Patient support

a heart nurse talking to a patient

A diagnosis of heart failure can be scary for everyone involved. We're here to give you the help, support and information you need surrounding this new diagnosis.

How we can help

Our DVDs and booklets will give you vital information abut living with heart failure and how to look after your heart health.

  • Everyday guide to living with heart failure: Practical guide to help you deal with the everyday challenges of life with heart failure.
  • Living with heart failure booklet: Short booklet explaining the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure.
  • One step at a time - living with heart failure: A DVD featuring six people telling you how they felt when they were told they had heart failure. Our health professionals also answer some of the common questions that you may have.
  • Caring for someone with a heart condition: Short booklet with practical hints on looking after yourself and someone with a long term condition.

You may find joining a Heart Support Group will help you meet others who you can talk to and share your experiences. And you can visit Heart Matters magazine, to read stories from other people living with a heart condition and hear what our experts have to say.

Heart helpline

You can also call our Heart Helpline.

If you can't find what you're looking for, please try our take a look through our other publications or email [email protected].

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