Physiotherapy Services - Self-Referral
- Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through exercise, education and advice.
- You will be listened to, encouraged to ask questions and to contribute to planning your care. This is essential to help us understand your expectations and to enable you to achieve the best outcome.
- Physiotherapy is a science-based profession and treatments will be based upon up-to-date research.
Self Referral Audiology Service
Patients over the age of 16 can now make an appointment with an advanced audiology practitioner who can assess, treat or refer patients to the appropriate department during the initial visit, removing the need to see the GP.
The Advanced Audiology Practitioner will see patients who suffer from hearing difficulties, bothersome tinnitus and a common balance disorder called BPPV – Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. For maintenance of hearings aids, please contact your local audiology department.
Click here to access the Self-Referral Form
Powys Women’s Health Service Self Referral Form
Do you need to see the Women’s Health / Endometriosis Clinical Nurse Specialist?
Powys Teaching Health Board operate an Endometriosis Assessment and Treatment Service. The service provides assessment, treatment and if required onward referral to Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Continence, Pain Management & Gynaecology within and outside Powys. You can read more and complete the self referral form below.
Daily Living Self-Assessment Website
This website provides information and advice for Powys residents who are looking for equipment to stay safe and independent at home.
Rekindle - Getting young people talking about mental health
Rekindle is a mental health charity (established 1997) based in Newtown, Mid Wales providing services in Mid Wales and the borders.
We support over 100 clients at any one time and offer essential rapid response. Rekindle is a unique hub offering professional help, guidance and mutual support. To know you are not alone is the start of recovery.
We offer a recovery service using the recovery model which is focused on the individual, their needs and improving their life-chances; giving the tools for better mental health and then empowering each person to broaden their horizons and achieve their goals.
To make a referral, please click here
Help Me Quit | Stop Smoking Services In Wales
Help Me Quit is the single point of contact for smokers who want to stop smoking in Wales.
All Help Me Quit services in Wales will provide you with structured support on preparing to quit, quitting, staying stopped and your smoke-free future. Sessions are always delivered by trained stop smoking experts. There are a number of services in Wales. All services are free and will give you the best chance of quitting smoking for good. When you choose a Help Me Quit service, your stop smoking expert will discuss the different types of stop smoking medications which are available to help you quit
Cancer Support from The Bracken Trust
Located in beautiful, secluded premises in Llandrindod Wells, Powys, we offer help by providing information, advice, support, counselling and complementary therapies. By creating an exceptional centre for cancer care, The Bracken Trust empowers people to live with, through and beyond cancer.
Dementia Connect
If you need dementia support, we’re here for you. We know dementia affects everyone differently. So whether you, a loved one, a friend or neighbour is affected by dementia, we’re here to support you.
Podiatry Online Referral Form
The podiatry service does not provide nail cutting for normal, thickened or fungal nails (social nail care).
If you require a nail cutting service, please contact Simply Nails on 01686 623 707 or visit www.ageuk.org.uk/cymru/powys/our-services/footcare or a private practitioner.
Please note, some appointments may be digital and not face to face.
Click here
Ear Wax Removal Self-Referral Form
Telephone: 0845 840 1234 or 01686 613 200
If ear wax is not causing you any problems, it is best left alone and you do not need to continue with this referral form. The ear is self-cleaning and often the wax will come out without you needing to do anything.
Sometimes ear wax can build up enough to cause hearing loss and other problems.
Level 2 Weight Management Service Self-Referral to Powys Teaching Health Board
The Level 2 Weight Management Service is a multi-component service provided by the Dietetic Team
If you are motivated to lose weight and make diet and lifestyle changes, please complete the following form with as much detail as possible, and we will be in touch soon. (If you require advice from the Dietetics service, but not as part of the Level 2 Weight Management Service, please ask your GP or other Healthcare Professional to refer you.)
Integrated Autism Service
The services provide adult autism diagnostic assessment (sometimes jointly with other services), support and advice for autistic adults, parents/ carers, and professionals.
Falls Assessment referral form
Please complete the following form to request assessment of any individual over 65 years of age who has suffered a fall or is fearful of falling, and has consented to this referral.
Referrals will be reviewed by a Multidisciplinary Team of Healthcare Professionals and the person who has been referred will be contacted to arrange an assessment within 2 weeks.
*Please note this referral is not appropriate for an individual requiring urgent or immediate intervention – please contact your GP or call 999*
For further information on how the health board processes your personal information, please click here Privacy Notice – Powys Teaching Health Board (nhs.wales)
Counselling Referral Form – Powys
Counselling for children and young adults aged 10-25
SilverCloud - Free Online Mental Health Therapy
People across Wales can now access free online therapy without needing to go through their GP.
People aged 16 and over experiencing mild to moderate anxiety, depression or stress can sign-up for a 12-week course of SilverCloud online therapy via their smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.
The roll-out of direct access to online therapy for Wales’ entire 16+ population recognises that people need immediate help in managing their mental health and wellbeing as the impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt, and reduces barriers to accessing this support.
Vasectomy Self Referral
Permanent contraception for men who are sure they will never want children or do not want any more children.
Call 03457 30 40 30 for an appointment, or click here for more details
In-Work support – Free mental and physical health support
We are the In-work Support Service, Powys and we are here to support anyone who is employed or self-employed (including people who are off work on sick leave) to make improvements to their mental or physical health. The support we give is holistic and not necessarily work focused, we are led by your needs.
We are offering support to both individuals and businesses. Click here for more details
All Wales Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Helpline
Free, confidential helpline that offers support and information for anyone experiencing domestic abuse
Drug and Alcohol Support
All DAN 24/7 services are available to people who live in Wales. Our helpline is open 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. You can talk confidentially to fully trained operators by calling us on: 0808 808 2234
Wales National Exercise Referral Scheme
There are a wide range of activities both gym based and class based to choose from for patients that have been through rehabilitation programmes. You will be able to access a wide range of opportunities and these will be available between 4 and 48 weeks of the programme (depending on medical condition).