Renal & Transplant Psychology by https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al Resources by Location en-us 2026-03-24 12:14:44 UTC 2026-07-24 11:30:09 UTC hello@padlet.com Kidney Care UK Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837660031 A national kidney-patient charity offering practical, emotional and financial support to people living with kidney disease (CKD, dialysis, transplant) and their families, plus information and campaigns for better kidney health.

]]> 2026-03-24 12:35:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837660031 UK Kidney Association Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837662275 A professional body for UK kidney care and research. While primarily aimed at professionals, their site offers patient-relevant resources and links to other support organisations.

]]> 2026-03-24 12:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837662275 Kidney Research UK Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837671972 The UK’s main kidney-research charity. Useful for patients interested in latest research developments, awareness and advocacy — and sometimes patient-oriented resources.

]]> 2026-03-24 12:44:34 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837671972 National Kidney Federation Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837675655 The National Kidney Federation (NKF) is the UK's largest kidney patient charity, uniquely run by kidney patients for patients and their carers, providing vital support, advocacy, and information through a free helpline, peer support, and campaigning to improve renal care, treatment, and health equality across the country.

]]> 2026-03-24 12:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837675655 PKD Charity Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837702133 Polycystic Kidney Disease Charity is a specialist UK charity focused on inherited kidney disease (polycystic kidney disease); offers information, support and resources for patients and families dealing with that condition.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837702133 Kidney Information Network Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837704060 A peer-support network across the UK (patients, carers, clinicians) offering information, local support (incl. via Facebook groups), advice on managing chronic kidney disease, dialysis, transplant and carer support.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:09:34 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837704060 Renal Patient Support Group Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837707917 A global, evidence-based online community (primarily on Facebook) for individuals, families, and carers affected by kidney disease (CKD), offering peer support, sharing experiences, and bridging gaps between patients and healthcare/research through awareness campaigns, educational resources (videos, podcasts), data collection, and involvement in research projects.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837707917 Kidney Beam Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837709792 An NHS-supported app designed by renal professionals for patients with any stage of kidney disease. Offers step-by-step online programmes, exercise sessions, education, and wellbeing support tailored for people with kidney conditions.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:13:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837709792 Oxfordshire Talking Therapy Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837716141 Oxfordshire Talking Therapies is a free NHS service for adults registered with an Oxfordshire GP, offering support for anxiety, depression and other common mental-health difficulties. They provide assessments, guided self-help and talking therapies (including support tailored for people with long-term physical conditions) via phone, online or in person.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:18:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837716141 Oxford Kidney Unit Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837720019 The main regional renal service for Oxfordshire (and surrounding counties such as Banbury, High Wycombe, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury, Swindon, Buckingham). Offers kidney-disease diagnosis and management; dialysis (haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home HD), transplant services, and pre-/post-transplant care.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:21:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837720019 Men's Sheds Association Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837722869 A Men's Shed is a non-commercial, community-led organisation where individuals (known as "Shedders") can come together to work on practical projects, share skills, and build friendships. Unlike solitary garden sheds, these spaces are fundamentally about social connection and mutual support. They can be located in various premises, such as community centres, industrial units, or church halls.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:23:23 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837722869 Six Counties Kidney Patients' Association Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837738868 A patient-run charity covering Oxford and surrounding areas. Provides peer support, social meetings, fundraising, occasional financial assistance, and links to national patient networks. Regular social / support meetings (e.g. at a pub in Old Marston), chance to meet others on dialysis or post-transplant, share experiences, get peer support and stay connected locally.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:35:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837738868 Oxfordshire Talking Therapy Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837747591 Oxfordshire Talking Therapies is a free NHS service for adults registered with an Oxfordshire GP, offering support for anxiety, depression and other common mental-health difficulties. They provide assessments, guided self-help and talking therapies (including support tailored for people with long-term physical conditions) via phone, online or in person.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:41:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837747591 Banbury Wellbeing Hub Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837752531 Offers weekly peer support groups, short courses and creative activities focused on mental wellbeing and social connection.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:45:05 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837752531 Banbury Keystone Hub Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837759355 Banbury Keystone Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub offer drop-in support from a peer support worker and opportunities to connect with others; referrals are possible through a GP or by contacting the hub.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:49:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837759355 Banbury Community Action Group Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837765398 Community-run group meeting monthly (online/in-person) with projects on gardening, food growing and local volunteering - great for social participation.

]]> 2026-03-24 13:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837765398 Buckinghamshire Talking Therapy Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837794583 Talking Therapies are psychological treatments for mental and emotional problems like stress, anxiety and depression. There are different types of talking therapy. This may be one-to-one, in a group, online, over the phone, with your family, or with your partner. The therapist helps you understand and cope with the problems you're having.

