Reception and enquiries
Reception and enquiries
How can we help you?
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Treatment Room
Treatment Room
Let’s see what we can do…
Get immediate help with minor illnesses and injuries:
- Coughs
- Colds
- Headaches
- Flu
- Back pain
- Sprains
- Burns and scalds
- Animal bites
- Cuts and grazes
- Minor head injury
- Cold Sores
Pharmacists can also advise on minor illnesses and injuries:
Alternatively you can visit your nearest Minor Injury Unit:
London Road
Benham Hill
Thatcham
Berks RG18 3AS
Tel: 01635 273 300
24 hours, 7 days a week
York Road
Henley-on-Thames
Oxfordshire RG9 2EB
Tel: 01865 903703
8.00am – 8.00pm
If you wish to get advice or see a Nurse or Doctor, please visit Appointments.
Consulting room
Consulting room
How can we help you?
For Forms, Medicals, Test results and Certificates please visit Reception.
For Health reviews, including Asthma reviews and Smoking cessation please visit our Health Review and Assessment Clinic.
Call 111
Visit a Pharmacist
- No appointment necessary
- Many pharmacists have a confidential area
- Open till late and at weekends
Contact a Nurse
When you request an appointment we ask what your symptoms are so we can ensure you are given the right advice or an appointment with the most appropriate person.
Contact a Doctor
When you request an appointment we ask what your symptoms are so we can ensure you are given the right advice or an appointment with the most appropriate person.
Travel Room
Travel Room
How can we help you?
Vaccinations, medication and travel advice
Travel Assessment
We offer a full travel advice service and limited immunisations. If you are travelling abroad, please complete and submit the travel form in plenty of time (we recommend 6-8 weeks) before your journey.
Do you need travel vaccinations?
Before you travel, it’s important to find out whether you will need vaccinations for the country you’re visiting. The following websites will help you.
Wellbeing Centre
Wellbeing Centre
Let’s see what we can do…
Street Support Reading
Connecting people and organisations locally, to end homelessness in Reading.
Telephone: 0300 500 0914
Website: www.streetsupport.net
Email: reading@streetsupport.net
Alana House
Alana House is an innovative women’s community solution that uses a holistic approach to support women by empowering them to take control of their lives, make informed decisions and improve their life chances.
Telephone: 0118 921 7640
Website: www.pactcharity.org
BWA
BWA provides a range of services to enable people in situations of domestic abuse to make choices about their future and to rebuild their lives.
Telephone: 0118 950 4003
Website: www.berkshirewomensaid.org.uk
Email: iinfo@bwaid.org.uk
Karma Nirvana
Please call us in confidence. Culture, Religion and Tradition are not an excuse; forced marriage is illegal in the UK.
Telephone: 0800 5999 247
Website: karmanirvana.org.uk
Email: info@karmanirvana.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Trust House Reading
Support for survivors of rape, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation.
Telephone: 0118 958 4033
Website: trusthousereading.org
Email: office@trusthousereading.org
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Rahab
The Rahab Project is dedicated to identifying and supporting those who are or have been affected by any form of exploitation through raising awareness, offering support and empowerment.
Telephone: 0118 956 7000
Website: rva.org.uk
Email: admin@rahab.co.uk
Stop Men Dying Too Young
Together we can make a difference for men’s health – in prostate cancer,
testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
Website: uk.movember.com
Cancer Support
For information on how to use your Bowel Screening Kit, or how to Check Your Breasts, please visit our Cancer Support Page.
Bowel Cancer Screening
This leaflet gives you information about bowel cancer, and the benefits and risks of bowel cancer screening. It aims to help you make an informed choice about taking part in the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
Berkshire Breast Cancer Support Group
Berkshire Breast Cancer Support Group is for anyone who has or had breast cancer in Berkshire, UK. We share queries, information, support and fun and we also meet up.
Facebook: BerkshireBreastCancerSupportGroup
Email: bbcsg@outlook.com
Testicular Cancer Awareness
In the UK, testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15-49.
