Ways to Wellness Newcastle
Ways to Wellness is a charity testing a number of free non-medical support options in Newcastle to help you take steps towards living well.
What is Ways to Wellness?
Ways to Wellness offers non-medical support for people in Newcastle upon Tyne who are registered with participating GP practices, and whose daily lives are affected by certain conditions, or if they are waiting for surgery. GP’s and their teams can refer patients to these projects, which can help you feel more confident to manage your health and wellbeing by focusing on what matters to you and enabling you to make positive changes.
How Does it Work?
A Ways to Wellness link worker will help you identify areas in your life that could be impacting your health and wellbeing and enable you to take steps towards living well. They will work with you to produce an agreed action plan, which may include a range of activities, such as:
- Getting involved in local groups and activities
- Developing positive relationships
- Accessing specialist services and support
- Healthy eating and diet
- Getting more active
- Getting support around benefits and housing
How to Get in Touch
To check if you are eligible please approach your GP or visit their website. You can also give them a call on 0191 816 3540, or email [email protected]
