Local Support

Women’s Health A to Z Somerset 

Women's health support services and groups currently available across NHS Somerset.

Including: Adeomyosis, Breast health, Cervical Screening, Contraception, Endometriosis, Gynaelogical Cancers, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Periods, HPV Vaccinations, Menopause, Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Prolapse, Polycystic Ovaries (PCOS), Pregnancy and Fertility, Sexual Health, Vaginal / Vulval Health, Violence against Women and Girls

Visit the NHS Somerset website

Menopause Group Discussions - Frome Medical Practice

Menopause Group Discussions for HRT take place each month and 6pm to 8pm at Frome Medical Practice. Upcoming dates can be found on our events page 

The sessions are aimed at people who are perimenopausal or menopausal and considering taking HRT for the first time.

Visit Frome Medical Practice Menopause Group Discussion page.

Habits for Health: Navigating Menopause – Frome  

Free 6-week course at Frome Medical Practice to support health and wellbeing during menopause. Topics include goal setting, better sleep, exercise, emotional wellbeing, healthier eating, and social connection. 

More details here including our online registration form. 

Frome Birth Talk

Free and low-cost counselling for pregnant and new parents. Drop-in groups for parents-to-be, new parents, and pre-school families. Monthly baby loss support group.

Visit Frome Birth Talk website

The Nelson Trust – Women’s Community Services 

Trauma-informed, gender-responsive support for women and families. Weekly timetable includes courses, workshops, and wellbeing activities.

Visit Nelson Trust website

Somerset NHS Menopause Service

Specialist advice to improve quality of life and long-term health for mid-life women.

Visit NHS Somerset website

Frome Women’s Groups and Services

Directory of local groups and wellbeing services to bring women together in Frome.

Visit the Frome Town Council website

National Support

Pelvic Health Information

Online hub with guidance on pelvic health concerns, including bladder/bowel issues, pelvic pain, prolapse, menopause, and exercise advice.

Visit the Pelvic, Obsteric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP) website

Squeezy App

NHS-recommended app to help manage pelvic floor health and incontinence.

Visit the Squeezy website

Wellbeing of Women

Information on periods, menopause, fertility, pregnancy, birth, incontinence, and gynaecological cancers.

Visit Wellbeing of Women website

Hope Programme 

Free online courses to build resilience and coping strategies, individually or in groups.

Visit Hope website

Menstrual Cycle Support 

Free online courses for adults and teens to understand and manage menstrual health.

Visit Menstrual Cycle Support website

Menopause Matters 

Independent site with accurate, up-to-date information on menopause symptoms and treatments.

Visit Menopause Matters website

Menopause Support

Private consultations and menopause training for individuals and organisations.

Visit Menopause Support Website

The Menopause Charity 

Support and resources for anyone experiencing menopause, plus guidance for families and employers.

Visit The Menopause Charity website

Daisy Network 

UK charity offering support and information for women with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI).

Visit Daisy Network website

RockMy (Menopause)

Charity promoting awareness and education to close gender health gaps around menopause.

Visit RockMy website