Website: uk.movember.com
The Derm Review - Guide to Skin Cancer Prevention
For information about skin cancer causes and how to prevent it please visit: thedermreview.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-skin-cancer-prevention
Berkshire Care Directory
If you are thinking about moving into a care home or arranging care for a relative or friend, you can find useful information and advice in the Berkshire Care Directory.
Dementia Carers Count
Our charity is for family carers of people with dementia, the dementia and carer communities and everyone who supports our aims.
Family carers can be wives, partners, husbands, children, brothers, sisters, in-laws, close friends, grandchildren – in fact, anyone looking after someone with dementia.
Telephone: 020 3096 7894
Website: www.dementiacarers.org.uk
Carers UK
They’re here to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone.
Telephone: 020 7378 4999
Website: www.carersuk.org
Reading Crossroads Care
Crossroads Care Reading is committed to providing practical support in the home in order to enable carers to have a break from their caring responsibilities.
Telephone: 0118 945 4209
Website: www.readingcrossroadscare.org
Rally Round
A free online service for friends and family to come together and help a loved one stay safe and well at home.
Website: www.rallyroundme.com
Jointly by Carers UK
An app to create a circle of care and easily manage communication and coordination of caring tasks.
Website: www.jointlyapp.com
Care Choices
Care Choices is the reliable place to find the care that’s best for you and the information you need. Whether you’re looking for a care home or ideas on staying independent at home, this website has been designed to make it easy for you.
Website: www.carechoices.co.uk
Carers Hub
Carers Trust provides a range of support and services which can be accessed via the Carers Hub – funded by Reading Borough Council, West Berkshire Council, North & West Reading CCG, South Reading CCG and Newbury & District CCG.
Telephone: 0118 324 7333
Website: www.berkshirecarershub.org
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Childline
Confidential help and advice
Telephone: 0800 1111
Website: wwww.childline.org.uk
The Berkshire Child Health App
A new app has been created with advice on a wide range of common childhood illnesses.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
Vaccination planner
Download a personalised vaccination calendar, which highlights the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by.
Download from: www.nhs.uk
Lift the Baby video: New campaign launched to raise awareness of safe sleeping with babies
Players from London Irish Rugby Club have teamed up with health chiefs to launch a major video campaign aimed at cutting baby deaths. The Lift the Baby campaign comes after figures showed more than 130 babies die in the UK every year because of unsafe sleeping.
It’s now available on YouTube and there is also a dedicated Lift the Baby website giving a wide range of safe sleeping advice from the Lullaby Trust: www.liftthebaby.org.uk
Childhood illness visual guide
Use this visual guide to help you identify common conditions and illnesses that may affect your child. Includes conditions such as measles, slapped cheek syndrome, chicken pox and warts.
Website: www.nhs.uk
Berkshire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme
All patients aged 12 and over, with a diagnosis of diabetes should participate in the diabetic eye screening programme. This is the best way to ensure that risk of losing your sight is managed. Patients who have had bariatric surgery or no longer show the symptoms of diabetes should still attend for screening.
- Advice
- Group
The Rose Centre
The Rose Centre is a specialist once-a-month drop in service for women affected by Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
Leaflet: The Rose Centre (PDF)
West Berkshire Directory
Find information on the wide range of services available to support you. This service is for everyone!
Website: www.directory.westberks.gov.uk
Reading Mencap
Support for children and adults with learning disabilities and autism, and their carers.
Telephone: 0118 966 2518
Website: www.readingmencap.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Elevate Me
Elevate Me is the place for young people and adults in Reading to get help, advice and support on careers guidance, employment, education and apprenticeships.
Telephone: 0118 937 2204
Website: reading.elevateme.org.uk
Email: elevate.berkshire@reading.gov.uk
- Advice
- Website
Citizens Advice
They aim to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives.
Website: www.citizensadvice.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Alana House
Early intervention and support for vulnerable women.
