Information And Services
NHS Health Checks
You may have been invited to attend for an NHS health check. If you have received an invitation and would like to read more about it before booking your appointment, please click below.
See moreFit Notes
Fit Notes can be issued for those who need to take time off work exceeding 7 days. Learn more about who qualifies and how to request a Fit Note below.
Learn moreRight To Choose
The Right to Choose pathway gives you control over who provides your care. Regarding the Right to Choose pathway, this is something you would need to arrange independently with your chosen clinic. We are unable to advise on which provider to choose, and you will need to carry out your own research when selecting a clinic.
For ADHD and Autism
For ADHD and Autism referrals, the clinic will provide you with a questionnaire to complete, which should then be sent across to us via askmyGP. Once this has been done, we can proceed with the referral.
Please be aware that while the Right to Choose pathway may offer a quicker assessment, it is not without its limitations. Diagnoses made by some Right to Choose providers are not always accepted by the NHS. In addition, securing prescribed medication can be challenging, as GP practices do not usually agree to shared care arrangements with these providers. This is due to differences in diagnostic processes and restrictions on NHS doctors prescribing certain medications.
If you are diagnosed through the Right to Choose pathway and the NHS does not accept the diagnosis, the waiting time for reassessment is currently over six years. If the diagnosis is accepted, there is typically a wait of over 12 months for a medication assessment, unless you choose to pay privately for medication.
Travel Health
It is important to make sure you are up to date with any required immunisations before you travel. The following section is a good starting point to ensure you are all set.
See moreExternal Support Services
NHS 111
NHS 111 can help if you have an urgent medical problem and you’re not sure what to do.
Answer questions about your symptoms on the website, or by speaking to a fully trained adviser on the phone. They'll tell you what local service can help you, connect you to a nurse, emergency dentist, pharmacist or GP, arrange a face-to-face appointment, tell you what medicine to get or give you self-care advice.
Urgent and Emergency CareSingle Point of Access
You can contact North East Lincolnshire's Single Point of Access (SPA) service on 01472 256256 for adult social care and mental health services. Calling the SPA enables you to speak with a professional who can provide advice, support, or direct you to the right service for your needs.
What can the SPA help with?
- Adult social care issues
- Adult safeguarding concerns
- Urgent mental health crises
- Support for carers
- Hospital discharge arrangements
- Advice on a range of physical health and wellbeing concerns
For urgent mental health help, select option 3. This service is available 24/7.
In a medical emergency or if someone is in danger, call 999.
Urgent Mental Health Support
Tel: (01472) 256256 and press Option 3 for Mental Health
If you are in need of immediate help you can contact Single Point of Access, the local mental health crisis support service. The service can be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Crisis Home Treatment Service provides an open referral system where people can self-refer and ask for help. This is done via the Single Point of Access.
View DetailsABL Choose to Change Weight Management Programme
Choose to Change is a specialist weight management service to support people with obesity and those requesting bariatric surgery to achieve healthier outcomes.
Sustainable weight loss is a challenge and should not be expected overnight. Everybody is different and it may take longer to find the changes which will have an impact, but they are here to help and support you in a supportive and caring environment. Interventions include guidance on lifestyle and behavioral changes, a review of eating habits, tips on healthy eating, weight loss advice and physical activity.
Speak to your GP Practice today and find out how the programme could benefit you.
Age UK
Age UK North East Lincolnshire delivers a range of services, information, support and activities to people over 50. These services are now available over two sites, in Grimsby and Cleethorpes. They are a local, independent Charity and all funds generated from their services and activities are used to support people over the age of 50 within North East Lincolnshire. Their aim is to develop partnerships with the public, private, voluntary and community sectors to deliver better local services.
Visit WebsiteAlzheimer's and Dementia Support
The Alzheimer's Society have complied a range of resources and services to help support those suffering with dementia and Alzheimer's.
National Dementia Helpline: 0300 222 11 22
ANDYS MAN CLUB
ANDYS MAN CLUB has free support groups nationwide, running every Monday from 7PM except bank holidays. In these groups, men can open up about the storms affecting their lives in a safe, judgement-free and non-clinical environment. The clubs are designed to be free of pressure, and there is no obligation for men to speak.
We firmly believe in the power of talking and that #ItsOkayToTalk.
Find out more by clicking hereBEAT Eating Disorder Support
BEAT has lots of information that you may find useful if you think you or someone you know has an eating disorder. It is important that you also book an appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns too.
