Health & Wellbeing
How you feel in your body and mind shapes your day to day life.
This space is here to help you understand your health, support your wellbeing, and feel more confident navigating things that are often confusing or hard to talk about- especially when you may have thought you were expected to cope alone.
There’s no right or wrong way to feel. Take what you need, when you need it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
The information in this section is general guidance and lived-experience informed support. It does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional.
If you are concerned about your health or wellbeing, please contact your GP or appropriate support services as signposted throughout the articles.
Latest Guides
Your Rights: Health Entitlements for Care Leavers
Care leavers have additional health support. This guide explains what you are entitled to.
How to Build Healthy Habits
Habits do not form overnight. This guide supports small changes that last.
How to Look After Yourself During Stress
Stress affects your whole body. This article offers grounding support during tough times.
Understanding Sexual Health
Sexual health information should feel safe and clear. This guide explains the basics respectfully.
How to Talk to Your GP
GP appointments can feel rushed. This article helps you prepare and speak up.
Looking After Your Physical Health
Physical health is about small, consistent care. This guide focuses on realistic steps.
Support on What to Do in a Crisis
In crisis moments, clarity matters. This article explains where to turn for urgent support.
Affordable Ways to Stay Active
Staying active does not have to cost money. This article shares accessible ways to move.
Managing Anxiety
Anxiety looks different for everyone. This guide offers practical tools without judgement.
You do not need to feel okay to be here - we're just glad you are.
Whether you are managing your health, feeling overwhelmed, or just trying to get through the day, this space is here to support you gently and without pressure.
Wellbeing with Ash:
Ash Edelman is a wellbeing practitioner specialising in breathwork, meditation and nervous system awareness. Explore a collection of guided wellbeing resources designed to help you slow down, regulate your nervous system and reconnect with yourself.
Please note: Ash's content is authentic and unfiltered, and some videos contain occasional strong language. These resources are intended to support general wellbeing and are not a replacement for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Signposted Organisations
Sometimes you might want support that goes beyond Adelphi - and that’s okay. The organisations shared here are included to help you find additional or specialist support if you need it.
The organisations shown below are a small selection included within the Support Directory. The full directory includes these and additional services, organised by topic and need, so you can explore what feels most relevant to your own situation.
Adelphi is not affiliated with, nor does it deliver or manage, these services. Each organisation remains responsible for its own support, information, and delivery.
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Information on accessing physical and mental health services.
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Mental health information, guidance, and support services.
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24/7 text-based mental health support.
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Free, confidential advice on money, benefits, housing, work, and legal issues.
EXPLORE MORE WITH ADELPHI: This is just one part of the wider Adelphi ecosystem. Discover our other initiatives and support, designed to empower and reduce barriers for care-experienced people across the UK.