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If you are expecting a baby or have children who are growing up and are seeking assistance, advice, or guidance on your next steps, explore this section for valuable links and resources. Pregnancy, Early Years and Beyond Booking Your Birth Pregnant? No need to book an appointment with your GP, now you can register and get an appointment with the midwives here. NHS This guide includes all you need to know about trying for a baby, pregnancy, labour and birth. Pregnancy and birth Working, time off and financial support when you have a baby and registering a birth. NCT The National Childbirth Trust is the UK's largest charity offering information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood Tommy's A registered charity in England, Scotland and Wales with a wealth of information and advice for pregnant women. Family Lives Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families. MATCHmothers A charity that offers non-judgemental support and information to mothers apart from their children in a wide variety of circumstances. Bedwetting in Children NHS Bedwetting is common and often runs in families. It can be upsetting, but most children and young people will grow out of it. See a GP or school nurse for advice. ERIC ERIC is the national charity dedicated to improving children’s bowel and bladder health. Our mission is to reduce the impact of continence problems on children and their families. Help, advice and support around childcare costs Government help with childcare costs for parents. Whether you have toddlers or teens, you could get support. Help with school costs If you're on a low income, you might be able to get help with some of the costs of sending your child to school, including school meals, transport and uniform. Parenting Courses and Advice Although parenting can be very rewarding there may be times when you feel in need of support. There are options available to help during these times, which include parenting courses and services offering parents information, support and advice. Managing your money Child Benefit Child Maintenance Options Helping You Cut Costs

Suggested offline reading for different conditions, health and social issues. Offline Resources Mental Health for Children recommends reading to help you deal with worries, feel better and boost your mood. The books have been chosen by children, carers, health experts and librarians. You can find the books in your library. Teenagers This booklist is targeted at teenagers (13–18) and includes a range of reading levels and formats to support less confident readers and encourage engagement. Adult Mental Health - helpful information and support for managing common mental health conditions, or dealing with difficult feelings and experiences. Some books also include personal stories from people who are living with or caring for someone with mental health needs. Dementia Reading Well for dementia recommends helpful reading and digital resources for people living with dementia. There are also books for family, friends and carers. Families Reading Well for families recommends reading to support parents and carers to look after their wellbeing in pregnancy and the early years (from conception to aged two). The scheme is aimed at adults and includes a range of recommended books and supporting digital resources. Some of the recommended books provide information and advice; there are also personal stories, illustrated books and poetry.

What is a designated GP and what to do if you want to change your designated GP. Designated GP Every patient registered at the Surgery has a designated doctor who oversees their care coordination. Your assigned doctor will be appointed by the practice. However, you are welcome to consult or schedule appointments with any of our doctors or nurses, not just your assigned GP. If you have a preference for a specific doctor to be your named GP, please speak with one of our receptionists. See The Team

Are you or a loved one facing challenges with drug addiction? Discover valuable advice and information to assist you right here. Drugs Talk to Frank Drug or alcohol treatment can seem like a big step, check out the talk to Frank website for advice and support around drugs and alcohol. Narcotics Anonymous in the United Kingdom & Channel Islands. If you have a problem with drugs, they are recovering drug addicts who can help you get and stay clean. Cocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. There are no dues or fees for membership Heroin Anonymous (HA) is a fellowship of men and women who have found a better way of life, free from heroin addiction. There are no dues or fees for membership; the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop suffering from heroin addiction. Marijuana Anonymous Do you have a problem with marijuana addiction? Is it hard to imagine life without being high? Are you struggling to quit using cannabis?  Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) UK is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope, so that they may solve their common problem, and help others to recover from, addiction to crystal meth. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Drug Addicts Anonymous - In DAA, drug addicts recover by following the Twelve Step programme outlined in the Alcoholics Anonymous Basic Text, with guidance from a sponsor. Mind - List of organisations who offer support for recreational drug and alcohol addiction, including organisations who can help if you are supporting someone else.