Visit WebsiteCarers' Support Service
The Carers' Support Service works with Carers in North East Lincolnshire. To register, call 01472 242277.
Find out moreCruse Bereavement Care
Cruse offer support, advice and information to children, young people and adults. Services are free of charge and support anyone who has been bereaved wherever or however the death has occurred. Cruse offer one-to-one support in your home or if you prefer, at an outside venue. Group support is also available.
All it takes is a simple phone call to their 24hr Helpline. Please leave a message and they will get back to you, usually within 24 hours.
Hull - 01482 966 000
Goole/Selby - 01482 966 000
Bridlington - 01482 966 000
York and North Yorkshire - 01904 481 162
Grimsby - 01472 432 000
Scunthorpe - 01724 628 000
Focus
Focus is a Community Interest Company, not-for-profit organisation that provides social work for adults who reside in North East Lincolnshire on behalf of the local Council. Based at Heritage House in the centre of Grimsby, Focus was established in 2013 and works in partnership with the Council and Integrated Care Board (ICB). Focus also collaborates with a wide range of social care and health providers in both the public and private sector to improve the quality and efficiency of local health and well-being services.
Support Services from FocusLincolnshire Housing Partnership
A 12,700 home landlord covering the whole of the historic east coast of Lincolnshire. Offering affordable rental and shared ownership homes as well as a range of services to help support people and communities. Call 0345 604 1472 or visit their website below.
Visit LHP WebsiteMIND
Local Mind services support over 425,000 people across England and Wales a year. Their services include talking therapies, crisis helplines, drop-in centres, employment and training schemes, counselling and befriending.
Each local Mind is an independent charity run by local people, for local people. They are responsible for their own funding and services. We work together in partnership with our local Minds.
Visit WebsiteNHS North East Lincs Talking Therapies
NHS North East Lincs Talking Therapies offers support to the two in five people aged 16 and above who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues such as stress, anxiety and depression.
Need help now? Click HereOpen Door
A unique facility in the heart of Grimsby, providing GP, health care and social support services, information, advice and guidance. Call 01472 722000 or visit their website.
More informationSamaritans
They're there for anyone who's struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure. They offer listening and support to people and communities in times of need. Find out more on their website.
Call them for free, day or night, 365 days a year on 116 123.
Find out moreSt Andrew's Hospice
St Andrew's Hospice provides free care for anyone who suffers from a life-limiting illness. The Hospice incorporates Andy's Children's Hospice and care is available in a range of settings, from overnight stays and respite to support groups and therapy. Practical advice, emotional support and wellbeing programmes are available as well as spiritual care, home liaison and counselling.
Visit their websiteSleepstation
Having trouble sleeping? Sleepstation is here for you.
Access advice, direct support, self-help resources and structured insomnia therapy. Available free on the NHS for patients over 18, with no waiting lists.
Learn more and registerSMOKEFREE
Did you know you're three times as likely to quit successfully with your free local Stop Smoking Service? The North East Lincolnshire Wellbeing Service offers one-to-one support along with stop smoking medicines. 9 out of 10 smokers who have used a local Stop Smoking Service say they would recommend it.
Call 01472 325 500
Your local support serviceStroke Association
North East Lincolnshire Communication Support Service works with stroke survivors who are living with communication difficulties. Their service can bring you opportunities to develop communication strategies, help rebuild confidence and independence, and get you back to life after a stroke.
Get SupportThrive
Are you diagnosed with Diabetes, COPD, Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation, Asthma, Epilepsy, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Chronic Heart Disease or Fibromyalgia?
Thrive's Social Prescribing Team is there to support with what matters to you. The project aims to improve your health and wellbeing by addressing practical, social and emotional needs through local activities, services and groups in addition to more traditional medical treatments.
Learn MoreWithYou
WithYou provide free and confidential services, without judgement, to people over the age of 18 facing challenges with drugs and alcohol. If you have questions, need advice, or just want to talk, the Team are WithYou.
Visit WebsiteNorth East Lincolnshire Women's Aid
Women's Aid offers services, support and information to victims of domestic abuse.
Get HelpYMCA
The YMCA is a charitable organisation providing supported accommodation for up to 103 people each year. Training, education and employability programmes are offered to help move residents forward in their lives. They also offer mental health support and youth & community service for young people across North East Lincolnshire.
Call 01472 359 621
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