North Lancashire Primary Care Trust
Morecambe Bay Health Authority ceased to exist as from 31 March 2002.
Morecambe Bay Primary Care Trust replaced it but was itself replaced late in 2006. North Lancashire Primary Care Trust is the current incarnation for this area, which got off to an unhealthy start with a directive to save £11.8 million over 2006/7.
BAYCALL - Morecambe Bay Primary Care Trust Service
for people who needa GP outside their doctor's surgery
opening hours. To contact a GP outside surgery hours, you can call through
your own Doctor's surgery of phone this service direct.
Tel: 0845 0524999
Hearing impaired (Typetalk) tel: 18001 01539 718999
CAST
Community AIDS Support Team in Lancashire.
Social Services (HIV Worker):
01524 585521
Morecambe
Bay Cancer Information: A Guide for Patients and Carers
(pdf download)
If you, your relative or your friend has been diagnosed with cancer
it can be a very difficult time. What does living with cancer mean?
What happens next? Who can help? Where to get advice and support?
This leaflet is a guide to local services.
NHS Direct
Tel. 0845 46 47 for general medical advice and health-related queries.
Prostate Cancer Confidential Information + Helpline
Tel: 0845 300 8383
Smoking Cessation Service
For help to stop smoking you can contact this service through your GP
or Tel: 01524 845145.
Morecambe & Heysham Quit Smoking Info-line tel: 01524 833532. Carnforth:
01524 738914.
(Good Luck - I quit in '99 after 26 years - best thing I ever did)
GP PRACTICES
The King Street & University Medical Practice Established in 1927, the King Street Medical Practice is the largest practice in Lancaster with nearly 20,000 patients. We practice from two sites, one in the centre of the city and one on the campus of Lancaster University.
King Street Surgery, Lancaster: Open Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm
Bailrigg Health Centre, Lancaster University:
Open Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm
Tel: 01524 32294
Morecambe
Health Centre Hanover Street, Morecambe.
Telephone during Surgery Hours: 01524 418418
Out of Hours: 01524 418343. Fax: 01524 832584
Open: Mon - Fri: 8am to 6pm. Sat: 8am to 12pm
Strawberry Gardens Medical Practice
377 Heysham Road, Heysham,
Morecambe, LA3 2BP
tel: 01524 850999
fax: 01524 855688
Open 8am - 6.30pm Monday to Friday
PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Alex Burch
Morecambe Bay Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
Highfield Crescent, Morecambe LA4 4DH.
Tel:
01524 426964
The clinic specialises in the assessment and treatment of spinal conditions, joint problems and sports injuries.
Muscle imbalance and movement problems are treated using manual techniques and are complemented by rehabilitation programs and/or exercises prescribed for the patients to do at home.. Approximately 95% of injuries are related to soft tissue damage. With correct use of stretching and myofascial/neural release, proprioceptiive training, muscle conditioning, and physical exercise it is possible to restore normal function. The practice is approved by BUPA, AXA PPP and all major insurance companies.
Iain Cole
Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Sports Injury Clinic at Lancaster
Sports Complex, University of Cumbria, Bowerham Road, Lancaster, LA1 3JD
Tel: 01524 526526.
The Clinic offers appointments to the general public at short notice and convenient times.
Iain Cole, Head Chartered Physiotherapist will be pleased to assist your return to sport in the shortest possible time by assessing, diagnosing and treating your injury.
Iain, also State registered, has undergone postgraduate training that includes Manual Therapy (Mobilising and Manipulation), Intramuscular Stimulation, sport injury care and exercise rehabilitation. In addition, continuing professional development has been undertaken and research into the recovery from low back dysfunction and chronic tendon dysfunction is being performed.
The clinic is recognised by all major insurance companies and firms handling medical claims. A doctor's referral is not necessary. The clinic is also accredited by UK Athletics to treat elite level athletes. Students and staff of the University of Cumbria benefit from a reduced rate.
