Physical health support

Alzheimer’s Society

Provides support and advice for people affected by dementia, advocating for better care and funding research into the condition. Helpline: 0333 150 3456. Opening hours: Mon to Weds: 9am – 8pm, Thurs and Fri: 9am – 5pm, Sat and Sun: 10am – 4pm.

Asthma and Lung UK

Offers advice, research, and support for those living with asthma and lung conditions, helping them manage their condition and improve their quality of life. Helpline: 0300 222 5800, email helpline@asthmaandlung.org.uk or contact the WhatsApp helpline for asthma at 07999 377 775.

Bowel Cancer UK

Supports individuals affected by bowel cancer, providing expert information and funding research to save lives. Contact: 020 7940 1760 Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, email at admin@bowelcanceruk.org.uk.

The bowel cancer screening programme

The bowel cancer screening programme is run by the NHS. Please contact your local screening service for more information: England: 0800 707 60 60, Northern Ireland: 0800 015 2514, Scotland: 0800 0121 833, Wales: 0800 294 3370.

Brain Tumour Charity

Dedicated to fighting brain tumours through research, support, and raising awareness to improve the lives of patients. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with a brain tumour or a family member or friend has, they are here to help: 0808 800 0004.

British Heart Foundation

Funds research and offers support for people affected by heart disease, including resources for managing and preventing cardiovascular conditions. Call: 0300 330 3322, textphone 1800 1030 0330 3322, email heretohelp@bhf.org.uk, or chat online  Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

British Liver Trust

Advocates for better liver health, providing information and support services to those affected by liver diseases. Helpline – talk to a nurse: 0800 652 7330 (9:00am to 3:00pm 
Monday to Friday).

British Skin Foundation

Funds research and offers support for individuals dealing with skin conditions, aiming to improve treatment and care. The British Skin Foundation is the only UK charity that raises money to fund research into all types of skin diseases, including skin cancer. Does not offer 1:1 medical advice.

Cancer Research UK

Funds groundbreaking research into cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, while providing information and support for cancer patients. Nurse helpline: 0808 800 4040 or ask a question via email. Cannot diagnose you or give a medical opinion.

Crohn’s & Colitis UK

Supports people affected by Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through information, advocacy, and research funding. Helpline: 0300 222 5700 or get help via email. The website also has live chat.

Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Offers support, information, and funding for research into cystic fibrosis, helping those affected live longer and healthier lives. Helpline: 0300 373 1000 or 020 3795 2184, Monday–Friday 10am–4pm, email helpline@cysticfibrosis.org.uk, message on WhatsApp on 07361 582053, chat with us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Diabetes UK

Diabetes UK is a leading charity focused on supporting people affected by diabetes through research, advocacy, and education. They offer resources to manage the condition, campaign for better care, and fund critical research. Helpline: 0345 123 2399 or live chat, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. Also, you can connect with the Diabetes UK online communities.

Epilepsy Society

Provides advice, support, and research funding to improve the lives of people affected by epilepsy. The UK’s only charity transforming the lives of people with epilepsy through world-leading research, advocacy and care. Helpline: 01494 601 400 Monday and Wednesday - 9am to 7.30pm; Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - 9am to 4pm; Saturday - 9am to 12.30pm. You can also email.

Kidney Care UK

Offers practical, financial, and emotional support for kidney patients and their families, advocating for better treatment and care. The UK's leading kidney patient support charity. Support line 0808 801 00 00.

Leukemia Care

Offers support and information to people affected by leukemia, providing a better understanding of the condition and treatments. Helpline: 08088 010 444 or chat via WhatsApp on 07500 068065.

Lupus UK

Supports people affected by lupus, offering advice, resources, and funding for research into the condition. Excellent resources for those wanting to find out more. Phone: 01708 731251.

Macmillan Cancer Support

Provides comprehensive services, including emotional, financial, and practical support for those affected by cancer. Helpline: 0808 808 0000 – 8am to 8pm – free from landlines and mobiles, in the UK. Email support or chat online 8am to 8pm.

Migraine Trust

Provides information, support, and advocacy to help those affected by migraines manage their condition and access effective treatment. Helpline: 0808 802 0066 (Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm) or get help via this online form.

Motor Neurone Disease Association

Offers support and advocacy for those affected by motor neurone disease, funding research and raising awareness. Helpline: 0808 802 6262 or email or visit the MND forum.

Multiple Sclerosis Society

Supports people living with MS through information, financial grants, and research funding to improve treatments and care. Helpline: 0808 800 8000 Monday to Friday 9am-7pm, email helpline@mssociety.org.ukor join the online forum for community support.

National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society

Provides information and support services for those affected by rheumatoid arthritis, their families, friends, carers and health professionals. Helpline: 0800 298 7650.

Parkinson’s UK

Provides support, information, and funding for research to help people with Parkinson’s disease live better with the condition. Helpline: 0808 800 0303 Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm and Saturday, 10am to 2pm. Text relay: 18001 0808 800 0303 or email: hello@parkinsons.org.uk.

Prostate Cancer UK

Provides information, support, and research funding to help men affected by prostate cancer manage their condition. Helpline: 0800 074 8383. Check your risk. There is also email support, online chat, WhatsApp support and you can also text NURSE to 70004 to request a call back from a specialist nurse. There is also a sexual support service to discuss how treatment affects your sexuality and relationships, and suggest treatments or coping strategies.

Sickle Cell Society

Offers support, information, and advocacy for people affected by sickle cell disease, helping improve care and raise awareness. Helpline: 0780 973 6089 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (10am-5pm).  Confidential email service: helpline@sicklecellsociety.org they aim to respond in five working days.

Spinal Injuries Association

Offers support, advocacy, and information to improve the quality of life for people with spinal injuries. Helpline: 0800 980 0501 Monday to Friday, 10.00am-4.30pm email: support@spinal.co.uk.

The Stroke Association

Helps stroke survivors and their families by providing rehabilitation support, information, and campaigning for better stroke care. Helpline: 0303 3033 100. Join the online community.

Versus Arthritis

Offers support and funding for research into arthritis, providing resources to help people manage their condition and advocate for better care. Helpline: 0800 5200 520 Monday to Friday 9am–6pm. You can also email on helpline@versusarthritis.org.