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Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
Fear can hold parents back from seeking help when they are experiencing a mental problem but it's important to speak up. We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
17 October 2019
Advice and Information
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Our response to CQC's State of Care report for 2018/19
Care Quality Commission's report today shows 'perfect storm' brewing for people using mental health and learning disability services.
15 October 2019
Response
Mike Chapman talking about his experiences
How one man helped make cancer care better by sharing his experience
Before he sadly passed away in May 2019, Mike Chapman went out of his way to use his experience to help make care better for people affected by cancer. Mike was recognised for his outstanding achievement at the Healthwatch Network Awards 2019.
11 October 2019
News
What impact does baby loss have on people’s mental health? Jennifer* and Alex* share their stories.
In our blog for Baby Loss Awareness Week, people share their experience of baby loss, the impact it had on their mental health and the support they wish they’d received.
11 October 2019
Blog
Baby loss awareness ribbon
Understanding the impact of miscarriage on your mental health – Beth* and Fatima* share their stories
Last year, thousands of women told us about their experiences of mental health problems during and after pregnancy – including those who lost their babies. As part of Baby Loss Awareness Week, we're sharing stories people have shared.
9 October 2019
Blog
Baby loss awareness ribbon
What impact does baby loss have on people’s mental health? Leanne* shares her story.
For Baby Loss Awareness Week, we're sharing stories people have shared about the impact that miscarriage and stillbirth had on their mental health, and how the support given to parents should improve.
7 October 2019
Blog
Making your voice count 2019
Making your voice count 2019
Take a look at the award winning stories from this year's Healthwatch Network Awards.
4 October 2019
Report
Healthwatch Network Awards 2019 winners
Healthwatch 2019 Network Award Winners announced
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.
2 October 2019
News
There and back - what people tell us about their experiences of travelling to and from NHS services
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 brefing.
2 October 2019
Report
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More focus needed on how people travel to and from NHS services
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.
2 October 2019
News
Lady on the bus
Do you need help travelling to NHS services?
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.
26 September 2019
Advice and Information
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Our response to the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman's annual review of adult social care complaints
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.
19 September 2019
Response