Support Organisations and Self Help Resources

Helping You Find the Right Support

At Arbury Medical Centre, we understand that health and wellbeing can be influenced by many factors, including physical health, mental wellbeing, housing, finances, social isolation and caring responsibilities.

This page provides information about organisations and resources that may be able to offer additional support and advice.

If you are unsure which service may be most appropriate, please speak to a member of the practice team.

Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing

Support is available for people experiencing:

  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Low mood
  • Depression
  • Bereavement
  • Loneliness
  • Other emotional wellbeing concerns

Useful organisations include:

If you are struggling with your mental health, please contact the practice for advice and support.

Social Prescribing & Community Support

Social prescribing can help connect patients with local services and activities that support overall wellbeing.

Support may include:

  • Community groups
  • Exercise opportunities
  • Volunteering
  • Wellbeing activities
  • Social support networks
  • Financial wellbeing advice

Please ask the practice about social prescribing services available locally.

Carers Support

If you provide unpaid care for a friend, family member or neighbour, support may be available.

Services may include:

  • Carers assessments
  • Respite support
  • Wellbeing services
  • Information and advice

Visit our Carers Support Page for further information.

Veterans Support

Veterans may be able to access specialised NHS services and national support organisations.

Support may include:

  • Mental health services
  • Welfare support
  • Housing advice
  • Employment support
  • Financial advice

Visit our Veterans Support Pagefor more information.

Dementia Support

For patients living with dementia and their families, support may be available from:

Support can include practical advice, education and emotional support.

Learning Disabilities & Autism Support

Information and support may be available from:

If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the practice so that we can support your needs.

Cancer Support

Cancer support organisations can provide information, practical advice and emotional support.

Useful organisations include:

Support is available for patients, carers and family members.

Domestic Abuse Support

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, help and support are available.

Support organisations can provide:

  • Confidential advice
  • Safety planning
  • Emergency support
  • Housing assistance

If you are in immediate danger, call 999.

If you need support, please speak to a healthcare professional or contact a specialist support service.

Bereavement Support

Losing someone can be extremely difficult and support is available.

Useful organisations include:

Financial & Cost of Living Support

Some organisations may be able to help with:

  • Benefits advice
  • Debt support
  • Cost of living assistance
  • Housing advice
  • Energy support

If financial difficulties are affecting your health or wellbeing, please speak to a member of the practice team who can refer you to our Social Prescriber.

Self Help Resources

Patients can also access trusted health information through:

NHS Health A-Z

 

Self-help resources can support people to manage their health, make informed decisions and access appropriate support.

Need Further Support?

If you are unsure which service may help you, please contact reception or speak to a healthcare professional.

We will be happy to help signpost you to appropriate services and resources.


Page created: 22 September 2026