latest advice if you think you may have a urinary tract infection.

UTI leaflet for older people and carers

UTI leaflet for women under 65

 

NHS Health A to Z

Your complete guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help.

Carers Support

Are you a Carer? If you are, please let us know – we may be able to help you.

Domestic abuse

You are not alone. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse of any kind, Refuge is here to support you.

CGL - CHANGE GROW LIVE

  To help people change the directions of their lives, grow as individuals and live life to its full potential.

Sexual Health Advice

Family Planning Association

They are a sexual health charity. They give straightforward information and support on sexual health, sex and relationships to everyone in the UK.

Telephone: 0300 1237123

Website: www.fpa.org.uk

 

Emergency Contraception (morning after pill, IUD)

Your contraception guide available here

Sexual Health Clinic

Specialist sexual health services offer the complete range for contraceptive, sexual health and other services. For more information please visit their website: Hastings Clinic | East Sussex Sexual Health

Please note that all our doctors offer general contraceptive advice and prescribing of oral contraceptive pills. For further information please contact the Practice.