A range of organisations for a variety of issues that don't need a GP referral that you are able to refer yourself into. Self Referrals Pregnancy Just found out you are pregnant? You no longer need to see your GP use this link to self refer to the midwives in your area. With You Free, confidential counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in Surrey and Kent ieso Health ieso is online therapy that aims to treat a range of symptoms including anxiety and worry, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, phobias, sleep problems, and stress. DHC talking therapies Talking therapies are designed to help with common mental health problems. Our NHS service is free, confidential and available throughout Surrey for people 17+ who are registered with a Surrey GP. Mind Matters FREE Talking Therapies to individuals aged 17yrs+ registered with a Surrey GP experiencing mild to moderate problems related to Depression and Anxiety. Virtual CBT Based Psycho-educational Courses and also Long Term Physical Health Conditions groups (LTC) for individuals and organisations whose LTC is getting them down or causing significant distress. Catalyst Offers support, guidance and activities to increase wellbeing for people affected by stress, anxiety and depression. Home Start Home Start help families with young children through a combination of home visiting support, group support and social activities

Advice and information for loved ones of those who struggle with addictions. Support and Advice for Family and Friends of Addicted People Nar Anon A 12-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted relative or friend. Co-Anon Family Groups UK & Eire for Friends and Family of Cocaine Addicts and all other Mind-altering Substances AL-Anon is there for anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else’s drinking. COSA - If someone else’s sexual behavior is causing you pain, then you can find comfort and hope in COSA. ALATEEN - Alateen meetings are for 12-17 year olds inclusive. ALANON believe alcoholism is a family disease that affects everyone in the family. S ANON - Hope and Help for Families and Friends of Sexaholics COSA GAM ANON Compulsive gambling is recognised as an emotional illness. As wives, husbands, partners, siblings, children or friends of compulsive gamblers GAM ANON know that living with this illness can prove a devastating experience. Families Anonymous - Families Anonymous is a world-wide fellowship of family members and friends affected by another’s abuse of mind-altering substances, or related behavioural problems. FA has groups, spread throughout the country, which meet regularly. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend the meetings, even if there is only a suspicion of a problem. The ACA community brings together a diverse group of people who meet to share their experience of growing up in an alcoholic or dysfunctional home where abuse, neglect or trauma were present.

For individuals who have served in the military and are in need of support and guidance, here are links to some excellent organisations that can assist you. Armed Forces Mental Health Pathways Combat Stress Helpline for veterans and their families: 0800 138 1619 or text on 07537173683 or email helpline@combatstress.org.uk Samaritans Veterans is a free app that can provide you with emotional support after your career in the Armed Forces NHS - Mental health support for serving personnel and reservists Combat Stress - If you have served or are currently serving in the UK Armed Forces, you can call the Combat Stress’ 24-hour mental health helplines HeadFit Mental fitness is as important as physical fitness. Use HeadFIT to keep your mental fitness strong and perform at your best. Help for Heroes Whether you need urgent support, a listening ear, or want to find out more about how Help for Heroes help the Armed Forces community, we're here to help. Op RESTORE: The Veterans Physical Health and Wellbeing Service is an NHS service that ensures those who have served within the UK Armed Forces access the right treatment for significant, continuing physical injuries and illnesses caused by their time in the Armed Forces. Ask your GP to refer you to Op RESTORE, the service can then create a plan for you using clinical information from your medical records. OpCourage The veterans mental health and wellbeing service for all ex - serving members of the UK armed forces and service personnel including those making the transition to civilian life and reservists. Op Courage Surrey area: Call 03003040657 or email opcourage@spft.nhs.uk Armed Forces Network The members work together to improve the lives of the Armed Forces community (ex and serving personnel and their immediate families). Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club The official AFVBC is a vital community where veterans come together to share stories, find support and enjoy a hearty breakfast. Casting Away Trauma The University of Essex and iCARP CIC are running a research study to investigate how angling in a peaceful, friendly setting can help military veterans and emergency service personnel living with PTSD. (Please click image to see PDF info or click text to be taken to website) Forcesline is a free and confidential telephone helpline and email service that provides emotional support and a listening ear to those in the Armed Forces community who are feeling lonely, isolated or are struggling to cope with everyday life. Defence Medical Services’ Veterans and Reserves Mental Health Programme – Offers a full mental health assessment at the closest Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) by a consultant psychiatrist to anyone who has seen operational service since 1982 or Reservists who have been on operations since 2003. Treatment is offered to those whose mental health is attributable to their service. Referral is primarily via GP. Tel: 0800 032 6258

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