Did you realise there are alternative routes to access support without seeing your GP? 

Direct Access Physiotherapy

You can now self refer to Direct Access Physiotherapy, please complete the Self-Referral Form below:

http://Physiotherapy Self-Referral Form

Free NHS advice and treatment from your local pharmacist

Malpas Brook Health Centre has a Pharmacist Tuesday-Friday in surgery, who can help with all sorts of problems relating to medication.

Self Help Referral

Please find below a list of contact numbers for groups who service the Newport area. You do not need a GP appointment / referral to access these groups, please feel free to contact them direct if needed: 

Disabilities and Long Term Health Conditions
Disability Advice Project – 01633 485865 

Domestic Abuse
Women’s Aid – 01495 742052
Help for Men – 0808 80 10 800 

Financial Help
Citizens Advice Bureau – 03444 772020
Financial Inclusion Team – 01495 742443 or 742582 

Housing Support
Council Tax and Benefits | Newport City Council

 Loneliness and Isolation
Community Connectors Community Connectors | Newport City Council

• National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 https:/ /www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
• NSPCC helpline: 0808 800 5000 If you are worried about a child, even if you are unsure, contact NSPCC professional counsellors for help, advice and support.
• Childline 0800 1111: offers free, confidential advice and support for any child 18 years or under, whatever the worry.
• MIND www.mind.org.uk  Mental Health Support with specific advice on ‘Coronavirus and your wellbeing’
•  Young Minds https://youngminds.org.uk supporting, children and young people and their parents/carers with their mental health and wellbeing. Specific advice on managing self-isolation and anxiety about coronavirus

Mental Health
Gwent Mental Health Consortium – 01633 810718
Mind – 01495 757393
Road to Well Being (Inc Stress Control) – 0330 053 5596….select option 2