Why Health Point?

Health Point came about in response to our concern that our clients were unable to get essential healthcare and advice due to language barriers, lack of IT access and not understanding the NHS.

Health Point is a free drop-in medical advice service that has been running since 2022 with a vision for equity of care for displaced people.

The service runs every Tuesday between 09:30 and 13:00 with volunteer GPs and mental health professionals on site.

We offer

  • Advice and advocacy to access physical, mental and dental health services
  • Women's health advice
  • Referrals and letter writing
  • A chance to speak to a mental health worker

    • The project was founded by Rosie Isaacs, a local GP and advocate.

    "It has been a fantastic privilege to work alongside DCRS to support people in navigating the U.K healthcare system which can be complicated, particularly if English is not your first language. Our vision is to fully embed this vital service in our community so that refugees and asylum seekers can access the healthcare services that they need in a timely fashion and with ease. Alongside medical signposting we are developing dental support as well as access to alternative therapies."