1. What matters to you when using health and social care services?

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    The first survey is now LIVE and we have started off with a real simple one.
    "What matters to you when using Health and Social Care Services?"

  2. Organisation Feature: Mellor Country House

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    Healthwatch Stockport take a look into Mellor Country House a charity that helps families and carers that wouldn't afford to take a holiday take a break.

  3. Closure of Stockport NHS Breast Service

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    Healthwatch Stockport want to update you on the changes on the Stockport NHS Breast Service at Stepping Hill Hospital.

  4. What would a good experience of a health and social care service look like to you? Report

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    Healthwatch Stockport joined up with the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) to run a consultation on what really matters yto you when using health and social care services.

  5. Change to Wednesday's opening hours at Hazel Grove Foodbank

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    Service change to Hazel Grove foodbank.

  6. NHS Long Term Plan

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    Healthwatch Stockport in partneship with Healthwatch Greater Manchester has published reports from the NHS long term plan.

  7. Organisation Feature: Stockport Advocacy

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    Healthwatch Stockport take a look into Stockport Advocacy who assist with complaints to the NHS services.

  8. Joint Strategic Needs Assessment 2020 - Public Opinion Report

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    The purpose of the JSNA is to improve the health and wellbeing of the local community and reduce inequalities for all communities. The core aim of the JSNA is to develop local evidence based priorities for commissioning.

  9. Service change: Dermatology services

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    Healthwatch Stockport received an update on in January regarding a change to Dermatology services in Stockport. The service is to move from Stockport to Trafford from April 2021. 

  10. Inspiring Enterprise programme launches in Stockport

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    Sector3 have launched a new programme called inspiring enterprise. This programme is for unemployed members of Stockport.

  11. Building an even better Stockport! Borough Plan launches 10 year vision for the area

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    Read all about the Stockport borough plan and the vision leading into 2030.

  12. Annual Report 2020/2021

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    Take a look at our Annual Report 2020 to 2021. Where we look at the Covid-19 Pandemic, developing the Stockport Volunteer HUB and helping people who were self-isolating.

  13. July 2021 e-Bulletin now out!

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    July's e-Bulletin now live. Read about the latest updates and news in Stockport.

  14. IRU - Friday 9th July 2021

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every Friday. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  15. August Bank Holiday- Pharmacy Opening Hours

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    The August Bank Holiday hours rota is now live.

  16. Difficulties accessing NHS Dental Services in Greater Manchester: a joint report

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    A joint report from local Healthwatch's across Greater Manchester around access to NHS Dental services.

  17. Louise Ansari appointed as the new National Director of Healthwatch

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    Healthwatch England are delighted to announce that Louise Ansari has been appointed as the new National Director at Healthwatch England.

  18. Let’s start a Big Conversation about health and care [OPEN]

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    People from every corner of Greater Manchester are invited start talking honestly about the future of health and care, as part of the Big Conversation.

  19. Easter weekend 111 and Prescriptions

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    This bank holiday Easter weekend there is help and advice available for health issues including minor illnesses.

  20. [Survey Closed] New ways of working in Stockport - Your chance to tell us how you would like to be kept informed

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    Local people are being asked by NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) how they would like to be kept informed about new ways of working in health and social care services.

  21. Pharmacy Opening Times - Jubilee bank holidays Thursday 2nd June and Friday 3rd June

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    Jubilee bank holidays Thursday 2nd June and Friday 3rd June are now posted on the GMLPC website.

  22. IRU - Monday 1st August 2020

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  23. We are recruiting - Senior Officer

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    We are looking for a senior officer to join the Healthwatch Stockport team, read here how you can apply.

  24. Awareness Days and Campaigns - August 2022

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    Here is the latest awareness days, months and campaigns for the month of August

  25. We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen

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    Healthwatch England respond to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

  26. What to know this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  27. New Health and Care Leader for Stockport

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    Philippa Johnson is returning to her North West roots and will be taking the helm at NHS Greater Manchester Stockport Locality as its new Deputy Place Lead.

  28. NHS doctors industrial action - Healthwatch England's response

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    With junior doctors staging a four-day strike, Healthwatch England urge all parties involved to find a resolution.

  29. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  30. Lived Experience Panel – Opportunity.

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    Do you have experience of living with or caring for someone with a health or social care condition or other related issue?

  31. Enter & View Report - Safely Home after Discharge

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    Healthwatch Stockport report on safely home from discharge after Healthwatch Englands national enquiry.

  32. Healthwatch Stockport Patient & Public Experience Report

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    Healthwatch Stockport report their findings on patient and public experience over 6 months from July to December 2014

  33. Organisation Feature: Stockport Car Scheme

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    Healthwatch take a look at Stockport Car Scheme..

  34. Organisation Feature: Stroke Information

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    Healthwatch Stockport take a look at Stroke Information, who are our charity of the year.

  35. Paediatric (Children’s) Medicine Review – Talking about A&E

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    The Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership’s (GMHSC) Improving Specialist Care Programme are reviewing Paediatric (Children's) Medicine Services. So, we want your help!

  36. Stockport Volunteer HUB

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    The coronavirus is affecting work and lives everywhere. Find out how you can volunteer.

  37. What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?

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    The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

  38. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  39. Don't Forget About Me Report

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    A feedback report from people with Learning Disabilities, and/or a Sensory Loss and requires additional communication needs.

  40. NHS 111: How do I book a timeslot at A&E?

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    The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

  41. [CLOSED] NHS 111 Survey now open

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    Survey now open around NHS 111, a joint piece of work with other local Healthwatch's in Greater Manchester.

  42. Meet your Lived Experience Panel Members in Stockport

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    Meet the Lived Experience Panel Members for Stockport.

  43. Taking Care of Winter Chills and Snuffles

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    As the winter months approach and the likelihood of catching all sorts of common ailments increases, NHS Stockport CCG has launched a seven-month campaign called ‘Taking Care of…’,