Diane Lord (State Registered,Chartered Physiotherapist, MSc Exercise and Rehabilitation) Physio-4u,
Pure Leisure,
Lakeland Leisure Village,
Borwick,
Carnforth
LA6 1BH
Tel: 07947 727 533
Email: diane@physio-4u.com
Patients of all ages with varied problems from neck, back and limb joint problems, joint replacements, sports injuries and inner ear dizziness attend the clinic.
Treatment/rehabilitation may include ‘hands on treatment’ to loosen joints and muscles, electrotherapy to relieve pain, swelling and help to promote healing and exercise programmes either at home or in the gymnasium or hydrotherapy pool at the clinic to strengthen muscles and joints.
Anybody can refer themselves to the clinic, with or without communication from your GP. The clinic is also registered with all the major insurance companies such as AXA PPP and BUPA so that you can reclaim your payments.
OTHER ALTERNATIVE / COMPLEMENTARY / MEDICAL
HEALTH CENTRES / clINICS & AGENCIES
The Acupuncture Clinic Harpers Mill, White Cross, Lancaster, LA1 4XQ.
Tel 01524 388837. Mob 07912282670
Email: penny@the-acupuncture-clinic.co.uk Penny Towler practises from her acupuncture clinic in central
Lancaster. The practice is large, warm and light, has disabled access
and good parking facilities.
Penny is BSc (Hons) Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture); Member
of the British Acupuncture Council (MBAcC) and is a Registered General
Nurse (RGN) with over 20 years in the nursing profession.
Penny may also use massage, acupressure, moxibustion, (application of
warmth), cupping (the application of suction), electro-acupuncture, or
ear seeds during treatment. To talk about acupuncture and how it might
help you please ring Penny at The Acupuncture Clinic.
Bashful Alley Centre
Bashful Alley (Off King St), Lancaster. Tel: 01524 844299
Therapy and wellbeing centre has a range of session rooms for groups
/ individual practitioners to hire.
Castle View Clinic
7 Rydal Road, Lancaster LA1 3HA
Tel: 01524 67707
A friendly, family-run health centre specialising in the treatment of illness using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The clinic is run by Cathy and Mark Chapman.
Mark holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Biomedical Science and TCM. He is also a qualified MD from Beijing's School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has worked and studied extensively in clinics and hospitals in the UK and China. Mark predominantly uses herbal medicines and acupuncture to treat a wide range of internal illnesses.
Cathy has been a therapist since 1998 and has a BSc in TCM as well as diplomas in Massage and Aromatherapy. She is also a member of the British Acupuncture Council.
The Centre
Lane Head, High Bentham, near Lancaster, LA2 7DL.
Tel: 015242 63233
Email:
chryssieb@tiscali.co.uk
Dedicated to World Peace
The home of Health through Balance, Complementary Therapy Practice owned by Chryssie Burgess BA Hons, MIFPA, ISA, FSB.
Single or combined treatments available in Clinical Aromatherapy, Massage, Healing, Reiki, Body Energy Work and 7th Sense Consultations
The Centre also hosts meetings for The International School of Awareness, Support Gatherings for self development groups, workshops and training courses in Massage, Dowsing, NFSH healing courses, Environmental Balancing and Sound Workshops.
Cherry Trees Practice Cherry Trees, Sunnyside Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5ED
Tel: 01524 64258 We provide Shiatsu, Acupressure, and Acupuncture in beautiful and peaceful surroundings, very close to Lancaster city centre.
There is free street parking for all our clients.
Dacrelands
Clinic
Tel: (01524) 69864 or 39450. Fax 01524 848155
e-mail charles@dcrelands.co.uk
Aldrens Lane, Skerton, Lancaster. Tel : (01524) 39450 (Corner of Aldrens
Lane and Owen Road (Skerton Triangle)
Founded in 1989, the Clinic rapidly became established in the community
and now has a large team of qualified and registered practitioners.
Therapies include: Alexander Technique; Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine;
Aromatherapy; Bach Flower Remedies; Bowen Therapy; Buteyko (Breathing
for Asthma); Chiropody; Homoeopathy; Hypnotherapy; Medical Herbalism;
Osteopathy; Psychotherapy; Reflexology; Remedial Massage; Sports Therapy;
Touch Healing.
