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What is self-referral?
Did you know that there are some free NHS health services and other services you can access without needing an appointment with your GP? This is called self-referral and could help you find the care you need quicker and more easily than going through your surgery. You can register for most of them online. In some cases you refer yourself by phoning rather than emailing or by completing an online form. Self-referral services vary by area, and they may be provided by a variety of organisations. Find more information and services local to you by visiting the NHS website.
This page contains highlights from our more complete A-Z see our Self Help page.
NHS Inclusion - Hampshire www.inclusionhants.org If you want help with your own Alcohol or Drug use and are aged 25 and over please contact Inclusion Recovery Hampshire on 0300 124 0103 If you want help with your own use and you are aged 24 and under please contact Hampshire 24/7 on 0845 459 9405 If you are affected by someone else's use please contact the specialist family and carer support service on 023 8039 9764 Online Self Referral formwww.inclusionhants.org/online-referral/
CANCER SUPPORT
The Pink Place We are based at The Orchard, White Hart Lane, Basingstoke, and provide in-person support, Complementary therapies, Counselling, Mindfulness, Workshops and peer support from locations in Basingstoke and Alton. We also offer online and phone services.
Basingstoke and Alton Cardiac Rehab Have staff trained in Cancer Pre-hab (pre-operative) and Cancer Rehabilitation and can assist pre-operative orthopaedic patients.
Basingstoke and Alton Cardiac Rehab Exercise has proven benefits for individuals who have some or any of the recognised risk factors for developing cardiovascular disease. Our Heart Disease Primary Prevention Scheme – the Staywell Programme – is run at the Cardiac Rehab Centre and is mainly designed for these individuals (and their partners if they wish). We also offer Steady & Strong falls prevention classes, Pulmonary Rehab and Long-COVID Reconditioning programmes. We also have staff trained in Cancer Pre-hab (pre-operative) and Cancer Rehabilitation and can assist pre-operative orthopaedic patients.
Basingstoke NeighbourCare Befriending and Transport Services Assists those in need in the local community by providing support to maintain their independence. Services include befriending & transport service. 01256 423855 - [email protected] - www.neighbourcare.com
INSOMNIA - SLEEPING ISSUES Can’t sleep? - There is now a Free, NHS clinically approved online treatment proven to be more effective than sleeping pills. https://www.bighealth.co.uk/sleepio/ LONG COVID REHAB
Mental Health Support If you want to talk to someone about how you're feeling, or what you're experiencing, you can contact any of the places listed below. If you feel your life is at risk right now, call 999 or head to A&E. If you are safe and need someone to talk to, you can get support here:
If you're under 19, you can also call 0800 1111 to talk to Childline. The number will not appear on your phone bill.
Basingstoke Safe Haven Walk In Service is open 6pm and 10pm 365 days a year (including Bank Holidays) Phone 0300 303 5772Mind Wellbeing Centre, 3 Vyne Road, Basingstoke, RG21 5NL - no appointment needed.Video Call service. If it’s easier for you, we also provide support and advice through our virtual appointment system; simply click on the button below and you will be taken into a virtual waiting area, where an advisor will see you as soon as they are available, via video call. Get help now
Around 30% of the population suffer with an MSK (musculoskeletal - muscle, bone or joint) condition. Phio offers a modern, simple yet highly effective solution for these patients providing a quick and accessible tool to advise and guide on to the required pathway of care.
If your condition is not suitable for the Physiotherapy service, or there are any clinical concerns, these will be detected by your responses and Phio will signpost you accordingly to the most appropriate service. For peace of mind all assessments are reviewed by a physiotherapist to ensure the correct decision has been made.
Escape Pain Programme - Basingstoke based - NHS - Self Referral Process ESCAPE-pain is a rehabilitation programme for people with chronic joint pain of the knees and/or hips. It links self-management and coping strategies with exercise specific for each person. It helps people understand their condition, teaches them simple things they can help themselves with, and takes them through a progressive exercise programme so they can cope with pain better. Robust evaluation shows that ESCAPE-pain:
Reduces pain
Improves physical function
Improves the impact of pain on your daily life and wellbeing
NHS Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit Appointments are arranged via a referral from a GP or health worker. Women who have previously had an ectopic, molar pregnancy or whose last 2 pregnancies have ended in miscarriage can self-refer to the unit. Basingstoke and North Hampshire 01256 312766 (0800-1930 Monday- Friday) 01256 313583 (out of hours)
SEXUAL HEALTH NHS Sexual Health Service Phone 0300 300 2016 - Single Point of Contact Number. You will speak to a trained sexual health practitioner who can provide the most appropriate advice, treatment or appointment. Unit 4, Crown Heights, Alencon Link, Basingstoke, RG217TY. https://www.letstalkaboutit.nhs.uk/clinics/basingstoke-crown-heights/
Neighbourcare Volunteer Drivers We have volunteers, who use their own cars, to pick you up from your home to drive you to Appointments - accompanying you to medical appointments and, if under 1 hour, wait with you. Then take you back home Clubs - taking you to your local club - social and health related Visits - helping you to visit a loved-one in hospital, nursing or residential home Shopping - taking you shopping Since we reimburse our volunteers’ costs, for using their own cars, we request a donation from clients to help pay for the service. We accept HCC travel vouchers. Phone 01256 423855 Email [email protected] www.neighbourcare.com
Basingstoke Community Transport - Individual users. We provide transport to individual users where we provide the vehicle and the qualified driver. Shopping, doctors, and more. Remember all bookings are subject to availability so do book early. Individual Affiliation fill in the form online here. Website https://bct.me.uk