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Share your views to help improve care for people with dementia in your community.News -
A man whose wife has dementia shares his views about what would make care better.Advice and Information -
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.News -
Read a summary of our latest research to find out if people with dementia are getting the support they need.Blog -
Simon and his family were self-funding his care in a local care home, who were supporting him well with his dementia. However, in 2017 their funds began to run low and they were approaching the £23,250 threshold.Blog -
Our new report looks at why it is important to review the care of people with dementia. With new research indicating that people with dementia are not always getting the support they need, David shares his experience of caring for his wife.Report -
Read our latest research to find out if people with dementia are getting the support they need.News -
With a diverse population, it’s important that local services understand what their communities need, and that they don’t try and follow a one size fits all approach. Take a look at who has been shortlisted for our Diversity and Inclusion award.Report -
Find out what the public have been telling us about health and social care from April to June this year.Response -
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman's Annual Review of Adult Social Care Complaints has revealed it is investigating a greater proportion of complaints than previous years. Read our response in full.Report -
Find out what's working well for people and what needs to improve when it comes to people's experiences of travelling to and from NHS appointments, in our new briefing.News -
Together with two leading charities, we are raising awareness of the issues people facing travelling to and from NHS services. We will be working with NHS England to support their new national review of the links between the NHS and local transport.News -
Find out how one local Healthwatch has been showing GP practices how small changes can make a big difference to patients’ experiences of visiting the doctor.News -
Find out about our celebration of the contribution made by local staff and volunteers who helped gather more than half a million people's views last year.News -
A Shropshire man with dementia has been using his experiences to help improve support for local people with the disease.Blog -
The manager of a care home in Devon tells us that feedback from her residents’ loved ones has helped to provide the best possible level of care.News -
With cases of dementia on the rise, it's more important than ever that services give people the support they need. Read our briefing to find out what people have told local Healthwatch about their experiences of care.News -
Published today, Every Voice Matters, our Annual Report to Parliament 2015-16, outlines how together we are putting people at the heart of care.Blog -
Find out how Healthwatch Wiltshire worked with other organisations to improve dementia care, winning them the awards for 'The impact we make with partners' at this year's Healthwatch network awards.Report -
Over the past year local Healthwatch have spoken to people across the country about their experiences of dementia care - from help provided by GPs and pharmacists to support offered through hospitals and social care.News -
Find out who’s in the running for a Healthwatch network award this yearNews -
Healthwatch East Sussex recently hit the news for the fantastic response they received as a result of their plea for volunteers. They tell us the secret of their success.News -
Five people and groups have been shortlisted for a national award that celebrates local people who, through their dedication, have helped improve health and care for their community.News -
Thanks to Errol, more men in Bristol are aware of the signs of prostate cancer and are being diagnosed and treated.News -
Thanks to Sandra, NHS England is improving the way they communicate with people who are Deaf or hard of hearing.News -
Thanks to a group of families in Hertfordshire, changes are being made to respite care and support for families of children with complex needs.News -
In the run up to the 70th anniversary of the NHS, we are joining in the celebrations with the launch of a new award to recognise the outstanding contributions of health and care staff towards improving patient care. News -
To help celebrate 70 years of the NHS we're collecting 70 stories of how people's experiences are being used by health and care services and professionals to help make them better.Blog -
We have worked with the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman, as part of the Quality Matters initiative, to help make it easier for the public and professionals to understand how to make and respond to social care complaints.News -
After reviewing over 170 entries, we are pleased to announce all of the finalists for the Healthwatch Network Awards 2018.News -
Working with older people, their families and care experts, the charity Independent Age has developed a set of quality indicators which Healthwatch Camden helped test during their visits to local care homes.Report -
Each local Healthwatch works in an area with its own unique issues but there are specific statutory activities which every local Healthwatch must undertake and it is important that this work is consistent.
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We want to know more about your experience of mental health support when planning to get pregnant, during pregnancy, at the birth of your child and afterwards.News -
Every year, NHS and social care staff receive millions of pieces of feedback from those using services. Read these top tips to help ensure people know how you are using their feedback to improve care.News -
The Healthwatch network came together to recognise some of the fantastic work of local community champions helping to improve the country’s hospitals, GPs and care services.News -
Hundreds of people from across the Healthwatch Network joined us at our sixth Annual Conference in Stratford-Upon-Avon.Report -
Read our award winning stories from this year's Healthwatch Network Awards.Report -
Attended Healthwatch 2018 and wanted to look back at some of the presentations from the sessions? Here we share supporting materials from the day.News -
Find out how much funding your local Healthwatch receives to help you have your say.News -
With thousands of people at risk of homelessness this winter, we look at the common issues people who do not have a place to call home tell us they can face when it comes to health and care.News -
With many people sleeping rough, here's how health and care services can help those facing homelessness get the support they need.Blog -
Local Healthwatch aim to speak to every section of their community about their experiences of care. However, some communities face more issues than others when it comes to accessing the right support and find it difficult to have their views heard.News -
The NHS in England has published a ten year plan setting its priorities for the future.Blog -
Despite the publication of the Accessible Information Standard nearly three years ago, people continue to tell Healthwatch about their struggle to access NHS services. Find out how Healthwatch Redbridge have been making a difference.News -
Healthwatch from across England shared their successes and concerns in Westminster to make sure people can have their say about changes to health services.Advice and Information -
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, or background. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help.Report -
A research review highlights key themes and gaps in the evidence about involving people in decisions on health and care.
