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Access medical and mental health support via Newbury Soup Kitchen

Support from Newbury Soup Kitchen The Health Outreach Liaison Team (HOLT) will be available Tuesdays from 2.00 to 4.00pm A Community Nurse and Ophthalmologist are available at these sessions. Newbury Soup Kitchen is a voluntary organisation providing help and support to the Newbury homeless community…

Activities and sports in West Berkshire - listing from West Berkshire Council

There are a number of ways to be more physically active in our district. For more information on the list of activities available visit West Berkshire Council's Physical Activities webpage (link below).

ADHD - Transition to adult services. A beginner's guide to the NHS's Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) for young people and parents

At a certain age – it varies depending on where you live - young people getting help from Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) must move onto Adult Mental Health Services (AMHS). This is called transition and is a big change. At YoungMinds find answers…

Adult Mental Health Referrals

Supporting People Experiencing Mental Distress Mental illness is a term which describes a number of conditions of the mind that can impact on the health and wellbeing of an individual. Many of these conditions can be treated with advice from a doctor, however for some…

Age UK Reading MCST Groups - Maintenance of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy

Age UK Reading is offering new, therapeutic group for people living with dementia, and their carers. NSH approved Maintenance of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MCST) Programme Three hour sessions to offer respite for carers/family responsible for the individual. Focused on fun and stimulating activities A light…

Alison McGregor - Independent Autism Consultant

Consultancy Support for Individuals with an Autism Diagnosis and Those Who Walk Alongside Them. Alison is able to provide: One-to-one support for adults who have an autism diagnosis Support for families of those with an autism diagnosis Small group workshops Training for organisations, employers, and schools. …

Alzheimer's Society online community - Talking Point

For anyone affected by dementia. Ask for advice, share information, join in discussions and feel supported. A lot of valuable information is available.

Autism - getting a diagnosis

See the information page on West Berkshire Council's website.

Beat the UK's eating disorder charity

Beat provides helplines, online support and a network of UK-wide self-help groups to help adults and young people in the UK beat their eating disorders

Become a Dementia Friend

Could you be a dementia friend/champion? A Dementia Friend is somebody that learns about dementia so they can help their community. If you are an individual and interested in improving your awareness of dementia, you should contact the Dementia Friends team first. You should also contact the…

Beechcroft - services for people with dementia or other mental health conditions

Beechcroft House shares a site with West Berkshire Community Hospital and is home to the Older Adults Mental Health service, Memory Clinic and Home Treatment team. This Department is managed by Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Mental health assessments and ongoing care is provided if you…

Berkshire Vision (formerly known as Berkshire County Blind Society)

Information and support to live independently and safely. Berkshire Vision provide vital practical and emotional support to visually impaired people and their families. The range of services include: Sight Loss Support Officers Telephone Befriending Tech support Employability Children, young people and families activities programme Social activities 18-35…

Berkshire West Breathing Space for people experiencing mental distress

Is a safe, welcoming and supportive space for anybody aged over 18 experiencing emotional distress and struggling to cope. Whatever the reason for you feeling distressed or in crisis – we’re here to help you. We are available to provide support every Friday to Monday…

Blind Veterans Organisation - Physical and emotional support

Helping blind ex-Service men and women lead independent and fulfilling lives by supporting them with expertise, experience and a full range of services.The Blind Veterans organisation give veterans much-needed support to adjust to sight loss, overcome the challenges of blindness and enjoy daily life. The charity…

Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board (BOB ICB)

Berkshire West Clinical Commissioning Group has been replaced by this new organisation. BOB ICB are now responsible for commissioning and funding health and care services locally from 1 July 2022. Berkshire West is served by a variety of hospitals including Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading,…

Cancer Rehabilitation Exercise Class in Newbury

A step by step approach to help you live with and beyond cancer by providing you with a low intensity exercise opportunity to enhance your recovery. This group exercise class provides a supportive, social and safe environment to increase physical activity levels. These classes can…

Cancer Rehabilitation Exercise Class in Tilehurst

A step by step approach to help you live with and beyond cancer by providing a low intensity exercise opportunity to enhance your recovery. These group exercise classes provide a social, safe and supportive environment to increase physical activity levels. This class can be accessed…

Cancer Support Group for patients and carers - Hungerford

The direction the group takes will very much depend on what participants feel they need. Open to both carers and patients.

Carers - various training resources

West Berkshire Council can sometimes offer training to help you in your caring role, such as moving and positioning and back care. These courses are often free of charge. 01635 519700 NHS - Moving and handling advice and video. Carers UK offer e-learning training courses Online…

Carers Group - YPWD (Berkshire)

YPWD hold 6 weekly Carer groups. The aim is to connect Carers from across Berkshire that support a younger person living with Dementia. The objective is that this group provides Carers with the opportunity to build a support network, share information, ideas and experiences. There…

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