1. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  2. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  3. Atherleigh Park Enter and View 2017

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    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team of authorised representatives visited Atherleigh Park to conduct an enter and view report. Within this report it sets outs; key findings, summary and results of the enter and view visit.

  4. Quarterly Report: October - December 2019

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    Throughout the year we look at the issues that are important to you. We are currently in quarter three, this quarter focuses on information collected from October to December 2019

  5. Big Conversation

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    The Big Conversation is a five year project to shape the future of health and care As part of this, they are having an ongoing cycle of engagement working with people ,communities find out what is important to people with regards to their health.

  6. We are Recruiting - Administration Officer

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    Salary: £24,982 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) + 30 days annual leave

  7. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to make care better

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    We mark the difference the public has made in improving NHS and social care services.

  8. What are the functions of a Healthwatch?

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    We exist on a national and local level, working towards the same goal of enabling people to have a voice about their health and social care systems.

  9. Six-week postnatal checks are failing many new mothers

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    Deep-dive analysis of experiences of 2,693 new mothers and birthing parents shows that six-week postnatal checks – required of GPs in England - are failing many new mothers. We call for action.

  10. Children's Mental Health

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    SilverCloud have developed two new programs for parents and careers of young people who suffer with mental health issues.

  11. Dementia and Alzheimer's - Facts

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    one in 14 people over the age of 65 have dementia.
    on in every 20 people under the age of 65 are diagnosed with Alzheimer's

  12. Be Well

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    Be Well is Wigan Council’s new holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Be Well brings leisure and wellbeing services together under one roof, helping to make an even bigger impact on the health and wellbeing of residents and customers.

  13. Covid-19 Places of reflection

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    Remember, Reflect , Recover
    Wigan Borough's Covid-19 Places of Reflection

  14. Launch of the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Strategy and Joint Forward Plan

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    In March 2023, the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership (ICP) Strategy was signed off by the Greater Manchester ICP Board.

  15. Annual Report 2022-23

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    Together we’re making health and social care better

  16. 2022-23 Board Minutes

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    2022-23 board minutes.

  17. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 2022-23

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    Meeting minutes from 2022-23

  18. Looking after your mental health all year round

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    In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is challenging for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.

  19. National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2022

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    The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2022 results were published this week. The survey was commissioned and managed by NHS England.

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

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    People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  21. How to access Mental Health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. if you are struggling, feeling alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support.

  22. What is flu and what is the flu vaccine?

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    As we enter flu season it's important you know what they symptoms of flu are and what the flu vaccine is.

  23. How to stay well this winter

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

  24. 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.

  25. Exploring the experiences of Care Home staff in accessing Health and Adult Social Care services for their residents post Covid pandemic.

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    This report contains the findings of a project undertaken to explore the current situation in care homes in accessing health and adult social care services. This was in response to anecdotal reports to Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh that some services were still running pandemic style models of service delivery.

  26. Director Page

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    A page dedicated to information for Directors of Healthwatch Wigan & Leigh

  27. Board Meeting - 15th May 2023

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    Our board meets every month to discuss local health and social care issues, and use what people are telling us to make decisions for our Healthwatch. Download minutes from our meeting from 15th May 2023

  28. Winter Wise. A guide to keeping well this Winter

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    Winter Wise. A guide to keeping well this winter

  29. Be ready for winter by stocking up your cabinets with a winter first aid kit to help you look after your child 🩹❄️

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    Include items like a bottle of infant or children’s paracetamol (Calpol) or Ibuprofen, thermometer and plasters so you’re ready to come to their rescue at short notice.
    Check out our handy 3-step guide to keep your family healthy, safe and well this winter 👉 www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/3-steps-to-keep-healthy #GTKWTG

  30. Volunteering with us

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    Volunteers have a key part to play in helping us speak to as many people as possible within the Wigan Borough. Our volunteers are a vital part of our organisation, they bring valuable skills and knowledge to Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh.

  31. Have Your Say on Equality of Service in your local hospitals

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  32. What does Blue Monday mean for our mental health?

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    January’s third Monday, “Blue Monday”, is thought to be the most depressing day of the year. Spoiler: it isn’t. Let’s look after our mental health against commercial influences.