Click on the pages below to find out further information and advice on your health and wellbeing.
Acupuncture
Jane Bischoff DIP AC provides a private service Ring 07810346971 to make an appointment
Adult Personal Care
A private service now available in Glenridding ring 07788 724793 for more details
Cumbria Domestic Abuse Partnership
Support for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness due to Domestic Abuse Help is available from the Cumbria Domestic Abuse Partnership if you, or someone you know, ... [continue] Cumbria Domestic Abuse Partnership
Find NHS services near you
Are you in need of a local dentist, optician, or a pharmacy? Find an NHS service easily by entering your postcode.
Find your NHS number
Your NHS number is a 10 digit number, like 485 777 3456. It is on any letter you receive from the NHS. You do not need to know your NHS ... [continue] Find your NHS number
First Steps – Self Referral
First Step sees adults who are registered Glenridding Health Centre. If you are unable to access the form online and want to refer yourself, you can ring the First Step ... [continue] First Steps – Self Referral
NHS App
Hi all, Don’t forget; you can safely and securely book GP appointments, order repeat prescriptions, and view your medical records (including accessing test results) on the NHS App. Take care, ... [continue] NHS App
NHS Health A to Z
Look up information about different conditions and treatments using the NHS Health A-Z.
NHS Live Well
Please use the NHS links for information and advice on healthy living.
Physiotherapy self referral
Physiotherapy can be particularly beneficial if you are suffering from back pain, neck pain, injuries such as strains or sprains, or if you are experiencing joint and/or muscular pain. Physiotherapists ... [continue] Physiotherapy self referral
Sexual Health Clinic
Penrith Contraception/Sexual Health Clinic Ring for an appointment 01228 608989
The Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
Available in the North of England, call 0303 123 1145 or email [email protected] Urgent support If you experience a mental health crisis (when you no longer feel able to cope or ... [continue] The Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
Useful websites and leaflets
NHS website Cumbria County Council (Health & Social Care) Sound Doctor (Video library for Health) Eden Independent Living (Care alarms) Compass (independent advice) Podiatry (Self referral) Ear Syringing (ear wax ... [continue] Useful websites and leaflets
Health & Care Video Library
There are lots of information and advice videos in the Health and Care Video library funded by the NHS. The videos are reviewed regularly by NHS clinicians to ensure they ... [continue] Health & Care Video Library
Self care
Did you know that 10 of the most minor ailments seen by GPs can also be treated by you at home? By treating yourself at home you could save a ... [continue] Self care
Who should I see?
We try to keep our GP appointments for patients with more serious health problems. Before you book an appointment to see a doctor please consider whether an appointment with a ... [continue] Who should I see?
Carers
Are you looking after or providing support for a relative friend or neighbour? Are you being helped or supported by a relative friend or neighbour? Your GP needs to know ... [continue] Carers
Date published: 5th February, 2021
Date last updated: 26th February, 2021