Telephone: 0118 921 7640
Email: alana.house@pactcharity.org
Website: www.alanahouse.org
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Berkshire Women's Aid
Domestic Abuse Drop-in new time and location from 30th August 2017: Every Wednesday 10am to 3pm at Reading Voluntary Action (RVA), 3rd Floor, Cnetral Library, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BQ. No need to book; just turn up and speak to BWA specialist support workers for advice and guidance.
You can also see us at Alana House, South St, Reading RG1 4RA on the second Wednesday of the month from 12.30 to 2.30pm.
Telephone: 0118 950 4003
Email: info@bwaid.org.uk
Website: www.berkshirewomensaid.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Karma Nirvana
Supporting victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage in the UK.
Telephone: 0800 5999 247
Email: info@karmanirvana.org.uk
Website: www.karmanirvana.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
Trust House Reading
Support for survivors of rape, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation.
Telephone: 0118 958 4033
- Helpline
- Website
The Edge West Berks
We work with young people up to the age of 18 and their families/carers who are affected by drugs or alcohol.
The Edge is a really friendly environment where young people can feel relaxed and safe. The Edge is situated in Newbury town centre, next to the canal and Victoria Park.
Telephone: (01635) 582002
Website: www.edgecrew.co.uk
Further Information: Leaflet
- Helpline
- Tool
Standby Volunteer Transport
A voluntary organisation that can organise transport for patients with difficulties using public transport. The service is run by volunteers and they request a voluntary donation towards the cost of their petrol. The phone number below will allow you to leave a message on their answerphone to which a volunteer will call you back.
Telephone: 0118 930 6419
- Advice
- Tool
- Website
Reading Well Books on Prescription
Reading Well Books on Prescription helps you to understand and manage your health and wellbeing using self-help reading. The scheme is endorsed by health professionals and supported by public libraries.
Website: www.reading-well.org.uk
- Advice
- Tool
- Website
Social Care Info Point
Provides details of services, organisations and activities to support adults in West Berkshire to live independently.
Website: www.westberks.gov.uk
- Advice
- Website
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire
Here you can find out about the fantastic range of voluntary sector organisations in West Berkshire and the wide variety of services and activities they provide. There are currently around 800 services listed on our database, making it the definitive guide to the West Berkshire’s voluntary and community sector.
Website: www.empoweringwb.org.uk
Carers Hub
Carers Trust provides a range of support and services which can be accessed via the Carers Hub – funded by Reading Borough Council, West Berkshire Council, North & West Reading CCG, South Reading CCG and Newbury & District CCG.
Telephone: 0118 324 7333
Website: www.berkshirecarershub.org
- Advice
- Champion
- Group
- Website
Healthwatch
The independent national champion for people who use health and social care services. We’re here to make sure that those running services, and the government, put people at the heart of care.
Telephone: 03000 68 3000
Website: www.healthwatch.co.uk
Nquire Advice
N:qu?re exists to help people in West Reading by providing Advice, Information and Support on a wide variety of issues.
Telephone: 0118 9598558
Website: www.nquireadvice.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Elevate Me
Advice and support on employment, work experience and mentoring for 16 – 24 year olds.
Telephone: 0118 937 2204
Website: wwww.reading.elevateme.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
RAHAB
Support, advocacy and befriending for workers in the sex industry.
Email: admin@rahab.co.uk
Telephone: 0118 956 7000
- Advice
- Group
- Helpline
Heartbeats West Berkshire Heart Support Group
The Group is open to heart patients, their partners and anyone interested in the support of those with cardiac conditions.
Meetings are held monthly at Calcot Community Centre, High View, Calcot RG31 4XD on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 2.30pm until approx 4pm. Tea, coffee, and biscuits provided at no charge. If you decide to join, annual subscription is £8.50 per person.
Telephone: 0118 941 5540
Drug addiction: Getting help
If you need treatment for drug addiction, you’re entitled to NHS care in the same way as anyone else who has a health problem.
