Child Protection - OSCB

To report a new Child Protection concern, please visit the Oxfordshire Safeguarding Children Board.
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Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre

Committed to supporting survivors of sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse, and harassment. Offers a free and confidential service to women and girls who are dealing with the effects of sexual violence, and to anyone who is supporting them.
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Reducing the Risk

Information and advice for those dealing with domestic abuse of any form.
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Oxfordshire Domestic Abuse Helpline

The ODAH is open Monday – Friday: 9.30am – 6pm, Saturday: 10am – 4pm. The helpline can provide emotional support and practical information for those affected by domestic abuse.
0800 7310055

Getting Heard

Patient advocacy for disadvantage adults. Includes appointment buddies which give support to vulnerable patients to attend appointments.
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Physiotherapy

Refer Yourself to Physiotherapy

Asylum Welcome

Welcomes asylum seekers, refugees and detainees who have fled persecution and danger in their own countries and seek refuge in Oxford and Oxfordshire.
01865 722082
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Scrivens

Scrivens Opticians and The Hearing company offers free hearing tests and offers hearing aids to those who need them.
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Specsavers HearCare Ltd

There are various Specsavers branches throughout Oxford that offer hearing aids and tests.
0800 0232949
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Oxford University Hospitals Trust

Weekly

• Oxford – John Radcliffe, LG1 West Wing
• Banbury, Audiology Department, Horton Hospital

Monthly

• Didcot Outpatient department, Didcot community Hospital
• Chipping Norton Outpatients department, Chipping Norton Hospital
• Wantage, The Health Centre, Mabley Way, Wantage
• Witney, Outpatients department, Witney Community Hospital
• Bicester, Montgomery House, Piggy Lane, Bicester

Tel: 01865 234 585
Email: audiology.department@ouh.nhs.uk

The Outside Clinic Domiciliary Hearing Service
0800 954 9101
01793 649 099

Cruse Oxford

Cruse Oxfordshire  is part of the national charity, Cruse Bereavement Care. They are there to help anyone in Oxfordshire deal with the pain of grief.
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Late Spring

Late Spring is a network of support groups for anyone aged 60+ who has been bereaved. Sessions provide an opportunity to remember with others who understand and to remember that, in the midst of the pain, there is still life left to live.
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Healthshare

When your GP refers you for physiotherapy or musculoskeletal problems, you will be initially assessed by an organisation called Healthcare. This is a clinical stakeholder organisation which works within the NHS and is solely funded through NHS contracts; it does not carry out any private physiotherapy work and its services are free to patients in the same way as other NHS services. They were selected by the OCCG to provide a service where people with musculoskeletal conditions could access high quality, effective and timely advice, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and triage at the right place first time.

Healthshare are offering their services from a number of locations around the county. They have tried as far as possible to keep the staff in the similar locations to allow patients to receive continuity of care. The location for the service in Oxford city is:

• East Oxford Health Centre
  2 Manzil Way
  Oxford
  OX4 1GE

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Physiotherapy Leaflets

Bosom Friends

A friendly and informal Breast Cancer Support Group; a wholly voluntary-run group, all having been diagnosed with breast cancer, and are currently being treated, or have completed treatments in the past.
Can offer support, comfort and understanding to each other, and to you.
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MacMillan Cancer Support

Provides practical, medical and financial support for people with cancer. Their website has information on a range of topics including living with cancer, support for carers, and facing the end of life. Many of their leaflets can be downloaded.
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Maggie's Oxford

Offers emotional support to people affected by cancer. The Maggie’s national website hosts an online facilitated bereavement support group.
01865 751882
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OPCSG

The Oxfordshire Prostate Cancer Support Group is a service that provides information and support to those currently suffering or have suffered with prostate cancer and their families.
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Carers Oxfordshire

Free, confidential advice, support, advocacy and information.
0345 0507666
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Crossroads Care Oxfordshire

If you are a carer, your local Crossroads Care Scheme can offer support.
01865 260280
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Oxfordshire Young Carers

Supporting children and young people up to the age of 25 years whose life is impacted by the responsibility of caring for a family member.
01865 777 224
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Carer's Emergency Support Service

The service can support carers by providing replacement care when the carer suddenly or unexpectedly becomes ill, or has an accident which prevents him/her from providing care. You can register by completing a form online, or printing it off and mailing it, or by telephone. You will receive a registration card which you can keep in your purse or wallet. Once you are registered, you can call the 24-hour hotline.
01865 849562
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CAMHS

View information on Primary Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (PCAMHS) and Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
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Barton Children & Family Centre

