Where to find local healthcare advice and support if you're homeless.

The NHS runs a Homeless Health Service Go to http://homelesshealthservice.co.uk/ (opens new window) from The Compass Centre on Jamaica Street, Bristol, Avon, BS2 8JP.

Phone: 0117 989 2450.

You can drop in to see a doctor:

  • Monday, 10am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 10am to 12.30pm
  • Wednesday: no doctor available, but a nurse on site
  • Thursday, 10am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 4pm
  • Friday, 10am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 4pm

You can drop in to see a nurse, Monday to Friday:

  • in the morning, 10am and 12.30pm
  • in the afternoon, 2pm to 4pm

Their services include:

  • general health advice and treatment
  • mental health support and advice
  • sexual health and contraception advice
  • drugs and alcohol support, including advice on self-injecting and referral to specialist services wound care, dressings and scans
  • testing and counselling for viruses such as HIV or hepatitis B and C
  • free flu and hepatitis B vaccination
  • opticians service
  • foot care clinic
  • referrals and contact with other health and homeless services

They also run clinics at: 

The Caring in Bristol Handbook can help you find information and practical advice if you're experiencing homelessness or hardship.