With the right help and support, it’s possible for you to get drug free and stay that way.
Mindful Alcohol Project
Are you worried that you are drinking too much?
The Mindful Alcohol Project is a free six-session online programme for West Berkshire residents who want to explore their relationship with alcohol and develop healthy habits that promote safe and happy lives.
Website: www.cranstoun.org/mindfulalcohol
- Advice
- Group
- Website
Mutual Aid - Alcohol Support Groups
Why not take advantage of local and online peer support groups?
Website: www.smartrecovery.org
More information: Local group schedule
- Advice
- Group
- Tool
- Website
12 Addiction Recovery Apps
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, texting, checking the weather — everyone seems to be on their smartphone these days. But are there any mobile apps for those in drug or alcohol recovery? Here is an up-to-date list of the most popular apps used for addiction recovery.
Website: www.russellwebster.com/recapps
Breaking Free
Online support to help you Break Free from problems with drugs or alcohol.
Website: www.breakingfreeonline.com
Drinkaware Alcohol Self Assessment
Are you drinking too much? Take the drinkaware online test and get advice.
Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk
Drinkaware Online Tools & Apps
Online trackers and apps from Drinkaware to help you avoid harm from alcohol.
Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
Source
Drug and alcohol services for young people aged under 18.
Telephone: 0118 901 5666
Email: source@reading.gov.uk
- Group
- Helpline
- Website
The Edge West Berks
We work with young people up to the age of 18 and their families/carers who are affected by drugs or alcohol.
The Edge is a really friendly environment where young people can feel relaxed and safe. The Edge is situated in Newbury town centre, next to the canal and Victoria Park.
Telephone: (01635) 582002
Website: www.edgecrew.co.uk
Further Information: Leaflet
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
IRiS
Drug and alcohol services for adults over age 18.
Telephone: 0118 956 7441
Website: www.inclusion.org
More information: Local Alcohol Resources
- Advice
- Helpline
National Drugs Helpline
Telephone: 0800 77 66 00
- Advice
- Helpline
Narcotics Anonymous
Telephone: 0300 999 1212
Swanswell Clinic
Swanswell is a national alcohol and drug charity that helps people change and be happy.
Website: www.swanswell.org
Talk to Frank
If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.
Telephone: 0300 123 6600
Text: 82111
Website: www.talktofrank.com
Email: frank@talktofrank.com
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
Telephone: 0800 917 7650
Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Email: help@aamail.org
Drinkaware Online Tools & Apps
Online trackers and apps from Drinkaware to help you avoid harm from alcohol.
Download from: www.drinkaware.co.uk
One You Drinks Tracker - Mobile App
Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
One You Days Off - Mobile App
The One You Days Off app is a simple and easy way to track the days you drink alcohol and the days you don’t.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
Drinkline
If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.
Telephone: 0300 123 1110
Beat
We are a champion, guide and friend to anyone affected by eating disorders, giving individuals experiencing an eating disorder and their loved ones a place where they feel listened to, supported and empowered.
Telephone: 0808 801 0677
Website: www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Email: help@beateatingdisorders.org.uk.
Herbert Protocol
The Herbert Protocol is a national scheme introduced by the police in partnership with other agencies which encourages carers to compile useful information which could be used in the event of a vulnerable person going missing.
Fall Prevention
Falls prevention awareness is for everyone, at every age – visit West Berkshire directory for lots of information.
Website: www.directory.westberks.gov.uk
Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life.
Telephone: 0800 169 2081
Website: www.ageuk.org.uk
Alzheimer's Society Memory Cafés
The Alzheimer’s Society run several Memory Cafés locally which are an opportunity to talk about living with dementia in an informal social environment. They also provide information about dementia, local services and practical tips.