Open between 9.00am. and 6.00pm. Monday to Friday, although individual
practitioners may have differing working times. Reception is closed between
1.00pm and 2.00pm. Also open on Saturday mornings.
Healing
Hands Wellbeing Centre
14 Owen Rd,
Lancaster,
LA1 2AR
Tel: 01524 848483.
A range of massage treatments, plus beauty treatments and waxing.
h.u.s.h
(helping u stay happy)
h.u.s.h offers a range of holistic treatments promoting happiness and well-being, all in the comfort of your own home. We can create the atmosphere of your choice from relaxing to rejuvenating through the use of oils, music and candles. All you need is your bathrobe or some comfy clothes and space for the therapy couch; h.u.s.h will do the rest! A thorough consultation will enable us to provide you with the best possible treatment.
We offer a flexible service enabling you to book treatments in the evenings or at weekends – whenever is best for you. If you do not have space in your home for the massage couch, treatments can take place at a Lancaster therapy centre.
Treatments include Aromatherapy, Swedish and Thai Massage, as well as workplace therapies and Pamper Parties.
For more information contact Christine on 01524 415888 / 07948 619836 or email info@hushhappy.co.uk
The
Holistic Centre
Borans Lane, Middleton Road, Middleton.
tel: 01524 853553.
(part of Primrose House Trust, a charity for young people with profound
physical + learning disabilities and their carers.) The centre caters
for disabled as well as able-bodied people with classes in Meditation,
Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Alexander Technique, + energy management courses. Jesson Clinic Health Through Massage.com Ltd 3 Jesson Way, Carnforth, LA5 9UR
Tel: 01524 720529 Mob: 07795513486
email: siew@healththroughmassage.com The Jesson Clinic has been run by Siew Allen since 1995 and provides acupuncture with needles, electro-acupuncture without needles, remedial massage, acupressure, moxibustion and homeopathy.
The clinic is open Mon - Sat: 9.30am - 7.30pm but appointments must be made prior to visiting.
Siew Allen is registered as a member of the British Academy of Western Medical Acupuncture, SRN, RM, Midwife Tutor & homeopath.
Siew has created a self-massage technique for sports injury and stress relief in a DVD and book. The iPamper massager and other massagers are available, to anyone interested in proactive self-massage, at the website.
Lune Chinese Medicine
Herbal Medicine - Acupuncture - Massage
2A China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX
Tel: 01524 67938 Email: lune-cm@hotmail.co.uk
Professionally registered practitioner with 20 years experience in treating
a wide range of conditions.
Provide professional services of acupuncture, massage and herbal remedies to the community.
Morecambe Bay Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
Highfield Crescent, Morecambe LA4 4DH.
Tel:
01524 426964
The clinic specialises in the assessment and treatment of spinal conditions, joint problems and sports injuries.
Muscle imbalance and movement problems are treated using manual techniques and are complemented by rehabilitation programs and/or exercises prescribed for the patients to do at home.. Approximately 95% of injuries are related to soft tissue damage. With correct use of stretching and myofascial/neural release, proprioceptiive training, muscle conditioning, and physical exercise it is possible to restore normal function. The practice is approved by BUPA, AXA PPP and all major insurance companies.
St
John's Hospice
Slyne Road, Lancaster LA2 6AW. Tel: 01524 382538
The hospice is housed in a modern purpose built building and set in
extensive beautiful and peaceful grounds on the Northernern edge of
Lancaster. We have 21 beds for inpatients and provide up to 45 day care
places each week and hold palliative out patients' clinics. Our aim
is to provide a holistic support for patients, their families and carers.
To do
this, as well as our doctors and nurses, we provide physiotherapy, occupational
therapy, spiritual, bereavement and social work support. Although based
in Lancaster we welcome referrals from GPs from Garstang to Ambleside.
We work closely with all other cancer and palliative services in
the area. To find out more visit us at www.sjhospice.org.uk.
Verdant Clinic of Herbal Medicine
23 Stirling Road, Lancaster.
Tel: 01524 36067. Email: tiki.hurley@virgin.net
Providing consultations with fully qualified Medical Herbalist Tiki Hurley.
