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Support and Information Services

Support and Information Centres

Support and Information Centres are non-clinical spaces within hospitals. Staff in these Centres can provide information and support on a wide range of health and lifestyle issues, including:

  • Information on health conditions
  • Caring for relatives and friends
  • Benefits and money advice
  • Information on lifestyle factors such as stopping smoking, exercise and weight management
  • Information on issues such as health rights and NHS complaints
  • Details of other local services that may be able to assist you.
  • Complaints and concerns about the NHS
  • Support groups and services

Who can use the centres?

The centres are open to everyone, including patients, carers, family members, staff and members of the public.

The centres are drop-in, appointments are not necessary.

Where are the centres located?

Family Support and Information Service – located within the NHSGGC Royal Hospital for Children

Support and Information Service – located within most NHSGGC adult acute hospitals

Beatson Information and Support Service – located within the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Care Centre