Providing support and advice to children and families – with a special emphasis on supporting the whole family.
Staff based at the Children and Family Centres will work closely with partner agencies to provide a range of services that are aimed to give help and advice to you and your family.
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Further information

From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions NHS Choices – Childhood Illness

Inpatient Mental Health Care

The Warneford Hospital, part of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, is the main mental health in-patient facility in Oxfordshire.
01865 901000

The Listening Centre

The Listening Centre provides low-cost counselling to people who are otherwise unable to afford it.
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Oxford Hypnotherapy, Counselling & Psychotherapy

Recognising if you have concerns that are weighing you down and choosing to do something about them is the first step to self empowerment and healing.
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Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre

Committed to supporting survivors of sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse, and harassment. Offers a free and confidential service to women and girls who are dealing with the effects of sexual violence, and to anyone who is supporting them.
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Oxford Women's Counselling Centre

Committed to providing a professional counselling service in a supportive environment for women of Oxfordshire where, with the help of women counsellors, they can explore the pattern of their lives, and consider alternative perspectives and ways of thinking.
01865 725617
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Talking Space

Talking Space is a service hosted by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (working in partnership with Oxfordshire Mind) to offer you help and support when you need it. It is a confidential service for people aged 18 years and over.
01865 901222
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Mind Oxfordshire

Information and Support for all mental health issues. Mind Infoline 01865 263730 Find out more

Rethink

Help, information and support for all those affected by mental illness. Find out more

Samaritans

If something is troubling you, call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.116 123 Find out more

Further information

For more information about mental health, ways to cope with it and more visit

NHS Choices – Mental Health

One You – Feeling Stressed?

National Diabetes Prevention Programme

We can now offer referral to the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NDPP, if it is appropriate for you). This is a 9-month lifestyle change course aimed at improving the overall health of people who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. All patients who attend for their NHS health check will be screened for the risk of diabetes and will be offered referral to NDPP.

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‘Reduce Your Risk Of Diabetes’ Leaflet

Oxfordshire Roads to Recovery

Roads to Recovery is your countywide integrated alcohol and drugs service. We offer support to individuals throughout Oxfordshire from our full-time, dedicated recovery hubs.
01865 261690
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Drinkline

If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.0300 123 1110

One You Drinks Tracker - Mobile App

Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.

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Download on the Android App Store

Talk to Frank

If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.0300 123 6600 Talk online

Further information

For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit NHS Choices – Drinking and Alcohol
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit NHS Choices – The Effects of Drugs

Age UK

A local charity working with and for all older people in Oxford.  The services enable older people to maintain their independence, stay connected to their communities and enjoy quality of life.
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Contact The Elderly

Supported by a network of volunteers, Contact the Elderly organises monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties for small groups of older people aged 75 and over, who live alone, offering a regular and vital friendship link every month.
0800 716543
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Generation Games

Advice and information about staying fit, physical and healthy when over 50. Provided by Age UK Oxfordshire.
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Blue Badge Parking Permits

A Blue Badge Parking Permit helps you to park closer to your destination when travelling as either a driver or a passenger.
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Solemates

Low cost nail cutting and footcare for people over 50 years.
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Coffee & Crafts

Learn new crafts and get to know new people at St Marys Church, Baywater Road.
01865 604263

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Oxfordshire Minor Eye Conditions Service

View the Minor Eye Conditions Service Leaflet

Oxford Eye Hospital

Somewhere to go if you are suffering with an eye related emergency. Also includes information about the Oxfordshire Minor Eye Conditions Service, which is a free NHS service to people aged over 6 years and registered with an Oxfordshire GP.
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Barton Advice Centre

A drop in centre for residents to gain advice and information about a wealth of issues, including welfare rights.
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OCC

For housing & general complaints, supporting those who are having problems with tenancies, debt, rent arrears and housing services, please visit the Oxford County Council website.
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CAB Service

Hedena now has a Citizens Advice Bureau Service which takes place with Joanne Jones at our Marston Pharmacy site monthly.

Aspire Oxford

Back to work support for those experiencing barriers to employment.
01865 204450
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Barton Job Club

Informal friendly meetings with personal support and advice, training, job search ideas and more.
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Barton Community Association

Provides specialist support for people seeking help with finding work, those looking for training or educational courses and people who are thinking of setting up their own small business.
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British Menopause Society

The British Menopause Society (BMS) provides education, information and guidance to healthcare professionals specialising in all aspects of post reproductive health. This is achieved through an annual programme of lectures, conferences, meetings, exhibitions and our interactive website.