]]> 2026-03-24 14:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837794583 Milton Keynes Talking Therapy Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837800324 Talking Therapies are psychological treatments for mental and emotional problems like stress, anxiety and depression. There are different types of talking therapy. This may be one-to-one, in a group, online, over the phone, with your family, or with your partner. The therapist helps you understand and cope with the problems you're having.

]]> 2026-03-24 14:17:11 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837800324 Buckinghamshire Talking Therapy Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837802061 Talking Therapies are psychological treatments for mental and emotional problems like stress, anxiety and depression. There are different types of talking therapy. This may be one-to-one, in a group, online, over the phone, with your family, or with your partner. The therapist helps you understand and cope with the problems you're having.

]]> 2026-03-24 14:18:14 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837802061 Swindon & Wiltshire Talking Therapy Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837804585 Talking Therapies are psychological treatments for mental and emotional problems like stress, anxiety and depression. There are different types of talking therapy. This may be one-to-one, in a group, online, over the phone, with your family, or with your partner. The therapist helps you understand and cope with the problems you're having.

]]> 2026-03-24 14:19:53 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837804585 Health Condition Programme Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837944183 For those needing help to get active, who are overweight or have a controlled medical condition which will benefit from exercise. Activities include gym-based exercise, swimming or gentle exercise classes.

]]> 2026-03-24 15:57:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837944183 Oxfordshire Mind - Physical Activity Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837952347 2026-03-24 16:04:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837952347 Active Oxfordshire - Move Together Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837958838 Move Together is here to provide support to inactive adults who face barriers to being active. This includes individuals living with long-term physical or mental health conditions, disabilities, and those who are pregnant or post-natal.

]]> 2026-03-24 16:09:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837958838 Wycombe Minds Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837965385 2026-03-24 16:14:55 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837965385 Physical Activity Links Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837966740 2026-03-24 16:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837966740 Active Oxfordshire - Move Together Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837969349 Move Together is here to provide support to inactive adults who face barriers to being active. This includes individuals living with long-term physical or mental health conditions, disabilities, and those who are pregnant or post-natal.

]]> 2026-03-24 16:18:25 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837969349 Buckinghamshire Minds Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837975059 2026-03-24 16:23:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837975059 Move Together Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837978285 Move Together Buckinghamshire is a free programme designed to help residents aged 50+ in Aylesbury living with a long-term health condition to be more active.

]]> 2026-03-24 16:26:22 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837978285 Healthwise Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837982095 A structured 12-week exercise referral programme designed for residents with long-term health conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) to increase physical activity safely.

]]> 2026-03-24 16:29:23 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837982095 Local Sports and Physical Activities Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837997026 2026-03-24 16:41:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3837997026 Swindon Fitness and Friendship Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3838001017 A Social Club with an emphasis keeping active and making new friends.

]]> 2026-03-24 16:44:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3838001017 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841130013 2026-03-26 11:12:39 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841130013 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841131085 This book uses an approach called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. It offers support and skills to help people to adjust when life suddenly changes in a direction that was not expected, for example after a diagnosis.

]]> 2026-03-26 11:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841131085 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841131877 2026-03-26 11:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841131877 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841433572 2026-03-26 14:50:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841433572 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841443689 2026-03-26 14:57:58 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841443689 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841444756 2026-03-26 14:58:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3841444756 Samaritans Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919924508 To talk about anything that is upsetting you, you can contact Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 (free from any phone).

]]> 2026-05-19 10:14:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919924508 SANEline Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919926797 SANEline is a national out-of-hours mental health helpline offering specialist emotional support, guidance and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including family, friends and carers. You can call them on 03003047000 (usually between the hours of 4pm–10pm every day).

]]> 2026-05-19 10:17:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919926797 National Suicide Prevention Hotline UK Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919929256  Offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. You can call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 689 5652 (6pm to midnight every day).

]]> 2026-05-19 10:20:21 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919929256 Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919930939 You can call CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) if you are struggling and need to talk. Or if you prefer not to speak on the phone, you could try the CALM webchat service.

]]> 2026-05-19 10:22:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919930939 SHOUT Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919935071 If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential, 24 hours a day text service.

]]> 2026-05-19 10:26:59 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3919935071 https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3945208997 If you are worried about keeping yourself safe, in an emergency:

  • Go to any Accident & Emergency (A&E) department.  

  • Call 999 and ask for an ambulance to take you to A&E.   

  • Ask someone else to call 999 for you or take you to A&E.  

If you feel you need urgent support:  

  • Contact NHS 111 (England)  

  • Contact your GP to make an urgent appointment  

]]> 2026-06-08 13:33:42 UTC https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3945208997 Louise_Hankinson https://padlet.com/Louise_Hankinson/rh9x10aij2k8t0al/wish/3990415413 This book takes you through a programme of learning how to use mindfulness practice to manage chronic health conditions. Whilst the focus is on chronic pain, the practices will help with health in general.

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