COVID-19 information
We are offering home appointments where possible, and appointments at our bases. We are also offering telephone support and are running some virtual groups.
If you require advice and support please contact our Health Visiting under-fives Parent Service text line on 07480 635514
Introduction
Family life and bringing up children is rewarding, but can also be challenging. It has been widely recognised that your child’s early years are really important and will influence their development and future achievements.
The aim of the health visiting team is to work with you to identify areas that may impact upon the overall health and well-being of your family. Together we will develop a plan to support you and your children so that they have the best possible start in life.
How we can help
Health visitors can help and support you to make healthy choices for yourself and your family.
We can help with:
- Infant feeding and family diet
- Child development
- Immunisations
- Healthy weight and physical activity
- Emotional health and wellbeing
We can signpost for guidance on:
- Safeguarding children
- Access to education and employment
- Smoking, drug and alcohol misuse
- Access to housing
- Sexual and contraceptive advice
See our ‘Health Visiting Information Pack‘ for more details
Contact the team
West Somerset and Taunton
Taunton 0300 323 0115
Minehead and Williton 0300 790 6837
Wellington 01823 660667
WestandTauntonHV@somerset.gov.uk
Sedgemoor
Bridgwater 0300 323 0116
Highbridge 0300 790 6836
Axbridge 01934 732425
DutyBridgwaterHealthVisitor@somerset.gov.uk
Mendip
Glastonbury and Street 0300 323 0118
Shepton Mallet 0300 323 0118
Frome 0300 323 0118
Wells 01749 836683
Coleford 01373 814882
South Somerset
Yeovil 0300 323 0119
Crewkerne 01460 77600
Chard 0300 790 6839
Ilminster 01460 57319
South Petherton 0300 790 6838
Wincanton 01963 32498
Langport 0300 790 6838