Find your nearest memory cafe and details about the festivities in the Bracknell cafe on their website www.alzheimers.org.uk
Website: www.alzheimers.org.uk
Dementia
Dementia UK offers specialist one-to-one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Telephone: 0800 888 6678
Website: www.dementiauk.org
Dementia Carers Count
A charity for family carers of people with dementia, the dementia and carer communities. Family carers can be wives, partners, husbands, children, brothers, sisters, in-laws, close friends, grandchildren – in fact, anyone looking after someone with dementia.
Telephone: 020 3096 7894
Website: www.dementiacarers.org.uk
Dementia Friendly House Guide
If you have dementia, living at home gives you more independence and also means you can continue to enjoy your own familiar environment.
Good Hydration for Older People
Hydration is a key component of maintaining a healthy body and it is particularly important for older people to drink enough.
As well as affecting general health, dehydration can also lead to serious infections (such as urinary tract infection), make other illnesses worse or lead to physical injury as a result of a fall.
- Advice
- Website
Living with Arthritis
Find out more about managing pain and fatigue, how healthy eating can help your arthritis, how to manage work and arthritis and the impact exercise can have on your arthritis. If your child has arthritis find out what help and support is available.
Website: www.arthritiscare.org.uk
Parkinsons UK
Parkinsons UK provide expert information on every aspect of Parkinson’s so that people affected by the condition can stay in control of their lives.
Telephone: 0808 800 0303
Website: www.parkinsons.org.uk
- Group
Reading Befrienders
Alzheimer’s Society UK is currently recruiting volunteer befrienders in the area. Get in touch to find out how you can make the most amazing difference to somebody living with dementia.
- Advice
Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis Decision Aids
These decision aids are to help you decide which treatments you choose for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.
Deciding what to do about Rheumatoid Arthritis
Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Telephone: 0800 4708 090
Website: www.thesilverline.org.uk
Gov.uk Physical activity guidelines: infographics
Infographics explaining the physical activity needed for general health benefits for all age groups, disabled adults, pregnant women and women after childbirth:
Fitness Studio exercise videos
Take your pick from 24 instructor-led videos across our aerobics exercise, strength and resistance, and pilates and yoga categories:
Get Berkshire Active
Get Berkshire Active have created a page to make it easier for you to access lots of useful material to support you:
- Being Active at home
- Looking after your mental wellbeing
- Working From Home
www.getberkshireactive.org – Active at Home
Couch to 5K
Taking up running can seem like a scary prospect, especially if you feel out of shape or unfit.
NHS Couch to 5K will help you gradually work up towards running 5km in just 9 weeks.
Get Active
No matter how much you do, physical activity is good for your body and mind. Adults should aim to be active every day. Some is good – more is better still.
Website: www.nhs.uk/better-health/get-active
Parkinson's UK
Our self-management programme is designed to
help you navigate your life with Parkinson’s and plan
for the future.
The aim is to share experiences and discuss the
practical and emotional impact of Parkinson’s.
The programme is for people with Parkinson’s,
partners and carers, and it’s available through
face-to-face or online groups.
- Advice
- Website
Asthma Inhaler Technique
Inhalers can be tricky to use, and even if you think your inhaler technique is correct, it might not be!
Website: www.berkshirewestccg.nhs.uk
- Advice
- Website
Daytime Sleepiness
Narcolepsy is a rare long-term brain disorder that causes a person to suddenly fall asleep at inappropriate times. To find out more visit NHS Choices.
Website: www.nhs.uk
Recommended reading
Reading Well promotes the benefits of reading for health and wellbeing. The programme has two strands: Books on Prescription and Mood-boosting Books.
Website: reading-well.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
NHS - COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a collection of lung diseases, including chronic bronchitis, emphysema and chronic obstructive airways disease.
Website: www.nhs.uk
Planning your Pregnancy
If you’re planning on getting pregnant, you can improve your chances of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy. Follow these steps:
Website: www.nhs.uk
Further information
Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here
Website: www.nhs.uk
Midwife Referral
When you first find out you’re pregnant, you can now self-refer directly to the midwife without coming into the surgery.
