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
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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
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
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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
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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
Three people in a hospital corridor. Two people speaking to a nurse
Our response to the Royal College of Nursing's campaign for safe staffing levels in England
The Royal College of Nursing has today launched a new campaign aimed a highlighting the need for safe staffing levels in England. Here we share our response.
17 September 2019
Response
women holding newborn
Make more space for new parents to talk about their mental health
In our new report, we share what parents have told us about their experiences of mental health problems during and after pregnancy, and call on services to give people more opportunities to talk about their mental wellbeing.
9 September 2019
News
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Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Jane's story
It took two and a half years for Jane’s* son to be diagnosed with gastritis. She explains how months and months of pushing for him to get the help he needed affected her mental health.
9 September 2019
Blog
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Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Kristy's story
As well as a difficult pregnancy, Kristy felt pressure both to breastfeed and to produce 'the perfect family'. Thanks to the support from her husband and home birth midwives, Kristy sought the help she needed for her mental health.
9 September 2019
Blog
Woman holding baby in her kitchen
Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Helen P’s story
Helen had postnatal depression (PND) following the birth of her son. She explains what she thinks could have made her first weeks as a new mum better, and the importance of making sure parents get the help they need, when they need it.
9 September 2019
Blog