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Health checks for people with learning disabilities

Find out what health checks you should get if you have a learning disability.

Social Prescribing Link Workers

Social Prescribing Link Workers (sometimes called SPLWs or Social Prescribers) work in GP practices and are part of the NHS.

SPLWs are here to help you to connect with community activities, groups and services to support the practice, social and emotional needs that affect your health and wellbeing, such as housing and money.

The SPLW will work with you over a fixed number of appointments to help you to achieve your health and wellbeing goals.

LGBTQIA+ Community

Newham has a thriving LGBTQIA+ community.
From pubs and cafés, bookshops and museums, to voluntary sector organisations supporting LGBTQIA+ wellbeing, there are many places and groups you can join.

Well Newham Directory of Services (powered by Joy) How To Guides

On this page, you can find guidance on how to edit your listings, update your contact details, accept and decline referrals and much more on the Well Newham Directory of Services (powered by Joy).

Learning new skills

Learning a new skill is a great way to challenge yourself, keep your mind active and to meet new people.

Emergency Help

If you are in a health emergency, call 999.

Practitioner's zone

The following information will give you support if you're worried about a young person you are working with.

Dentists

Dentists are medical professionals who are here to support you to keep your teeth healthy.

Connecting with others

It’s really important to spend time with others, make friends and build a social and support network for yourself in your local community.

Support, Events and Activities for LGBTQIA+ Young People

If you are 9-25 years old and part of the LGBTQIA+ community or questioning, there's loads to get involved in.

Pregnancy

Find out how to access important support during and after pregnancy.

Pharmacies

Pharmacies are places you can go to to buy medication, get your prescriptions and general medical advice.

Support for Parents

There are lots of support services where parents and carers can get support in Newham.

Healthy Ageing

Find out how to stay healthy and connected as you get older.

About the NHS

This section of our website provides more information about NHS services in Newham.

Family Health

There are many services that can support families in Newham, from our Family Hubs to finding information on the Local Offer and Family Information Service.

Help with housing

Housing services that are able to support you in finding the right home for you.

Staying independent

If you or someone you know needs some help with everyday tasks, there is lots of support out there.

Help getting online

It is vital to be able to use online services in modern times.

Age Friendly Employer

The Age-Friendly Employer Pledge is a nationwide programme for employers who:

Recognise the importance and value the older workers
Are committed to improving work for people in their 50+
Are prepared to take action to help them flourish in a multi-generational workforce
Becoming an Age-Friendly Employer is a journey. By signing the pledge, you are not committing to changing your organisation overnight. You are committing to take one action (big or small) every year. For more information, here is the full framework.