Local Maternity Services
Royal Berkshire Hospital
John Radcliffe Hospital
Great Western Hospital
Royal Berks - Maternity Information
A library of information leaflets on pregnancy, tests and scans, labour and childbirth and more.
Website: www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Mum & Baby
This new app offers information to support choices on where to give birth in the local area with ‘in-app’ links to self-refer to each local maternity unit, essential information on pregnancy, giving birth and looking after a new baby and personalised plans for care during pregnancy, birth and beyond.
App Store: www.apps.apple.com
Google Play: www.play.google.com
Baby Buddy App
Baby Buddy is an award winning mobile phone app for new parents and parents-to-be, created by mums, doctors and midwives.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
- Advice
- Group
- Website
Reading Maternity Voices
Reading Maternity Voices is women, midwives, doctors and commissioners all working together to review and contribute to the development of local maternity care.
Website: www.readingmaternityvoices.org.uk
- Advice
- Group
- Website
Stress Less Workshops
Run by Talking Therapies Berkshire, the NEW Stress Less workshops will help your patients to understand stress, how it can affect them and learn techniques to help them manage their stress effectively.
Recovery in Mind
Learn how to improve your mental health with their free courses.
Available to adults aged 18 or over living in West Berkshire.
For more information, please visit www.recoveryinmind.org.
No GP referral needed.
Berkshire Talking Therapies
Problems such as anxiety, depression, stress and phobias are very common. Talking Therapies is a friendly and approachable service which helps people with these problems.
Telephone: 0300 365 2000
- Advice
- Website
MindEd Hub
MindEd is a free educational resource on children and young people’s mental health for all adults.
Website: www.minded.org.uk
The Little Blue Book of Sunshine
Life can be tough. If school is pants, you’re trying to figure out who you are and parents are stressing you out… then why wouldn’t you feel down on the world? But that’s rubbish if it means you feel bad about yourself, lose confidence or can’t bounce back. The Little Blue Book Of Sunshine explains some of the things you can do right now to feel better, or who to turn to if things feel too much
Website: www.thelittlebluebookofsunshine
British Pregnancy Advisory Service
If you discover that you have a pregnancy that you feel you are unable to continue with, BPAS will be here to support you to make a decision that is right for you.
Telephone: 03457 30 40 30
Website: www.bpas.org
Breathing Space Service (mental health crisis offering short term crisis support)
The Berkshire West Breathing Space service is a safe, welcoming and supportive space for anybody aged over 18 experiencing emotional distress and struggling to cope. Whatever the reason for you feeling distressed or in crisis – they’re there to help you.
Freephone: 0800 002 9091
Website: www.together-uk.org/projects/berkshire-west-breathing-space
Email: breathing-space@together-uk.org
Self-referral Form: www.together-uk.org/berkshire-west-breathing-space-referral
If you are signposting somebody to the service, please ensure you tell them the times of operation (5pm-11pm, Friday to Monday).
Berkshire Healthcare
Discuss your mental health issues with someone locally.
Telephone: 01344 823333
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Young Minds
We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges. We’re here to make sure they get the best possible mental health support and have the resilience to overcome life’s difficulties.
Parents Helpline: 0808 802 5544
Website: youngminds.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
Heads Together
Heads Together is a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, which combines a campaign to tackle stigma and change the conversation on mental health with fundraising for a series of innovative new mental health services.
Website: www.headstogether.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
Emotional Health Academy
he Emotional Health Academy is West Berkshire’s early intervention emotional health service. The service opened in April 2016 and works alongside services in the public and voluntary sector, including GPs and schools, to strengthen wellbeing and resilience in West Berkshire children, young people and families.
Website: community.westberks.gov.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
No5
No5 offers confidential listening to support children and young people and those around them, through our free counselling service for those aged 10-25 in the Reading area.
Telephone: 0118 901 5668
Website: no5.org.uk
Email: info@no5.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Sane
SANE provides emotional support, guidance and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including families, friends and carers.
