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Recovering from illness

There are support services available to help you regain your confidence and fitness after being ill.

Help leaving hospital

While you are in hospital social workers can advise on services which can support you when you leave hospital.

Rehabilitation

If you are recovering from an accident or illness extra help may be available to help you maintain or improve your independence.

Upbeat exercise referral scheme

Upbeat is a 10 week course in exercise and weight loss for people who have heart disease or conditions that put one 'at risk' of developing it; including diabetes and being overweight with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30.