PRACTITIONERS OF ALTERNATIVE / COMPLEMENTARY /
MEDICAL TECHNIQUES FOR HEALTH & WELLBEING.
COUNSELLORS & THERAPISTS
Carol Bean Flow Therapies
Flow is an holistic approach to
well-being that addresses the whole individual, each with our own many moods, hopes and dreams, abilities and limitations. Flow treatments are individually designed to address these various aspects of ourselves with a warm and caring attitude always at the heart.
Flow offers Indian Head Massage, Swedish Body Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Reiki treatments, Deep Tissue Massage and Hopi Ear Candle Therapy. I am based in central Lancaster and offer both home-based treatments and a community/workplace practice. For more information Tel: 07840275536,
email mail@flowtherapies.co.uk or visit www.flowtherapies.co.uk.
Sarah Blackler, Counsellor
17, Belle Vue Terrace, Greaves Rd, Lancaster,
Lancashire, LA1 4TY
Tel:
01524 555816
Experienced and qualified professional counsellor offers confidential
counselling with a wide variety of personal and relationship problems.
For more information visit www.lancaster.counselling.co.uk
Chryssie Burgess BA Hons, MIFPA, ISA, FSB -
Health through Balance
The Centre, Lane Head, Bentham LA2 7DL
015242 63233 chryssieb@tiscali.co.uk An international teacher and lecturer, Chryssie is a fully trained therapist with more than 17 years’ experience in Complementary Health Care. She creates a personalised plan for every client in one or a number of her fields of expertise, offering follow up advice and support on request.
Chryssie offers single or combined treatments in Clinical Aromatherapy, Massage, Healing, Reiki, Body Energy Work and 7th Sense Consultations.
Chryssie’s practice, Health through Balance, is in an inspiring location in Bentham, near Lancaster, offering you a chance to get away from it all, as well as ensuring complete confidentiality and privacy.
Chryssie runs training programmes in Self Development, Well-being, Stress Management, Massage and Aromatherapy, as well as a unique Awareness Body Massage course validated by the International School of Awareness (IsoA).
As a registered Teacher of ISoA, Chryssie runs one-day Introduction to Dowsing workshops, using the Universal Energy Balancing Charts. She also guides people through their choice of one-day workshops in the Module B series of Step-by-Step to Inner Peace, assisting you to create balance in relationships at home, at work and in your social life.
Please note that regular public transport is available to and from Bentham, and Chryssie is happy to pick you up from either train station or bus stop.
Mary Dowson,
Remedial Massage
The Treatment Room, Hindburn Cottage, Wray, Lancs. Tel: 015242 21147
Rebecca
Field LNWCH Homeopath Licensed Homeopath
working in clinics in Lancaster and Ambleside.
"Homeopathy is a safe and
effective medicine that recognizes you as an individual and stimulates
your body to heal itself. Homeopathy can be used to treat a wide
range of conditions, be they physical or emotional. Chronic fatigue, insomnia,
stress, grief, irritable
bowel syndrome, migraines, menopause
symptoms, eczema, asthma, chronic colds, injuries, etc. can all
be helped with Homeopathy."
She
also runs regular First Aid and Introduction to Homeopathy
courses.
For information on consultations, courses, or homeopathy
in general, tel: 015394 44338 or email: becs@homeopathy-site.co.uk. The
website: www.homeopathy-site.co.uk has
further information about Homeopathy.
Elsa
Fuster-Mears
Yoga Scheduled courses with weekly classes in Bentham and Hornby including 'Yoga for Pregnancy' and 'Yoga for Back
Pain' Tel: 015242 21806. See www.yoga4all.co.uk.
Sue Garner Yoga
Classes, workshops, individual sessions
Sue started to practise yoga in India in 1991. She qualified as a teacher with the British Wheel of Yoga in 1999 and has since trained with respected teachers in various styles (including Iyengar, Astanga, Scaravelli and Yin).
She is currently training with an osteopath and in tantra.
Over the past 10 years she has taught mainstream classes, playful sessions for children, gentle movement for old people and relaxation techniques for those working with mental illness or overcoming addiction as well as one-to-one sessions addressing particular issues.
