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 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Organisation Feature: Stockport Advocacy

    Advice and Information -

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

  5. Maternity support during COVID-19

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    Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.

  6. Annual Report 2019/2020

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Annual Report from 2019/20. Inform. Involve. Influence.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. IRU - Friday 6th August 2021

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

  12. 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.

  13. October 2021 Campaigns & Awareness Days

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    The latest events and campaigns for October 2021.

  14. IRU - Monday 28th February 2022

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

  15. 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.

  16. IRU - Monday 4th April 2022

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

  17. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a new parent?

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    It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  18. 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.

  19. I'm pregnant. What happens next?

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    Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy care you should expect from the NHS.

  20. CQC's State of Care report - our response

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    Care Quality Commission has today published its annual State of Care report, highlighting that a combination of cost-of-living crisis and workforce pressures risks ‘unfair care’ for many people. Read our response.

  21. Happy to Announce our Charity of the Year - StrokeInformation

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    Healthwatch Stockport is happy to announce that its charity of the year goes to Stroke Information, a charity that helps anyone impacted by stroke, stroke survivors, carers and family members on ways to cope and manage after a stroke.

  22. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  23. 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.

  24. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

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    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  25. Annual Report 2017/18

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    Annual Report from 2017/18

  26. Annual Report 2016/17

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    Healthwatch Stockport report on their year commencing from 2016 till 2017.

  27. Organisation Feature: Care Opinion

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    Healthwatch Stockport take a look at Care Opinion a non-profit organisation that offers patients the chance to give feedback to give their experience on health and social care. 

  28. Organisation Feature: Royal Osteoporosis Society Stockport Volunteer Team

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    Healthwatch Stockport take a look at The Royal Osteoporosis Society volunteer team in Stockport and the good work they are doing around osteoporosis.

  29. Member Profile: Nick Clarke

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    Blog series: Healthwatch Stockport take a look into the life of Nick Clarke - Ex Stockport County football player and the good work he is doing around stroke,

  30. 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

  31. #ArchiveFriday - Training day

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    Welcome back to our second #ArchiveFriday. Do you recognise anyone from these photos?

  32. 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.

  33. Stockport Hits 200,000 First Vaccinations

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    Over 200,000 of adults registered with a Stockport GP have received their first Covid-19 vaccination and almost 150,000 have also received their second dose.

  34. There’s Still Time to Help Shape Health and Care Services in Stockport

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    Take part in the survey that covers eight key areas, including questions about mental health and wellbeing and how the Stockport CCG can improve local health and care services in Stockport.

  35. GP Data for planning and research collection: what you need to know

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    The NHS is making some changes to how it collects and uses patient data. To make sure you're clued up, read some frequently asked questions about the upcoming GP Data for planning and research collection below.

  36. Celebrate Stockport’s pandemic heroes in the new Health and Care Awards

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    Nominations are now open for the first Stockport Health and Care Awards to celebrate the contribution of health and care staff, and volunteers, who have supported the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  37. Meet your Lived Experience Panel Members in Stockport

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    Meet the Lived Experience Panel Members for Stockport.

  38. IRU - Monday 15th November 2021

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

  39. 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.

  40. Your Care, Your Way - Campaign information in alternative formats

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    Everyone should be given healthcare information in the way they need it. Read an overview of our campaign and find out more about Your Care, Your Way in British Sign Language and Easy Read.

  41. Lynch Syndrome – Knowledge is Power

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    Lynch Syndrome (LS) is an under diagnosed syndrome which puts those who have it at a higher risk of getting cancer.

  42. What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

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    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

  43. Fall in patient satisfaction with GPs

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    The latest GP patient survey shows that overall satisfaction with services has fallen and more people are avoiding making an appointment. Read our response.

  44. NHS acts on your feedback to improve dental care

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    Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our response.

  45. Are NHS waiting times pushing more people to go private?

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    Record NHS waiting times appear to be increasing the number of people paying for private care, according to a new BBC analysis. Read Healthwatch England's response.