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