She aims to make yoga accessible to all, tailoring the practices to individual needs, recognising and working with areas of holding and encouraging a deepening awareness of body and mind.
For regular classes at Friends’ Meeting House on Monday and Tuesday evenings and Thursday mornings see Events Listings on this site. For further information, call Sue on 07814 295570 or e-mail su_garner@yahoo.com. For classes at the Adult College, call 01524 581269
Alan J Hedges BSc, D,Hyp, PDCHyp, MBSCH
Clinical Hypnotherapist
01524 35587 (direct line)
As well as being trained in advanced hypnotherapy techniques I have been trained to use Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I can help with a wide variety of problems including smoking cessation, weight control, phobias, panic and anxiety, pain control, addictions, abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); my website has a fuller but still incomplete list, you are welcome to telephone or e-mail me to ask if I can help in any particular case.
I hold clinics within Dacrelands Clinic, Aldrens Lane, Lancaster, LA1 2DU Tel: 01524 69864
Also in Kendal, Tel 01524 35587
Email: info@hedgeshypnosis.co.uk.
Web: www.hedgeshypnosis.co.uk
Jonathan Hirst Dramatherapist
For help with : confidence; self-esteem; personal change; motivation; emotional blockages; stress and anxiety; substance problems; self-expression.
Based in central Lancaster.
I work creatively with drama, movement, art, music and voice. www.jonathanhirst.co.uk
Contact : Tel : 0783 707 9230
Email : hirst.drama@live.com
Arusha Hughes Therapist
I am a qualified and experienced person-centred therapist (MBACP). I work in an understanding, supportive and creative way with my clients, both adults and children.
My sessions are usually one to one, last an hour, and cost around £30. If you feel that you or your child may benefit from counselling please do contact me to find out more. Perhaps you've had a difficult time recently, or are feeling low, stressed or worried. Whatever it is I may be able to help. Initial meetings are free.
Tel: 0787 0919 044
Email: arushahughes@googlemail.com
Wendy Jones (Haddock) Buteyko
A Safe, natural method for the relief of asthma and breath related disorders.
Wendy Jones, physiotherapist, teaches buteyko in Lancaster and the North.
Tel. 01524 848078 mobile: 07717248300.
Email: wendyjones123@talktalk.net Core Process Psychotherapy
A mind-body-spirit approach to therapy using the vast resources of Western psychotherapy and ancient wisdom of Buddhist thought. Core process works on the understanding that at the centre of our being lies wisdom, compassion and joy. Therapy provides a supported space in busy lives to become deeply aware of the suprising journey of who we are and how we think that naturally brings about positive change.
I am a senior student at the Karuna Institute in Devon where core process has been developed and taught for over 20 years. The Institute is a member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapists and I abide by their code and ethics. I work under close supervision of an accredited Core Process supervisor. As a 4th year student I am able to offer reduced fees.
If you would like to meet for a free introductory consultation to explore your needs please contact me.
Wendy Jones: Landline: 01524 848078 mobile: 07717248300 email: wendyjones123@talktalk.net
Aurea Kelvin Complementary Therapist
Aurea offers deep tissue massage, full body massage, pregnancy and postnatal massage, chair massage, hypnotherapy, reiki, and intuitive holistic healing at her private practice in the Freehold area of Lancaster. Warm and professional, she creates a safe, respectful and comfortable environment for her clients. Aurea also offers on site massage for workplaces and events. New clients offer: Tell me that you found me on the Virtual Lancaster website, and get £5 off your first session. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and can only be used once per client.
Please contact Aurea at:
Tel: 07779 232866
Email: aureakelvin@hotmail.com
Martin Knowles
Shiatsu Therapist
A relaxing yet invigorating whole body therapy, combining acupressure and massage techniques to rebalance the bodies own energy resources.
Martin uses shiatsu and pelvic correction to treat all conditions from stress, back pains, and injuries to digestive, hormonal and mental imbalances.
Caton Green - home visits available
Tel: 01524 771598 Email: Shiatsu@CatonGreen.co.uk.
