1. Advice and Information -

    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
  2. Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
  3. Report -

    Read our report on our findings around mental health services in Sunderland.
  4. Report -

    Read our report on the Sunderland Recovery College
  5. Advice and Information -

    Information on how you can self-refer if you have a common mental health problem such as anxiety or depression?
  6. Advice and Information -

    The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing when self-isolating.
  7. Advice and Information -

    Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help.
  8. News -

    New campaign launched to support people who are struggling with mental health problems
  9. News -

    April 2023 free courses and resources
  10. Advice and Information -

    Crisis teams telephone numbers
  11. News -

    Starting April 2024, you can access local crisis mental health services any day, at any time of the day or night by calling NHS 111 and choosing the mental health option.
  12. Response -

    Informative videos with local key mental health organisations created to bring awareness to their services for all young people across the city
  13. Advice and Information -

    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.
  14. Advice and Information -

    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.
  15. Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.
  16. Advice and Information -

    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.
  17. Report -

    This report highlights the feedback gained from patients of Dr Singh's surgeries at Spingwell House and Harraton.
  18. Report -

    Having received positive feedback from a number of service users of Deerness Park GP Practice we decided to carry out an enter and view visit to discover what they thought made it a good service.
  19. Report -

    Read our Patient Participation Groups guide.
  20. Report -

    Read our report on the Sunderland GP Alliance Medical Practice telephone system.
  21. Report -

    Read our report on Dr Bhate & Partners GP Practice
  22. Report -

    Read our report on the New Washington Medical Group merger
  23. Report -

    Read our report on the feedback we received on the Sunderland GP Extended Access service.
  24. Advice and Information -

    Wound care hubs across the city of Sunderland
  25. Advice and Information -

    Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.
  26. Advice and Information -

    If you need to see a GP in the evening, at weekends or on bank holidays, Sunderland's Extended Access Service can help.
  27. News -

    Six golden rules video to help patients have follow up conversations with their GP after being recommended to take medication by mouth for osteoporosis
  28. Advice and Information -

    When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect.