Looking after yourself
General health and fitness has become an increasing priority for people, medical science continues to point to the benefits of regular exercise and managing a healthy diet. The links on this page give you information about Southamptons facilities to help you stay fit and healthy.
The links on the right hand side of this page will put you in contact with medical, health, fitness and beauty related organisations in the city.
Activities for children and young people
These pages contain information on activities for children and young people aged 0-19.
Before and after school childcare
We give advice and support to Southampton families with children aged 0 to 19. We can help them find quality childcare in their area.
Children's play opportunities
We work with other children's organisations in the city to develop play opportunities.
Children and health
These pages provide info about health related services for children and young people. We offer a range of services to children and young people with health problems.
Guide to services
The health and community care guide to services has been produced to help you find the services you need to live independently.
City health services
There are a number of NHS services available throughout the city of Southampton.
Direct payments
Direct payments give you the finance to employ the people, or buy the services you choose, as assessed by Southampton City Council.
Hospice care for adults
This page contains information about what hospice care is, how to apply for it and how to get more information.
Older persons
Information for older people.
People with disabilities
Information for people with disabilities.
People with learning disabilities
Information for adults with learning disabillties.
Safe drinking limits
This information offers advice on how much alcohol is safe to drink.
Having a baby and registering a birth
Becoming a parent brings not only great joy but huge changes for you and your family. There are lots of things to think and worry about and some vital but important things can be forgotten in all the excitement. These pages are here to help.
Sports and Recreation
Offering a diverse range of activities that meet the needs of all ages. If you want to get active or try a new activity? then click here to access information on our leisure venues.
Alternative therapies
The terms "alternative" or "complementary" are used to refer to non-traditional methods of diagnosing, preventing, or treating illness and have become more popular in recent years. This page will give you a brief guide to the most popular complimentary therapies.
Last updated: 5 February 2008