Kate Marney,
Homeopathy
15 Townsfield, Silverdale.
Tel. 01524 701166
Kate McBride MLCH MARH PeaceWeaver Healing
Homeopathy & Essences for health, well-being & serenity
T: 07749 767046
E: kate@peaceweaverhealing.co.uk
W: www.peaceweaverhealing.co.uk
Homeopathy is a safe, gentle, holistic medicine which specialises in matching the needs of individuals with a personalised prescription. It can help with asthma, IBS, hormonal problems, arthritis, insomnia, eczema, coughs, colds and flu... and many other complaints.
Home visits - Evening & Weekend Appointments
Specialist help with
*Depression, Anxiety & Stress
*Creativity & Peak Performance
*Personal & Spiritual Development
Please ask for a free 15 minute phone consultation to see if homeopathy could help you.
Judy Mellor
Clinical Psychologist
Consulting at the BMI Lancaster (formerly Nuffield) Hospital,
Meadowside, Lancaster LA1 3RH.
Tel: 01524 770351
E-mail : judy@judymellor.co.uk
Judy is an experienced clinician, having practised in the NHS for over thirty years. She offers a range of psychological therapies, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural
psychosexual and relationship counselling, EMDR, and systems–centred approaches for adults with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, eating disorders relationship issues and other emotional difficulties.
Ceri Mumford Alexander Technique
(MSTAT), Alexander Technique Teacher
Fully qualified teacher of the Alexander Technique, working from my practice in Greaves, Lancaster. Sliding scale fees. For individuals or businesses.
28, Victoria Ave, Lancaster. LA1 4SY
E-mail: cerimumford@hotmail.com.
Tel: 01524 39193
Web: www.lancasteralexander.net
William Roscoe Lancaster Acupuncture
Email: will@lancaster-acupuncture.co.uk
Telephone: 0789 1111773
William Roscoe practices traditional acupuncture in Central Lancaster. Home visits if required.
He is a member of the British Acupuncture Council and registered with Lancaster City Council.
Julia Russell AMH, MGNI, MIFR, ITEC Natural Health Practitioner
Multi-disciplinary practitioner who has worked in the field of Natural
Health since 1989. She practises as a Herbalist, Iridologist, Reflexologist,
and as a Therapeutic Massage Practitioner including Deep Tissue Bodywork,
Lymphatic Drainage, Pre-and Post-Natal Treatments.
Fully qualified and insured.
Consultations are available in Lancaster.
For further details, tel: 01524 33389 or 07956 422161.
Sarah Rycroft ITEC, MICHT
Massage & Reflexology Therapist.
No Hands Massage ®, Thermal Stone Massage, Indian Head Massage, Swedish Massage and Reflexology.
Workplace & Mobile visits.
The Smithy, Lodge Lane, Wennington, Lancaster, LA2 8NW
Tel: 015242 21166
Lynne Shamal Dip. Cst. Cranio-Sacral Therapy- Whole Body Unwinding
Lynne gives sessions in Lancaster and in the South Lakes. She is trained
in CST, Whole Body Unwinding, Rebirthing and Counselling and has been
in practice for 9 years.
Tel: 01229 582298 email:
lynshamal@onetel.net.uk
Graham Spavin
Scotforth Counselling
and Psychotherapy
81, Scotforth Rd, Lancaster.
Tel. 01524 69684
For confidential and non judgemental help and support in many personal
areas; personal growth and change, confidence and self esteem building,
relationship difficulties, divorce, loss, anxiety, stress and hopefully
finding more fulfilling ways to live your life. May your journey begin!
SLT Associates- Speech Therapy
Private Individual / Group Speech and Language Therapy. "We
provide this service for young children right the way through to Senior
Adults, with a wide range of symptoms.
The practice has 2 Speech Therapists, both of whom are members of the
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy, Members of The Health
Profession Council, and also members of ASLTIP (The Association of Speech
and Language Therapists in Private Practice)."
Tel: 01524 69944
email: mrsharwood@talk21.com
and ecd@65bw.fsnet.co.uk
Mary Ullrich (MARH) Homeopathy and Flower Essences
tel: 01539 720072
Paul
Williamson E-mail: pgwilliamson999@hotmail.co.uk.
