Having a child in hospital as an inpatient or an outpatient can be a worrying time.
Having the right information and support at the right time is important.
What we offer
The Family Support and Information Service offer a friendly, comfortable and safe space in the NHSGGC Royal Hospital for Children. Here there is time to ask questions & receive support on any matter that is important to you or your family.
How we can help
Our experienced team, working with a wide range of partners, provide support and information, as well as direct referrals and signposting to services that include:
- Young Person’s Family Fund and other financial support
- Caring for relatives and friends
- Money advice
- Complaints and concerns about the NHS
- Anxiety, stress and depression
- Stopping smoking
- Alcohol and drugs
- Physical activity
- Weight management
- Pet fostering
- Support groups and services
Hospital outpatient appointments
We are unable to directly rearrange or cancel a hospital appointment. To do so, please use the contact telephone number on your appointment letter, or contact the Switchboard of the hospital you will be attending and ask for the Appointments Helpline.
Who can use the service?
Inpatients and families of inpatients at the Royal Hospital for Children.
Who we are and where to find us
We are an NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) service based at the Royal Hospital for Children.
Royal Hospital for Children
Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 10.00am to 4.00pm; Friday, 10.00am to 3.30pm
Telephone: 0141 452 4012
Email: ggc.fsis@nhs.scot
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