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We've curated trusted local resources across four key areas so you can find the right help quickly.

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Health & Wellbeing

GP practices, walk-in centres, mental health support for adults and children, and healthy eating guidance.

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Property & Homelessness

Help navigating housing options, homelessness services, and property support across Southampton.

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Learning & Development

School information, 0–19 services, adult learning, and employment support for you and your family.

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Money Matters

Financial guidance, benefits, and budgeting resources to help residents stay financially stable.

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Home›Health & Living›GP's & Walk-In Centres
Health & Living

GP's & Walk-In Centres

Find a GP or walk-in centre near you in Southampton using the trusted resources below.

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Find a GP

Locate a GP or Walk-In Service

There are several ways to find a local GP or access urgent care when you need it.

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Google Maps – Find a GP
Search for GP surgeries near you on Google Maps with reviews and directions.
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NHS Find a GP
The official NHS service finder — search by postcode to locate registered GP practices.
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UK Health Centre
A comprehensive directory of Southampton medical centres and GP practices.
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Southampton Walk-In Centre (UTC)
Southampton's Urgent Treatment Centre — no appointment needed for many conditions.

💡 Tips for Registering with a GP

You have the right to register with any GP surgery in England as long as you live within their catchment area. You don't need proof of address or ID to register. If you're struggling, contact NHS England on 0300 311 22 33.

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Health & Living

Adult Mental Health

It takes strength to ask for help. You are not alone — services and support are available to you.

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🚨 In an emergency — call 999 or go to A&E if:

  • Someone's life is at risk — for example, they have seriously injured themselves or taken an overdose.
  • You do not feel you can keep yourself or someone else safe.

A mental health emergency should be taken as seriously as a physical one. You will not be wasting anyone's time.

Services Near You

Adult Mental Health Support

Be strong and reach out. A variety of services are available to support your mental health.

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NHS Mental Health Help
Find urgent and non-urgent NHS mental health services in your area.
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Samaritans
Free, confidential emotional support 24/7 — call 116 123 anytime, day or night.
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Adult Social Care Self-Assessment
Assess your social care needs and find appropriate support through Southampton Council.
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Shout — Crisis Text Line
Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential support from a trained crisis volunteer.
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Solent Mind — The Lighthouse
Local mental health charity providing a range of support services across Southampton.
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Southampton Adult Social Care
Council-run support for adults, including mental health care and wellbeing services.
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Health & Living

Healthy Eating

Resources and services to help you eat well and maintain a healthy lifestyle in Southampton.

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Support & Services

Eating Well in Southampton

Click a link below to access nutritional support and healthy eating resources.

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Eat Well & Lose Weight
Local programmes and resources from Southampton City Council to support a healthier lifestyle.
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NHS Better Health
Free NHS tools and plans to help you lose weight and eat a more balanced diet.
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Weight Watchers Southampton
Find local Weight Watchers (WW) groups and sessions near you in Southampton.
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BBC — Healthy Meals on a Budget
Recipes and ideas for eating healthily without breaking the bank.
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NHS Weight Loss Support Groups
Find local NHS-endorsed weight loss and healthy eating support groups in Southampton.
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Health & Living

Children's Mental Health

Support services for children, young people, and their families across Southampton and Hampshire.

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Support for Young People

Children & Young People's Services

Free, confidential services to support young people's emotional wellbeing and mental health.

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Southampton Council — Children's Mental Health
The council's dedicated page for children's mental health resources and local services.
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Kooth
Online counselling and emotional wellbeing support for young people aged 11–25, including evenings and weekends.
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No Limits
Free, confidential support for under-26s in Southampton — housing, mental health, sexual health, and more.
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Youth Options
Individual and group support to help young people explore and work through the problems they face.
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Yellow Door
Specialist support for young people affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence, or other interpersonal harm.
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Saints Foundation
Youth engagement programme for 8–18 year olds — sport and socialising in a safe environment.
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Re:minds
Parent-led support for parents and carers of children with Autism, ADHD and/or mental health issues.
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Young Minds
Advice, information and support about mental health for young people and parents.
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ChildLine
Free, 24/7 helpline for young people — call 0800 1111 anytime, day or night.
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SO:Linked
Search for services and groups in Southampton to support your mental health and emotional wellbeing.
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Family Lives (Parentline Plus)
24/7 helpline for family issues — support for parents going through difficult times.
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Solent Mind
Mental health charity supporting people across the South of England.
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Health & Living

Drug & Alcohol Advice

Confidential support, recovery services, and harm reduction advice for Southampton residents.

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Support & Recovery

Drug & Alcohol Services in Southampton

Free, confidential support is available whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you care about.

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CGL — Southampton Drug & Alcohol Recovery Service
NHS-listed open-access service at 50–52 London Road, SO15 2AH. Offers assessment, care coordination, needle exchange, harm reduction, family support and more. Call 023 8071 7171. Self-referral welcome.
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Southampton Council — Drug & Alcohol Action
Southampton City Council's hub for local drug and alcohol support, treatment pathways, and public health information.
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Change Grow Live (CGL) Southampton
CGL's dedicated Southampton service page — information on their recovery programmes, drop-in times, outreach, and how to access support.