'I am an experienced professional
psychotherapist, Healer and group leader, having led workshops
in various parts of Britain and abroad for many years. Based in Lancaster,
I am also author of three published books, including 'Soul Pathways'.
As well as leading workshops, I am available for private individual
sessions of therapy.'
Richard Wyatt
Person-Centred Counsellor. DipHE. MBACP My belief is that being in relationship with another person has the power
to heal and enable growth. It is this philosophy that is the foundation of
counselling work and has helped thousands of people over the years to work
through any difficulties they might be having in their life.
As a Person-Centred Counsellor I offer you an understanding and
non-judgemental space to explore your personal issues. I believe that you
are at the centre of this process and hold the power to determine the
direction and longevity of our work together.
I work in Central Lancaster and offer a flexible working package. I am a
member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)
and am a qualified diploma graduate from the University of Cumbria.
Prices
vary depending on ability to pay.
Please contact me for further information.
Tel: 07896122496
Email: Richard@kelvinwyatt.plus.com
HEALTH / WELLNESS-RELATED SUPPORT GROUPS (Other support groups are listed on our Community
Groups Page)
Alzheimer's Disease Society
(Lancaster + Morecambe)
Supports carers of people suffering from dementia, with regular meetings,
relief care, St Martin's Church Day Care Centre and information and
advice.
90-92 Thornton Rd, Morecambe. LA4 5PJ
Tel: 01524 831929
Arriba Wellness Club
Community Weight Loss Challenge Groups
Contact Jane Tel: 07977109877
12 week weight loss course groups regularly organised in Lancaster & Morecambe for £39, with prizes.
These are non-profit making - the fees pay for admin and venue costs and the balance goes on 3 'biggest losers' prizes.
Breathe
Easy Self help group + charity for people with chronic lung conditions
and their carers + families. The group meets meet on the third Wednesday of the month, 2pm, at VVV Health & Leisure Club, The Shore Coastal Road,
Hest Bank.
New members welcome. Tel: 01524 852853
A
Breath for Life Charity. Support and assistance group for families with severely
sick children. Naturopathic clinic offering hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
tel: 01524 855422
CancerCare
A local charity offering psychological, social, spiritual, and emotional
support, individually or in groups, together with advice, information,
practical help, and an extensive range of complementary therapies to
cancer patients, their carers and their families in North Lancashire
and South Lakeland from our main centres at Slynedales, Lancaster and
The Lakes Centre, Kendal. Additional support is offered in the three
main local hospitals (Lancaster, Kendal and Barrow-in-Furness), in St
John’s Hospice, Lancaster and at weekly Drop-in centres in
Lancaster, Morecambe, Carnforth, Kendal, Windermere and Ambleside.
Tel: 01524 381820 email: admin@cancare.org.uk
or visit us at www.cancare.org.uk CancerCare Cafe 10am – 12 noon, last Friday
of every month at Slynedales, Lancaster. Free parking. Tel:01524 381820
Caring Whispers Support for people with eating disorders / carers. Has a weekly
group and also offers one-to-one support.
Harvesters Centre, Morecambe.
Tel: 01524 400976. Email care@caringwhispers.org
Diabetes UK: Lancaster & District Diabetes Support Group
J. Stoessl, 1 Halton Rd, Lancaster LA1 2EA.
Tel: 01524 841737
Down's Syndrome Family and Carers' Group
Appletree Children's Centre, Milking Stile Lane (off Willow Lane) Lancaster LA1 5QB. Tel: 01524 64132
A group starting for families and carers of people with Down's Syndrome. Meetings are at the centre and are on the first Saturday in the month from 10am - 12 noon (Except April 2010 meeting on the 10th).
For further information please contact Appletree Children's Centre on 01524 64132
Heart
Concern
A Lancaster based Support Group whose interests and activities are concerned
with people in Lancaster, Morecambe and District, who have coronary
heart disease or other heart conditions.
Meets 1st Tues of the month (except Aug) 7.30pm St Thomas Centre, Marton St, Lancaster.
