Accessible Information Standard – what it means for you
Information about the Accessible Information Standard and how patients and carers can request information and communication support in a way that they can understand.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Please continue to wear your face mask while you are in our hospitals and community services.
For health information and advice, read our pages on coronavirus. Learn about the government response to coronavirus on GOV.UK
Resource library
Search our resources library for self help guides, patient information leaflets, mental health and wellbeing information that you may find useful.
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Freephone crisis telephone numbers
If you need urgent help, call 24 hours a day, 7 days week - for adults, children and young people and Deaf people.
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South of Tyne Initial Response Service
The Initial Response Service provides 24 hour access to mental health care, advice, support and treatment. By calling one telephone number 0303 123 1145, a member of the team will speak to you and discuss your current mental health needs.
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South Tyneside and Sunderland Universal Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Teams – Patient information leaflet
The Universal Crisis Team is a team of experienced mental health staff, which includes nurses, social workers, psychiatrists, non-medical prescribers and pharmacy staff. We offer assessment and home treatment for people experiencing a mental health crisis, as an alternative to hospital admission.
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Sunderland Psychiatric Liaison Service – personalised patient information
Information about the Psychiatric Liaison Service who provide assessment of mental health, and treatment of any mental health problems, to people attending Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland Eye Infirmary, Intermediate Care and Rehabilitation - Houghton le Spring.
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Veterans Mental Health Transition, Intervention and Liaison Service
Treatment and support services for veterans, as well as armed forces personnel approaching discharge.