🕐 CGL Southampton Opening Hours

Monday9:30am – 4:30pm
Tuesday9:30am – 4:30pm
Wednesday9:30am – 4:30pm
Thursday9:30am – 7:30pm
Friday9:30am – 4:30pm
Saturday10:00am – 4:00pm

Drop-in available: 9:30am – 12:20pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm

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Property & Homelessness

Property & Homelessness Support

Practical help and information for housing, homelessness, and property issues in Southampton.

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Get Help Now

Who Can Help?

Southampton City Council's Homelessness Unit is your first point of contact for housing crisis support.

📧 Email

[email protected]

📞 Phone (Office Hours)

023 8083 2327

🚨 Out of Hours Emergency

023 8023 3344 — if homeless due to an emergency outside office hours.

🏢 Walk-In (Gateway)

For emergencies, visit Gateway to be directly referred to the Homelessness Unit.

🕐 Homelessness Unit Office Hours

Monday8:30am – 4:30pm
Tuesday8:30am – 4:30pm
Wednesday10:00am – 4:30pm
Thursday8:30am – 4:30pm
Friday8:30am – 4:00pm
Additional Support

Housing Help & Advice

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Additional Homelessness Support
Other organisations in Southampton that can help with homelessness.
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General Housing Questions
Report antisocial behaviour, repairs, domestic abuse issues, garages, and much more.
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Housing Report Forms
Report issues online to save you time on the phone.
Local Offices

Contact Your Local Housing Office

Mon, Tue & Thu 8:30am–5pm · Wed 10am–5pm · Fri 8:30am–4:30pm. By appointment only.
Call: 023 8083 3006 option 7 · [email protected]

Shirley Housing Office

Covers: Millbrook, Maybush, Lordshill, Shirley, Coxford, Lordswood
Redcar Street, Shirley, SO15 5LL

Central Housing Office

Covers: Central, Bevois, Swaythling, Northam, Bassett, St Denys
100F St Mary's Street, SO14 1PE

Woolston Housing Office

Covers: Harefield, Itchen, Merryoak, Sholing, Thornhill, Weston & Woolston
Centenary Quay, Victoria Road, SO19 9EF

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Learning & Development

Southampton Schools

Information on local schools, SEND provision, childcare, and early years support across Southampton.

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School Information

Find the Right School & Support

Links to local schools, SEND, and early years provision. This is not an exhaustive list — please research further if required.

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School Term Dates
Southampton's official term dates, school holidays and INSET days.
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Find a School
Search for primary and secondary schools in Southampton, including admission information.
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Early Years & Childcare
Nurseries, childminders, free entitlement places, and childcare support in Southampton.
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SEND Info for Parents & Carers
Southampton's Local Offer — support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
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Learning & Development

0–19 Services

Services in Southampton that support children and young people from birth through to age 19 and beyond.

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Support & Signposting

Services for Children & Young People

Click a link below to find services that can support or signpost you and your family.

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Family Hubs
Seven hub locations across Southampton offering stay-and-play, breastfeeding support, healthcare, and employment advice for local families.
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Family Information Service
Free, tailored and impartial advice for families with children aged 0–19 (up to 25 for SEND).
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No Limits
Free, confidential, non-judgmental support for under-26s on housing, employment, debt, health and more.
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Junior Neighbourhood Wardens
Empowering young people with skills and opportunities to make positive contributions to their communities.
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NHS Family Support (Solent NHS)
Community-based nursing, therapy and mental health services for children and families across Hampshire.
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NHS Children's Therapies
Specialist Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech & Language Therapy for children who need extra support.
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Learning & Development

Adult Learning & Work

Resources to help you find employment, gain qualifications, and develop your career in Southampton.

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Opportunities

Learning, Work & Employment

Click a link below to explore learning and employment support available in Southampton.

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Help Finding Work
Access Southampton's employment support to help you find and secure work.
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City College Southampton
Browse courses for adult learners — from professional qualifications to leisure learning.
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Itchen College — Adult Learning
Adult education courses covering a wide range of subjects and skill levels.
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Richard Taunton College
Adult education programmes at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College.
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Adult Apprenticeships
Find apprenticeship opportunities available to adults — earn while you learn at any age.
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Universal Credit Work Allowance
Understand how much you can earn before your Universal Credit payment is affected.
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Southampton Employment Support Team
Council-run employment support to help residents find and sustain work.
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Money Matters

Money Matters

Financial support, debt advice, benefits information, and local charity help for Southampton residents.

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Support & Advice

Financial Help in Southampton

Whether you need debt advice, benefits guidance, or emergency local support — help is available.

Citizens Advice

Free, impartial help with money, benefits & employment

Money Helper

Formerly Money Advice Service — free guidance you can trust

Charity & Volunteer Groups

Local support organisations & groups