NHS 10 Year Plan

This sets out how the NHS will change to better meet the needs of patients and their families:

See here: https://www.longtermplan.nhs.uk/online-version/

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Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

Join Carers in Southampton for a stroll around Southampton Common, meet other local carers and enjoy complimentary refreshments & ice cream!
Linda's Story

Linda cares for her Mother with demetia.
Dementia Support Group: Bitterne | Wednesday 27th May

In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting.
Dementia Support Group: Highfield | Tuesday 17th May

In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting.

PosAbility

PosAbility is a charity offering online chair-based exercise and one-to-one support to people living with long-term neurological conditions including, but not limited to, Stroke, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis and Muscular Dystrophy and disabling conditions such as arthritis.
ManGang

ManGang are a network of men in Southampton who believe it’s not weak to speak. No politics, no ego. The groups are an opportunity to chat with each other and say what you are thinking and feeling. No judgement.
Bitterne Men's Shed

Men’s Sheds are kitted out community spaces where men can enjoy practical hobbies. They’re about making friends, learning and sharing skills. Many men go just for the tea and banter. Eeryone’s welcome.
Shirley Men's Shed

Men's Sheds are community spaces for men to connect, converse and create. The activities are often similar to those of garden sheds, but for groups of men to enjoy together. They help reduce loneliness and isolation, but most importantly, they’re fun.
MoleCare app

MoleCare is designed to help you look after your skin. You can use it to check and compare your moles and assess the health of your skin.
Get Yourself Active

Accessible and inclusive exercise videos created for Disability Rights UK in partnership with Sense and Durham University
Plants for People with Solent Mind

Plants for People is a community initiative in partnership with Solent Mind (Mayfield Nurseries) and Southampton City Council for residents of Millbrook, Weston and Holyrood Estates.
Open Voices Singing at Mayflower Theatre

FREE regular music sessions at Mayflower Theatre open to anyone over the age of 55 with a desire to sing. 15 June to 13 July 2021
The Environment Centre (tEC)

Independent environmental charity supporting the enhancement of the environment, reduction of natural resource use and improvement of lifestyles and local economies.

Carer's Cards

Save you money out and about and recognise your caring role
Carer's Assessments

Carer's assessments evaluate your need for support and services and eligibility for a personal wellbeing payment
Assisted Shopping - Sainsbury's Shop On-line and Telephone Service

Sainsbury's Assisted Shopping scheme helps people who are housebound, cannot travel to the shops or cannot manage online shopping by allowing them to make shopping orders over the telephone. You can access this service by calling 0800 328 1700, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
Contact us

How to get in touch
Southampton General Hospital Ward Numbers

This is a list of the contact telephone numbers for the main wards at University Hospital Southampton
What we offer

Click to find quick links for support workers, carers cards, emergency plans and carers assessments
Emergency planning

Being prepared for emergencies is always a good idea as a carer. Take a look below and help put some of your worries to rest.
Singing groups and choirs in Southampton

A new study identifies the healing power of singing in a group, and urges us all to have a go. A list of many choirs in Southampton can be found here.
Refer a Carer

We are open to referrals of adult unpaid carers for support, information, carers cards, emergency plans and statutory carers assessments.
Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care

If you are caring for an adult over 18, (including young carers), and are affected or needing to self isolate and you have no other additional social care you can contact Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care. Phone 023 8083 3003

Theo's Story

Theo, 22, cares for his disabled Mother whilst studying. Read more

Nick's Story

Nick discusses caring for his adult son, Kevin, who is bipolar. Read more

Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

Join Carers in Southampton for a stroll around Southampton Common, meet other local carers and enjoy complimentary refreshments & ice cream! Read more