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Women's Health Concern

WHC is the patient arm of the British Menopause Society (BMS). Provides an independent service to advise, reassure and educate women of all ages about their health, well being and lifestyle concerns. Offers unbiased information – by telephone, email, printed fact-sheets, online and through symposia, seminars, meetings and their workshop ‘Living and loving well beyond 40…!’
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RCOG

The Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists offers a wide range of information and advice about the menopause.
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Manage my Menopause

The leading website for tailored menopausal advice, provided by experts.
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Maternity Units

View information on the following maternity units:

John Radcliffe Women’s Centre
Oxford Spires Midwifery-Led Unit
Horton Midwifery-Led Unit

Oxford University Hospitals Maternity Services

View services from Oxford University Hospitals including Antenatal clinics, maternity assessments, labour and birth and Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Clinic (VBAC).
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Antenatal Care

Calculate your Due DateYour Antenatal Appointments ExplainedFind Maternity Services Near you

Planning your Pregnancy

If you’re planning on getting pregnant, you can improve your chances of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy. Follow these steps

Postnatal Care

Your six week post natal check

Further information

Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here – NHS Choices – Your Pregnancy & Baby Guide

Fluid Motion

Water based rehabilitation care delivered in swimming pools throughout oxford for those with joint and muscle problems.
07720 574164
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Contraception

All of our doctors and nurses can give you expert contraceptive advice including oral contraception and depot (injectable) contraceptive preparations. Condoms are available free of charge from the practice nurse.

Coil Fitting

We now can offer coil fitting at the practice. Please discuss getting a coil fitted with your doctor initially. They will then refer you onto to Dr Rayner, if appropriate, for a coil fitting. Lesley Haxworth, with a 10 minute routine appointment, can check and remove coils. Most doctors can also remove coils.

Contraceptive Implants

Lesley Haxworth is trained to do these. Please book a 20 minute appointment for an insertion.

• To check your implant please book a 10 minute routine appointment.
• To remove your implant please book a 20 minute routine appointment.

Contraceptive Diaphragm

These can also be fitted. Please book a 20 minute routine appointment with a doctor.

Emergency Contraception

Please read our Emergency Contraception Information Page

Vasectomy

Vasectomy in oxford is offered through BPAS. If you would like to be referred for a vasectomy pls contact your GP. Find Out More

Contraception and Sexual Health Clinic -Walk In

Services include genitourinary medicine (GUM) and contraception: testing for and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), all types of contraception including emergency contraception, advice on safer sex, relationships, drug use or other health related issues, and HIV care.
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Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre

Committed to supporting survivors of sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse, and harassment. Offers a free and confidential service to women and girls who are dealing with the effects of sexual violence, and to anyone who is supporting them.
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Brook

Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide, each year. Get advice now

Family Planning Association

They are a sexual health charity. They give straightforward information and support on sexual health, sex and relationships to everyone in the UK. Find out more

Sexual Health Help Line

The Family Planning Association Sexual health help line can give you confidential information and advice 0845 122 8690

Further information

For more information about Sexual Health topics including a contraception guide visit NHS Choices – Sexual Health

Smoke Free Life Oxfordshire

The Free Stop Smoking Service, serving Oxfordshire.
0800 246 1072
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NHS Smokefree - Mobile App

The Smokefree app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smokefree for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.

Download on the Apple App Store

Download on the Android App Store

Get Support Now

Choose from an app, Quit Kit, email, SMS and face-to-face guidance. Sign up now

Get a Plan

Everyone has a different reason for quitting, get a personalised Quit Smoking Plan. Get a plan now

Further information

For more information about the benefits of stopping smoking, top tips and more visit

NHS Choices – Stop Smoking

One You – Thinking of quitting?

Achieve Oxford

Go Active Oxfordshire

Is a free to join project that aims to help people in Oxfordshire to do more physical activity and exercise and getting more activity into their everyday lives.
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OBS Group

A support group for bariatric patients and those considering weight loss surgery.
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Oxford Bariatric Service

Based at the Churchill Hospital, the OBS carry out all aspects of weight loss and metabolic surgery including assessment, pre-surgery preparation, primary and revisional surgical procedures and post-surgical follow ups.
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Oxfordshire Exercise on Referral

Exercise on referral aims to help patients with specific health issues to become more physically active by offering tailored exercise programmes delivered by trained professionals.
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One You Couch to 5K - Mobile App

The Couch to 5K app has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers, download the app and follow the step-by-step instructions.

Download on the Apple App Store

Download on the Android App Store

Weight Watchers

Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle. Find out more

Get started on the nhs 12 Week Weight Loss Plan

The plan is designed to help you lose weight and keep it off. Get started now

Further information

For more information about the benefits of losing weight, top tips and more visit

NHS Choices – Weight Loss

One You – How healthy is your food?

One You – How much have you moved today?