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Here are some easy read resources to explain who we are and what we do.News -
New campaign calls on the public to their experiences of NHS services to help make care better for all.Blog -
We all love the NHS, but it can’t improve without our help. That’s why we’re asking people to share their experience of services, so care can be made better for everyone.News -
Here's what people have already told us about their experiences of hospital care, mental health support and social care. #SpeakUp2020 and tell us about the changes that you would like to see.Report -
Hospitals need to do more to show patients how the NHS is learning from mistakes. Read our latest report to find out more.Blog -
Sir Robert Francis QC explains how hospitals can cultivate public trust in complaints. Read more.Report -
Last year, Healthwatch supported over 336,000 people to share their story about health and social care. These views resulted in over 7,200 recommendations to services about the improvements that people would like to see.Blog -
Over 336,000 people shared their views with Healthwatch about their experience of health and social care, including the changes that they would like to see made following the release of the NHS Long Term Plan. Take a look at last year's highlights.Response -
Read our response to the news that the testing of changes to the maximum waiting times for non-urgent treatment will be extended.News -
We spoke to 47 young people to find out how they want extra funding to be used, so they can access the mental health support they need.Report -
Find out what young people told us they want from mental health support and services.Blog -
Student Rebecca explains how volunteering has helped her put what she’s learnt at university into practice.Blog -
Volunteering is a great way to make new friends, learn new skills and make a difference in your community. Find out why students Jo, Sophie, Poppy and Emma got involved with Healthwatch West Sussex.Report -
Our latest report sets out what funding the Healthwatch network has received to carry out its statutory activities in 2019/20.Report -
Our latest briefing illustrates the chain of factors which impact on people's experiences in A&E.Blog -
Our latest research illustrates the chain of factors which impact on people’s experience in A&E. The purpose of our research is not to argue for or against replacing the current four-hour target, but to inform the ongoing debate surrounding NHS.Report -
Take a look at our papers for our March Committee Meeting.Blog -
From April, all new mothers will receive a six-week mental health check-up. Find out why this would not have happened if people had remained silent.Blog -
We examine what the NHS can do to improve health support for the trans community.Blog -
We look at the lessons that publicly paid-for wheelchair and home equipment services can learn from the stories people have told us.Report -
Find out what the public has been telling us about health and social care from October to December. This briefing also looks at and examines emerging themes across services, focusing on healthcare for trans people, and access to wheelchair services.Advice and Information -
If you or a loved one are affected by incontinence, find out where you can go for support.News -
Protect your loved ones and protect the nation, volunteer to help those that are most vulnerable to the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) stay at home. Join the army of NHS volunteers today.Page -
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Each year, we share with Government the issues we believe should be included in the objectives for the NHS for the year ahead. Read our advice and find out how the NHS Mandate this has been affected by COVID-19.Advice and Information -
We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill.Blog -
What can we learn from those forced to self-isolation because of a health problem? Rosie Adamson-Clark, shares her experience and top tips for remaining positive.Blog -
Read people's accounts of how COVID-19 has affected their lives, routine, and mental health. We've included links to where you can get advice and information too.Advice and Information -
If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.Blog -
Mazzie and Cindy, both 69 from Brighton, talk us through their volunteering experience to help with the COVID-19 effort.Report -
Take a look at our papers for our June Committee Meeting.Response -
Read our response to evidence from Public Health England that COVID-19 is having a disproportionate impact on people from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.