Telephone: 0300 304 7000
Website: www.sane.org.uk
Email: info@sane.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
East-West Kids-Connect
Meditation sessions are provided weekly in primary schools for 3 to 11 year-old pupils and outside school to children with their families.
Website: www.eastwestkidsconnect.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
Mental Health Crisis Service
For urgent health or if in risk of self harm
Telephone: 0300 365 9999
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
Sane
Emotional support for sufferers of mental illness, their families and carers.
Telephone: 0300 304 7000
Website: www.sane.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
East-West-Kids-Connect
East-West Kids-Connect was setup in 1995 by founder Mike Sarson to benefit the mental health and well-being of children, young people, and families through training in meditation and mindfulness techniques.
Website: www.eastwestkidsconnect.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
Mental Health Crisis Service
For those at risk of self harm.
Telephone: 0300 365 9999
- Advice
- Helpline
- Tool
- Website
BEAT
National charity for eating disorders and support
Telephone: 0845 634 1414 (over 25’s)
0845 634 7650 (under 25’s)
Text message support: 07786 201 820
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
National Centre for Eating Disorders
Treatment and carer support.
Telephone: 0845 838 2040
Website: www.eating-disorders.org.uk
Talking Therapies Berkshire
A friendly and approachable service that helps people with problems such as anxiety, depression, stress and phobias.
- Advice
- Tool
- Website
Emotional Wellbeing Berkshire
Your guide to local mental health services.
Mind
Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
Telephone: 0300 123 3393
Website: www.mind.org.uk
Kooth
Free anonymous online chat for young people to discuss your mental health issues.
Website: kooth.com
Time to Talk (West Berkshire)
Time to Talk (West Berkshire) provides free confidential counselling services to young people in need aged 11 to 25.
Telephone: 01635 760331
Website: t2twb.org
Email: office@t2twb.org
BEAT Eating Disorders
BEAT Eating Disorders is a champion, guide and friend to anyone affected by eating disorders, giving individuals experiencing an eating disorder and their loved ones a place where they feel listened to, supported and empowered.
Helpline: 0808 801 0677
Youthline: 0808 801 0711 (for under 25s)
Facebook: beat.eating.disorders
Twitter: @beated
Website: www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Sport in Mind
Sport in Mind® is the independent Berkshire mental health sports charity formed in Reading in 2011 to use sport and physical activity to help aid the recovery of people experiencing mental health problems and encourage individuals to move their lives forward in a positive direction.
Telephone or Text: 07341 267740
Website: sportinmind.org
Email: info@sportinmind.org
Berkshire Children, Young Peoples and Families Services
Providing care and support to children, young people and their families, Berkshire Children, Young Peoples and Families Services offers specialist children’s services, mental health and therapy.
Telephone: 0300 365 1234
Website: cypf.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk
- Advice
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Young Minds
YoungMinds is the UK’s leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of young people.
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
Heads Together
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry are spearheading the Heads Together campaign to end stigma around mental health. Heads Together aims to change the national conversation on mental health and wellbeing, and is a partnership with inspiring charities with decades of experience in tackling stigma, raising awareness, and providing vital help for people with mental health challenges.
Website: www.headstogether.org.uk
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Emotional Health Academy
Helping children, young people and families find support for emotional well-being earlier, faster and more easily.
Website: www.westberks.org.uk
- Advice
- Helpline
- Website
No5
No 5 is a community- based organisation offering counselling and support to children, young people and those around them.
Telephone: 0118 901 5668
Email: info@no5.org.uk
Website: www.no5.org.uk
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The Edge West Berks
We work with young people up to the age of 18 and their families/carers who are affected by drugs or alcohol.
The Edge is a really friendly environment where young people can feel relaxed and safe. The Edge is situated in Newbury town centre, next to the canal and Victoria Park.
