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. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  3. Organisation Feature: Carecall

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    Healthwatch Stockport take a look at Carecall, who provide a 24 hour telemonitoring and response service for older and vulnerable people.

  4. 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?

  5. Enter & View Report - Safely Home after Discharge

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

  6. Enter & View Report - Cherry Tree House

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    Healthwatch Stockport report on their findings at Cherry Tree House.

  7. 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.

  8. Healthwatch Stockport "It's in the drawer" Report

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    Welcome to the Healthwatch Stockport report on the results of our “It’s in the Drawer” Task & Finish group, a project looking at local people’s experiences of wearing hearing aids.

  9. 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.

  10. Organisation Feature: Stockport Car Scheme

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    Healthwatch take a look at Stockport Car Scheme..

  11. Organisation Feature: Stockport Advocacy

    Advice and Information -

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

  12. Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  13. Stockport Volunteer HUB

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

  14. Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Anti-inflammatory medications

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    There has been concern about the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) in relation to Covid-19 following a statement by the French Health Minister (a clinician) advising against the use of ibuprofen. 

  15. Coronavirus is affecting my mental health – what can I do?

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    The current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed.

  16. Stockport libraries closed due to Coronavirus - more information on downloading ebooks

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    In line with guidance from Central Government and Public Health England relating to Social Distancing and the Coronavirus Stockport libraries have taken the difficult decision to close all their Libraries.

  17. What you need to know when visiting a care home (new guidance for COVID-19)

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    Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

  18. 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.

  19. 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.

  20. IRU - Saturday 17th 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.

  21. IRU - Friday 3rd September 2021

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

  22. What to expect when waiting for care

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    Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

  23. IRU - Wednesday 27th October 2021

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

  24. 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…’,

  25. IRU - Wednesday 8th December 2021

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

  26. The Accessible Information Standard - what you can expect from services

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    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  27. 'Janet Ratcliffes Lived Experience

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    Read about Lived Experience Panel (LEP) member Janet Ratcliffes lived experienced with a dementia specialist nurse Bridget Willis.

  28. IRU - Wednesday 23rd March 2022

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

  29. 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.

  30. IRU - Monday 28th March 2022

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

  31. IRU - Monday 9th May 2022

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

  32. Get involved in the big conversation [Consultation now closed]

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    Join in the big conversation which is a consultation that is running across Greater Manchester. See how you can get involved.

  33. Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis.

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    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  34. Organisation Feature: Mellor Country House

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  35. 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.

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

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    Service change to Hazel Grove foodbank.

  37. 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.

  38. 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. 

  39. 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.

  40. 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.

  41. 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.

  42. August Bank Holiday- Pharmacy Opening Hours

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    The August Bank Holiday hours rota is now live.

  43. 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.

  44. 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.

  45. 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.