Advice and Information

We designed this page to provide support and resources for health and care providers to improve their ability to meet the accessibility needs of people with disabilities that affect communication. Members of our South West London Accessible Information Standard Community of Practice, a group that includes people with lived experience, GP practice and Integrated Care Board staff, and Disability charities, contributed to this list.

The Furzedown Project launched ‘Ageing on Our Own Terms’ a new booklet for health and care commissioners, providers, and regulators, designed to assist in meeting the needs and aspirations of LGBT+ people as we age.

Read more about Continuing Healthcare, eligibility to get this support and more.

Help raise awareness of Dementia and find out what support is available for people in Wandsworth.

We designed this page to provide support and resources for children and young people with autism or social and communication challenges. This page will be regularly updated to provide up to date contact information.

The NHS App allows you to access a range of NHS services. You can download the NHS App on your phone or tablet. You can also access the same services in a web browser by logging in through the NHS website.

You must be aged 13 or over to use the NHS App. You also need to be registered with a GP surgery in England or the Isle of Man.

The journey to parenthood can bring up a huge range of emotions, from excitement and happiness to anxiety and sadness. There is no right or wrong way to feel. Everyone’s experience is different, unique and personal. You are not alone in this.

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, South West London NHS is reminding local people of the free mental health support services available, and encouraging those who are struggling with their mental health to come forward for the help they need.

Here are some useful resources which have been designed to ensure people with a Learning Disability feel more comfortable in accessing ambulance support if necessary.

Xyla Health & Wellbeing are currently delivering a FREE NHS scheme called the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NDPP) otherwise known as the Healthier You programme.

People in Merton and Wandsworth who are suffering from blocked ears or gradual hearing loss can now get NHS help at local pharmacies.

In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is beginning to hit home for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.