Meet others with heart problems. Family & friends welcome. Info
tel: 01524 67859.
Email:
heartconcern@tiscali.co.uk
Lancaster Home Birth Information & Support Group
Tel: 01524 843828 / 771014 / 383504
Lancaster, Morecambe + Dist. Homebound + Disabled Fellowship
Weekly meetings, speakers, entertainment and trips out.
tel: 01524 67581 Transport can be arranged.
Lonsdale District
Carers Association Support organisation for those caring for a sick or disabled
person. They organise coffee mornings, outings and special events such
as 'pampering days' where nice goodies such as aromatherapy etc are
laid on and activity days with special tutors / organisers - all relevant,
light-hearted. There are special meetings for rural carers. You can
also get different therapies (ie massage) for only £5.
Morecambe Carers' Centre, 4/8 Regent Rd, Morecambe LA3 1QG.
For further details tel: 01524 833456.
24-hour Carer's Helpline: Freephone 0800 1696 529
Email:
lonsdale@dcarers.freeserve.co.uk
Pilates
in Lancaster
The Body Conditioning Studio, Friends Meeting House, Meeting House Lane,
Lancaster.
Tel: 01524 69555.
"Pilates is a safe and restorative form of exercise, enabling greater
fitness but also used extensively for injury prevention and remedial
treatment (injured spines, bad backs etc). The studio is the only fully
equipped studio in Lancaster and the staff are trained to the highest
levels, offering a unique facility and service."
Salt
Ayre Sports Centre (Lancaster City Council)
Doris Henderson Way, Lancaster LA1 5JS
tel. 01524 847540 swimming pools, games courts, sauna, steam, gyms, exercise classes,
massage, cafe.
Women attending fitness classes should be aware that they will have to use the swimming pool changing area cubicles and open showers, (for which they will need to buy a swim ticket), or go home dirty, as the women's sports hall changing area is open plan and frequented by male cleaners - ie unusable. There are notices warning you of this. Apparently this is 'Equal Opportunities' as understood by Lancaster City Council - women and girls have to pay for a facility they can't use - unless they go in as a group and delegate members to physically bar the door shut whilst the others take a shower. What a golden age we live in!
This facility is not on any public transport route. The nearest bus stop is at Asda supermarket (route 6A). The Lancaster - Morecambe Millenium cyclepath runs alongside.
Total
Fatness Caton Rd, Lancaster, LA1 3RA. tel. 01524 591956 Members club: swimming pools, games courts, sauna, steam, gyms, exercise
classes, massage, cafe, creche.
'Fighting Fit'
A brand new and explosive personalised workout combining elements of Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai to develop fitness, balance, endurance, confidence and self defence. Prepare to be given that extra push towards the results you want - whatever they may be. Ideal to kickstart a healthier lifestyle, to add intensity to your current routine, to supplement another martial arts style, or to prepare for an amateur contest.
Sessions are on a one to one basis at Inspire Health & Fitness in Lancaster. Classes with limited places are also available.
Contact:
Joel Shamir on 07763694875 or email Joelshamir@hotmail.co.uk for personal instruction or
contact Inspire Health & Fitness (see listing above) for class details on 01524 542788
Simone: Personal Trainer - Minipt.
I am a fully registered Personal Trainer working in the Lancaster area. If you would like to begin a program of exercise, or improve your current level of fitness, I can support and advise you to help you reach your goals.
Tel: 07720838881 to arrange a free consultation.
St John Ambulance Lancaster City Unit
Meets every Tuesday in St Peters Cathedral Community Centre between 7:30 and 9:30 pm. The members carry out first aid cover at community and sporting events. If you are interested in joining us, come along to one of our meetings and see if St John Ambulance is for you.
Bay
Skin Care
A special web site on skin and skin care, set up by Dr. Phillip Harrison
of from the Dermatology Department of Lancaster Royal Infirmary
Easy Tiger
Useful information about alcohol and drinking habits. The Easy Tiger campaign promotes the idea of alternating soft drinks or water with alcoholic drinks and helped produce a large reduction in alcohol related assaults and criminal damage over the 2006/7 festive period compared to the previous year.
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