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WISH Sexual Health Outreach Nurses work with people who are unable to access sexual health clinics.
We are a team of sexual health outreach nurses. The sexual health nurses can see anyone in Worcestershire who struggles to access mainstream sexual health or clinics.
We support vulnerable people to access sexual health care. We offer one-to-one support, information and guidance regarding relationships, contraception, sexually transmitted infections and safer sex.
We see people at: school, community hubs, homeless foyers, residential units and at people’s home.
For information on local sexual health clinics, including under 21 clinics, please visit our 'Clinics and Opening times' page.
SHOutreach
Service update: There is currently a 72-hour response time for our WhatsApp service due to staffing shortages. We apologise for any inconvenience.
SHOutreach is a WhatsApp messaging service for people aged 21 or under in Worcestershire.
If you are struggling to attend a sexual health clinic due to school, college or isolation, WhatsApp the team on: 07925893838 and we will arrange a call back within two working days (Monday - Friday) to discuss your concerns.
FAQs about the Outreach team
What services do you provide?
We provide contraception, screening and treatment for STIs, as well as advice and guidance around sexual health and relationships.
I’m under 16 – do I have to tell my parents/carers if I visit?
No. Everything you tell us remains confidential, unless you or someone else is at significant harm. In this case, we will let you know if we need to share information.
How do I arrange to see someone?
You can arrange to see one of us via your school health nurse, teacher, youth worker, social worker, family support worker, family nurse, CAMHS worker etc. All these people can make a referral on your behalf.
Alternatively, if you are under 21, you can contact the team directly via our WhatsApp messaging service: SHOutreach.
What will happen next?
We will contact you and arrange a time and place to meet. What happens during that visit very much depends on what you need. We will discuss your relationships, sexual health and contraception needs.
Can this be anonymous?
We encourage you to be as honest as possible. It is helpful if you do not remain anonymous.