Who we are
We are a team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistant Practitioners and Therapy Support Workers who support adults (18 and over) stay safe, well, and independent at home. We provide therapy where it’s needed most — whether in your home, care setting, or clinic.
What we do
We work with you to help with things like moving around, doing everyday tasks, and feeling more confident in your home and in the community.
We listen to what matters to you and help you set goals that fit your life. Whether you’re getting better after being ill or learning new ways to manage a health problem, we’ll support you to reach your goals, to help you stay independent, avoid hospital admissions and live life your way.
Areas we cover
We provide services across Plymouth for people registered with a Plymouth GP.
Our teams are split into neighbourhoods:
North – PL5, PL6
South – PL3, PL4
East – PL7, PL9
West – PL1, PL2
Service opening hours
The service is open Monday to Friday and operates between the core hours of 08:30-16:30.
The service is closed over the weekend and bank holidays.
Phone lines are manned Monday to Friday 09:00-16:30 but messages can be left on the answerphone outside of these hours.
The contact details for each team are as follows:
North CTT: 01752435441
South CTT: 01752 434171
East CTT: 01752 435346
West CTT: 01752 434195
Please note: The contact information at the bottom of this page is for general enquiries to Livewell Southwest.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists (OTs) help adults live safely and independently at home. They look at how health problems affect everyday life and find ways to make things easier.
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Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists help adults move better, feel stronger, and stay safe at home. They work with people who may have had an illness, injury, or long-term condition that affects how they move or do everyday things.
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Before asking for help from our therapy team, we encourage you to try some things on your own first, if you can. This can help you feel more confident and stay as independent as possible.
There are some helpful links below that you can use for support.
Questions for service users
Have you noticed changes to your strength or balance that affect your mobility around the home, or experienced any falls that have affected your confidence?
You can get help from (click on the links below) …
Elder Tree health and social engagement activities
Elder Tree Befriending Service
Are you struggling with personal care tasks independently, i.e. washing and dressing?
Are you unable to prepare your own meals and drinks?
You can get help from (click on the links below) …
Independent Living Centre – Equipment Stores in Plymouth and West Devon
Do you feel isolated and want to connect with others socially?
You can get help from (click on the links below) …
Elder Tree – Befriending Service
Wolseley Trust – Connect to the Community
Do you struggle to access the community and/or walk outdoors?
You can get help from (click on the links below) …
Independent Living Centre – Equipment Stores in Plymouth and West Devon
Independent Living Centre – Mobility Scooters
Oot and Aboot – Local Support Services
Access Plymouth – Local Charity Providing Community Transport
Referral forms
Further Information
