Medical support

Information and support to help you manage your condition

NHS choices has information about specific long-term health conditions.

Memory loss and dementia

We have more information about memory loss and dementia.

Mental Health

We have information and advice about mental health problems.

Financial support

Turn 2 Us can offer grants to help you towards the costs of essential household items, equipment or training courses.

A personal health budget is an agreed amount of money to pay for your NHS healthcare and support needs. You can use a personal health budget to pay for a wide range of items and services, including therapies, personal care and equipment.

If you use NHS continuing healthcare you could be offered a personal health budget. Speak to your GP or healthcare team if you think a personal health budget might help you. 

Other support

End of life care

We have information if you are approaching the end of your life.

Books on prescription

Reading Well Books on Prescription can help you to understand and manage your health and wellbeing using self-help reading. The books are available to borrow from your local library.

Support groups

Our directory includes information to help you find local support groups that are specific to your health condition.

Livewell Dorset is a free service for adults who would like support to change their lifestyle. They have information to help you:

• stop smoking
• increase your physical activity
• manage your weight
• reduce your alcohol intake.

Eligibility for support

You may be eligible to receive financial support from us if you have savings or investments (available capital) of less than £23,250.

Advocacy, an independent advocate helps you to express your views and concerns, access information and services, explore choices and options and defend and promote your rights and responsibilities.