Looking after yourself isn’t just about seeing a doctor. It includes the right support for your physical and mental health, especially if you are living with a disability, facing addiction or have caring responsibilities. Help is available, whether it’s for you or someone you’re supporting.
If you need medical help
NHS 111 online can help you find the right care if you are unwell and not sure what to do.
Pharmacy First Service
You don’t always need to see a GP. Some pharmacies offer safe and convenient access to expert advice and treatment for the following 6 common conditions:
- impetigo
- infected insect bites
- shingles
- sinusitis
- sore throat
- uncomplicated UTIs
Pharmacy First Service in Sheffield
Register with a GP
Anyone in England can register with a GP surgery to access NHS services. It's free to register. You do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number.
NHS: Register with a GP surgery
Mental health support
Sheffield Mental Health Guide
This online guide gives information on local services, activities and resources that are available to you, or someone you are supporting.
Homeless Assessment and Support Team
This is mental health support for people aged 18+ who are homeless or at risk. A dedicated team can provide assessments, treatment and help in securing stable accommodation as well as access to mental health services.
Homeless Assessment and Support Team
Addiction support
Likewise Sheffield
Support and treatment for adults (18+) who want help with alcohol or drugs. Their services focus on prevention, intervention and recovery, supporting individuals to reduce risks and overcome substance-related challenges.
Get help from Likewise Sheffield
SMART Recovery
A support group for adults (18+) who want help with addiction, whether it's to drugs, alcohol or certain behaviours. The program focuses on four key areas: staying motivated, handling cravings, managing thoughts and feelings and creating a healthy, balanced life.
Find a UK SMART Recovery group
Project 6 Sheffield
A local charity supporting people with drug and alcohol issues and complex needs. Run by people in recovery, the Alcohol Recovery Community (ARC) focuses on building self-worth, confidence and wellbeing. The service offers daily peer-led groups for adults looking to change their lives.
Local support in Sheffield with Project 6
Gambling support
Northern Gambling Service
This service offers specialist support for people in Sheffield affected by gambling addiction and related mental health issues like anxiety, depression and trauma. They also help loved ones impacted by someone’s gambling.
Support includes therapy, addiction treatment, family support and peer groups, with appointments available in person or online.
GamCare
GamCare run a 24/7 National Gambling Helpline, offering free advice and support for anyone affected by gambling. They provide treatment services across the UK plus online forums and chatrooms where people can connect and share experiences.
Disability support
Disability Sheffield provides free, independent advocacy for disabled people. They can help if:
- you want support with a care needs assessment
- you’re unhappy with a service or decision and want to challenge it
- you need help understanding your rights or options
- you want to take part in meetings about your care or future
- you’re planning a big change like moving home or getting more support
Advocates work alongside you to make sure your voice is heard.
Disability Sheffield Advocacy Services
Older person support
Age UK provides free advice, dementia services and wellbeing activities to help older people to live well in Sheffield.
Learning disability support
Shared Lives
Support for adults (16+) who need help to live independently with the support of trained carers. Help is available if you or someone you know is struggling with daily living or accessing the community. You may be eligible if you have:
- a learning, physical or sensory disability
- a mental health condition