Portsmouth City Council offers a range of services that help can you with your Health and Social care needs.
Some of these are highlighted in the boxes below, however you can find more of their services by following this link Health and care – Portsmouth City Council
Find support to be healthy, happy and independent in Portsmouth. Search for information about local activities and groups, social care, support for carers, needs assessments and paying for care. Find...
If you are worried about your alcohol use or concerned about a loved one who drinks too much, you can find out more about alcohol units, alcohol risks and alcohol...
Portsmouth City Council’s Cost of Living Support and Advice Hub is a one-stop guide to the help available to you if you’re struggling to make ends meet. All of the information...
There are many different types of health screening. Visit Portsmouth City Council website for a list of the common health screenings that are available to you.
Drug misuse is when a person regularly takes one or more drugs to change their mood, emotion, or state of consciousness. If you are concerned about your or a loved...
There’s lots of equipment available that can make everyday tasks like bathing and getting downstairs easier and safer when you’re finding things difficult. Find out more information on the Portsmouth...
Get in shape, lose weight, build confidence and have fun in the fresh air If you’ve been thinking about taking up running, why not join one of the clubs that...
Everyone is responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. If you think a child is being abused or neglected, please contact the council’s Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub. Find out more...
We all need to look after our mental health. We also need to know who to turn to if things feel too much. Looking after your mental health is just as...
If you’re not sure where to get support, call the Portsmouth Mental Health Hub on 0300 123 6621 (Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm) to talk to the team, or visit the Portsmouth Mental Health Hub website.
Your NHS Health Check could be the most important 30 minutes you have ever spent. The NHS Health Check is offered every five years to eligible adults in Portsmouth aged...
Portsmouth Wellbeing Service supports Portsmouth residents to quit smoking, achieve a healthy weight through eating well and moving more, and to drink less alcohol. Visit the Portsmouth Wellbeing Service for...
Stopping smoking is the best thing you can do for your health. No matter how long you’ve smoked for, quitting helps to improve your health straight away. Visit Portsmouth City...
If you suspect you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or neglect. Please report it now. Please see Portsmouth City Councils adult safeguarding page for more information.
Good sexual health is an important part of being healthy. It is vital that everyone is able to make the right choices so they can build fulfilling relationships and protect...
Are you looking for a new group or activity to take part in, in your local area? You can find a full directory of community groups and organisations (both council-run...
Becoming a new parent can be a wonderful time but can also be a really difficult time. It is natural for mothers and birthing parents to experience a range of...
A carer (unpaid or informal) is someone who cares for a family member, friend, or neighbour – they are not paid for the care they provide and the person they...
Portsmouth City Council is committed to helping city families. See how we support parents and children. Professionals working in children and family care will also find useful information.
When someone close to you dies, the grief that follows can be painful, lonely, confusing and unpredictable. It can be helpful to seek support. There are services that can help,...
Looking after the health of your mouth and teeth is important whatever your age. Visit Portsmouth City Councils website for more information and advice.
As we get older or become ill it can be hard to cope. Feelings of freedom and independence can give way to worries about our personal safety, and family and...
Being a healthy weight no matter what your age is vital. Being overweight places increased risk on your long-term health and can even decrease life expectancy. Making positive food and...
Date published: 4th October, 2023
Date last updated: 20th June, 2024