NHS Referrals (Health Referrals) & Support

Do you need help receiving medical treatment or getting referrals? We understand the process can be a struggle, that’s why we’re here to help. Our team at Woody’s Lodge works closely with Veterans NHS Wales and we can self-refer you to your local NHS team. Whether you or a Veteran you know needs physical or mental health services (or both), we can help you find the right medical expertise. Alternatively, Veterans can use the self-refer service through the Veterans’ NHS Wales website or you can make a referral on behalf of a Veteran. 

To speak with our support team and arrange a meeting to discuss your health referral needs, please contact us using the details at the bottom of this page or visit our contact us page. In a calm, one-on-one setting, either at your home, at HMP, or via our DiC and Hubs, we will assist with your NHS or agency healthcare forms and help you regain contact with local doctors and community health groups.

Welsh Ambulance Mental Health Support

The Welsh Ambulance Service has created a Mental Health Leaflet to support those with mental health challenges. The leaflet titled, You Are Not Alone, provides a huge range of Mental Health Support Helplines, many of which are free to contact and are available 24/7.

Download a copy of the leaflet below: 

• You Are Not Alone Leaflet (Cymru)
• You Are Not Alone Leaflet (English)

Emergency Helplines

If you need emergency help or someone to talk to when we’re not open, there are a range of services and charities available to offer support and an ear to listen:

Minds at War: 0800 031 4368

Veterans Mental Health Emergency Team – 24/7: 0800132737

Rethink: 0800 138 1619

Samaritans Cymru: 02920 116123

The Samaritans of Bridgend: 0845 790 9090

Icarus Online: 03339875055

NHS: 111

Mind: 0300 123 3393

Saneline: 0845 767 8000

(C.A.L.L): 0800 123 737 (open 24/7)

The Mix (for under 25’s): 0808 808 4994 (Sunday – Friday 2pm–11pm)

Contact our team today to find out more about how we can help with NHS Referrals.