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Healthwatch has created reasonable adjustment guidance for those with a brain injury. -
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Healthwatch created reasonable adjustment guidance for those with physical disabilities. This includes guidance for cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, musculoskeletal injuries, arthritis, muscular dystrophy, disfigurement, mobility impairment and obesity. -
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Healthwatch created reasonable adjustment guidance for Hidden Disabilities.
Guidance sheets include those for: cancer, dyslexia, diabetes, asthma, back impairment, allergies, epilepsy, agrophobia, heart impairment, fibromyalgia, HIV/Aids, M.E. and chronic fatigue, repetitive strain injury, migraines, sickle cell and raynaud's phenonomen. -
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Healthwatch have created reasonable adjustment guidance for the blind or sight impaired. -
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Healthwatch have created reasonable adjustment guidance for those with autism. -
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Healthwatch have created reasonable adjustment guidance for those who are in a caring role. -
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Healthwatch have created reasonable adjustment guidance for the deaf or hearing impaired. -
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Healthwatch have created reasonable adjustment guidance for those with dementia. -
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Healthwatch have created reasonable adjustment guidance for those with a learning disability. -
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We consulted with 3898 young people to identify local knowledge gaps and to learn more about young people’s experiences of using mental health services in Herefordshire. improvement. -
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If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help. -
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We published 4 reports about health and care services, provided 89 people with reliable advice and information and had a reach of 311,389 across social media channels.
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With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals. -
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In response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Healthwatch Herefordshire developed a survey (based on a Healthwatch England template) to gather views and experiences of Herefordshire residents on health and social care services during this challenging period. -
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In 2020 Healthwatch spoke to 172 people about their experience of falls and their understanding of measures to prevent them. We also gathered views about their feelings on social isolation. -
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Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to. -
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We wished to understand whether there were specific barriers that prevented or put off men from accessing preventative services and men’s ideas about improving access and improving health messaging. -
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We worked in partnership with Wye Valley NHS Trust to engage with people about a wide range of aspects relating to hospital discharge. -
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Our annual report provides a summary of the experiences people have shared with us and highlights the action we have taken in response. Take a look to see how people's views are impacting decisions made by NHS and social care leaders. -
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During 2020- 2021 we worked with Herefordshire's Macmillan Cancer Lead and students at Hereford College of Arts to develop a cervical screening awareness campaign that was inclusive to all. -
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We published 7 reports about health and care services, 64 people shared their experiences with us and we had a reach of 509 430 across our social media channels. -
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Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment. -
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Take a look at our upcoming events or check out our selection of health and care awareness events you can support. -
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Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health. -
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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. -
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Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it. -
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Do you want to help make a difference to health and social care? Whether you would like to volunteer with us, work in partnership, or share your views, we'd love to hear from you. -
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Volunteers play a vital role in helping people have their say on health and social care. Volunteering with Healthwatch can help you develop skills, gain experience and make a difference to your community. -
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Find out about our role, our plans and our people. -
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How your feedback has helped improve services locally. -
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This Privacy Statement sets out the data processing practices carried out by Healthwatch Herefordshire. We retain and use personal data (information that relates to and identifies living people) to help us carry out our role as the local independent champion for people who use health and social care services. -
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We are committed to making sure all our information is clear and accessible for everyone. -
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These terms and conditions tell you how the Healthwatch England website is managed and how you are protected when you are using our site. If you do not agree with these terms, you should leave the site immediately. -
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There are lots of ways you can get involved as a volunteer. Take a look at our current opportunities and how you can get in touch with us.