Telephone: (01635) 582002
Website: www.edgecrew.co.uk
Further Information: Leaflet
Kooth
Free anonymous online chat for young people to discuss your mental health issues.
Website: kooth.com
Rethink
Rethink provide expert, accredited advice and information to everyone affected by mental health problems.
Telephone: 0300 5000 927
Website: www.rethink.org
Email: info@rethink.org
CALM
The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is an award-winning charity dedicated to preventing male suicide, the single biggest killer of men under the age of 45 in the UK.
Telephone: 0800 58 58 58
Facebook: theCALMzone
Twitter: @theCALMzone
Website: www.thecalmzone.net
Samaritans
Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal. Call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.
Telephone: 116 123
Website: www.samaritans.org
Email: jo@samaritans.org
MindEd UK
MindEd is a free educational resource on children and young people’s mental health for all adults.
Twitter: @MindEdUK
Website: www.minded.org.uk
- Advice
- Website
Erectile Dysfunction (Impotence)
Find out what it is and how it can be treated.
Website: NHS.uk
- Advice
Sexual Health STI's and Contraception
The Florey Unit
21a Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5LE
Drop in Monday – Friday 7am-7pm Saturday 9.30am-11am
The Florey walk-in clinic
Sexual Health clinics are available at the Florey Unit of the Royal Berks Hospital.
Telephone: 0118 322 7202
Download from: www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Sexual Health Help Line
The Family Planning Association Sexual health help line can give you confidential information and advice.
Telephone: 0845 122 8690
Brook
Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide, each year.
Website: www.brook.org.uk
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
Reading - Local Offer
We support children and young people (up to the age of 25) who have special educational needs or disabilities (SEND). We provide advice, information and can carry out specialist assessments and give ongoing support where necessary.
We provide some services ourselves, and arrange and fund other services. You can see the full range or support available in our Local Offer
website: www.reading.gov.uk
West Berkshire - Local Offer
The Local Offer sets out provision which is available for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), aged 0 to 25, including education, health and social care services.
Website: www.westberks.gov.uk
Wokingham - Local Offer
The Local Offer sets out provision which is available for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), aged 0 to 25, including education, health and social care services. website
website: www.wokingham.gov.uk
Quit with Bella
Your AI-Powered Personal Stop Smoking Robo-Coach
Download from: itunes.apple.com
Download from: play.google.com
Smoke Free Life Berkshire
Smokefreelife Berkshire is a free service from Solutions 4 Health serving Bracknell, Reading, Slough, Windsor and Maidenhead, West Berkshire & Wokingham and offer support that works!
Telephone: 0800 622 6360
Website: www.smokefreelifeberkshire,.com
Quit with help
Everyone has a different reason for quitting, get a personalised Quit Smoking Plan.
Website: www.quitwithhelp.co.uk
NHS Smokefree - Mobile App
The Smokefree app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smokefree for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
- Advice
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BPAS Reading
BPAS is the UK’s leading provider of NHS-funded abortion care.
Telephone: 0345 730 4030
Website: www.bpas.org
Couch to 5k
Take advantage of this FREE app to help you go from couch to walking / running 5KM.
Website: www.nhs.uk/oneyou
Stay Active, Stay Well
Stay Active, Stay Well exercise videos are now available online and include step-by-step exercises for your patients at three levels.
Website: www.blf.org.uk
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Get Berkshire Active
Get more people, more active, enjoying the benefits of more and better sport in Berkshire.
Website: www.getberkshireactive.org
Slimming World
You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight.
Website: www.slimmingworld.co.uk
One You Couch to 5K - Mobile App
The Couch to 5K app has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers, download the app and follow the step-by-step instructions.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
One You Easy Meals - Mobile App
The free Easy Meals app is a great way to eat foods that are healthier for you. You’ll find delicious, easy meal ideas to help get you going if you’re ever short of inspiration.
Download from: play.google.com
Download from: itunes.apple.com
Weight Watchers
Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle.
Website: www.weightwatchers.com