Signposting

Visit CPE for more information and related resources.

Find Local Services on NHS UK:

Click here and search by GP, Urgent Care, Hospitals or Dentists or click the link to view a Full A-Z list.

NHS Service Finder:

NHS Service Finder is a free online search tool which provides access to information from the Directory of Services (DoS) and nhs.uk. It is not accessible by the public, but it does allow pharmacy team members and other healthcare professionals to search for service information quickly, allowing a patient to be signposted to the most appropriate service for their needs. The system includes maps and directions to the services, plus the ability to email service information directly to your patient. Visit CPE for more info on NHS Service Finder, including factsheets, briefings, and posters.

MECC Link Online Signposting Tool:

Please see below a link to an excellent online signposting tool that can be used by all contractors for Lifestyle services within your locality.

http://www.mecclink.co.uk/

This tool has been provided by The Yorkshire & Humber Public Health Network and is part of the Making Every Contact Count agenda.

Add the link to your desktop/tablets today and you will have all available signposting data available to you for all your clients should you need to signpost onto lifestyle services within your area.

HNY Primary Care Weight Management Service:

Urgent Treatment Services:

All areas website: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-visit-an-urgent-treatment-centre/

Hull & East Yorkshire Mind Services:

For information on mental health support services in Hull and East Yorkshire, and general advice and guidance around mental health call Hull and East Yorkshire Mind’s Information Line on 01482 240133 or email on info@heymind.org.uk

Domestic Abuse:

Safe Spaces Initiative

Refuge for women and children

NHS – Getting help for domestic violence

Health and Wellbeing Services:

Maintaining the health and wellbeing of pharmacy team members is a high priority for pharmacy contractors and the NHS.

Click the link below to access information and support tools available in the Humber area to assist with staff health and wellbeing:

Click here to visit our Health and Wellbeing Services page

Safeguarding:

For information, support, and resources in relation to safeguarding, please click the link below to visit our Safeguarding page:

Click here to visit our Safeguarding page

Migration Information Hub:

Migration Yorkshire supports people and organisations to achieve the most positive outcomes of migration for everyone in the Yorkshire and Humber region.

Migrant Info Hub

National Breastfeeding Helpline & Drugs in Breastmilk service (DiBM):

Please click the links below for more information on this service, contact information, and opening hours.

Website: https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drugs-factsheets/

Flyer: BiDM A5 flyer

Public statement on breast pain: An update on our information on, and approach to, persistent breast and nipple pain when breastfeeding – The Breastfeeding Network

Updated If Breastfeeding Hurts page: Pain: if breastfeeding hurts – The Breastfeeding Network

Support for Brain Tumour Patients:

The Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity (YBTC) provide dedicated, free support to people affected by brain tumours — including patients, carers, and families. See briefings for:

• Peer support groups held regularly across the region
• The wider range of free support services offered, including counselling, grants, and help navigating life after a diagnosis.

Patients and families can contact:

ybtcsupport@yorksbtc.org.uk
0113 511 8111
www.yorksbtc.org.uk

Carers Support Service in North East Lincolnshire:

This service is designed specifically for individuals impacted by someone else’s substance use.

Whether you’re a parent, partner, sibling, friend, or neighbour, we understand that supporting someone through substance use challenges can have a significant emotional and practical impact. The service offers confidential support, guidance, and resources to help you manage your wellbeing while navigating these complex situations.

Below is a promotional poster highlighting the key support options available:

NEL – Carers support service and substance use

Support includes:

• 1-to-1 advice and emotional support
• Peer support groups
• Help with navigating treatment services
• Practical resources for managing stress and safeguarding wellbeing

If you or someone you know is affected by someone else’s substance use, please don’t hesitate to reach out. There are people to listen and support every step of the way.