WhatsApp Channel – Woolstone Medical Centre SE23

Dear Patients, We are pleased to introduce our new WhatsApp Channel designed to keep you informed and connected with our surgery. This service will provide you with important updates, health tips, and other valuable information directly to your phone. Please note that this is a channel, which means you will receive messages from us. Recipients

2024/25 Winter is Here: Support is Available for Everyone

As the cold months set in, we recognize that winter can be a difficult time for many people. Whether it’s the biting chill outside or the pressures of the holiday season, everyone can feel the weight of winter in different ways.

Thankfully, there are organizations ready to offer support and lend a helping hand during this challenging time:

  1. Mind UK – Providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
  2. Samaritans – A safe place to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you.
  3. Shelter – Offering housing advice and support for those dealing with homelessness or housing issues.
  4. Age UK – Support and information for older people to stay healthy, active, and connected.
  5. Food Banks – Essential resources for those in need of nutritional support during these harsh winter months.
  6. WayThrough – offering services such as Buddying Programme, Telephone Helpline and Naloxone Peer2Peer Programme.
  7. DRIVing FOR CHANGE – Change PleaseServices for Homeless and Vulnerable.

Remember, it’s okay to seek help. These organizations are here to support you, no matter what you’re going through.

Stay warm and take care.