1. Children's Mental Health Event

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  2. Snapshot Report: Cancer Information

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    We wanted to find out what mental health support is available to local people who have received a cancer diagnosis and also speak to professionals to see what would help them support their patients, carers and families in the community?

  3. Snapshot Report: Stroke Information

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    We wanted to find out what support would local people want when leaving hospital after having a Stroke? We worked in partnership with other organisation to hold an events to gather patients experiences and thoughts around this project.

  4. Enter and View Policy and Procedure

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    Policy & Procedure for the Appointment of Authorised Representatives at Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh

  5. Children's Mental Health Event Feedback

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    We want to know how parents and carers who look after children and young people experiencing mental health concerns are supported. Share your views to help us make care better

  6. A Week in A & E

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    Throughout August 2019 we visited Royal Albert Edward Infirmary to collect people’s experiences about what services, if any, they had contacted before visiting the Emergency Care Centre.

  7. Open Board Meeting - 24th February 2020

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    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh hosted an Open Board Meeting which allowed members of the public to come and listen to upcoming projects and priorities which were discussed by Board Directors and staff.

  8. Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh are recruiting a new Director to join the organisation

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    Do you care about your local health and social care services? Do you have a strategic background and want to make a difference within your local community? If the answer is YES then you could be interested in joining our Board

  9. What are your experience of accessing GP appointments?

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    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh are conducting a project around access to GP appointments within the Wigan Borough

  10. Sheila's Story

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    Read Sheila's story about why she chooses to volunteer with the Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team

  11. Leigh Family Practice Enter and View Report

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

  12. Dr. Khatri & Partners Surgery Enter and View Report

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

  13. 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.

  14. Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh - Complaints Policy

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    This policy says how people can complain about our work if they need to - this policy sets out the formal process of making a complaint.

  15. Information on Coronavirus

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

  16. 'Our Voice Matters Too' Report on 'People’s Views and Experiences of Drugs and Alcohol Services in Wigan' 2017

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    The purpose of this report was to engage with drug and alcohol services users in the Wigan Borough and therefore understand their experiences and gather their views about the current drugs and alcohol service offer.

  17. Why people use the Leigh Walk In Centre 2017

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    We spoke to over 21 people to understand why they're reasons behind visiting Leigh Walk In Center

  18. Coronavirus – Information on local health and social care services within the Wigan Borough

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    We have collated information about different health and social care services within the Wigan Borough and how they have been effected by Coronavirus.

  19. Coronavirus Factsheet - Maternity Services

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    Please see the following document which highlights the change in maternity care services during the Coronavirus outbreak.

  20. Free Training Course - Maximus Training

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    As part of the Adult Education Budget Maximus Training are offering fully funded courses to residents of Greater Manchester during the Coronavirus lock down period.

  21. Coronavirus Factsheet - Dental Services

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    Information about access to urgent dental treatment during the Coronavirus Outbreak

  22. Coronavirus Factsheet - Stroke Information

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    The following document contains information from 'Stroke Association North West' and 'Think Ahead Stroke' about support for stroke patients and their families during coronavirus outbreak.

  23. Coronavirus Factsheet - GPs Working Differently

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    Your GP Practice is working differently at the moment. Check your GP practice website for the most up to date info or follow them if they are on social media.

  24. Planning care at the end of life

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    We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.

  25. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

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    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  26. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

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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.

  27. Are you living with a disability or a long term condition during the Coronavirus Outbreak?

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    In response to COVID-19, health and social care services have had to drastically change the support they offer the public. We have create a survey to gather peoples's experiences of this during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  28. What is the NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app?

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    The NHS has started testing a coronavirus (COVID-19) contact-tracing app. Find out what we know so far and the issues the public might raise with local Healthwatch.

  29. COVID-19 Second Phase Response: What have NHS services been told?

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    Find out what NHS services have been told about resuming routine care.

  30. Coronavirus - Debra’s Story

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    What can we learn from those forced to self-isolate because of a long term health condition or disability? Debra Baxter, a volunteer at Healthwatch shares her experience of this during the Coronavirus pandemic.

  31. Changes to CQC’s approach to inspection and regulation

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    In response to COVID-19, CQC has changed its approach to ensuring the safety and quality of care. Find out what they are doing and how you can help support them.

  32. Reflections of being a Carer (Anon)

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    Take the time to read this moving reflection written by a husband who cares for his wife with dementia, his reflection focuses on the rewards and challenges that comes from caring for someone you love.

  33. COVID-19 - When and how to use masks

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    The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently issued updated guidance for the use of masks for the general public during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this article we have summarised their key recommendations for wearing face masks.

  34. 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.

  35. How to get an NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

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    Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.

  36. Support for Parents and Carers of Children & Young People with Mental Health Issues

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    If you're a parent or a carer of a young person with a mental health problem, it can be difficult to know what to do. You may also need help and support, and there are resources out there providing advice and information.

  37. Our Annual Report 2019-2020

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    Throughout 2019-2020, we engaged with 1,295 people across the Wigan Borough regarding their experiences with health and social care. This report highlights our activities within 2019-2020.

  38. Because We All Care

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    Give feedback on health and social care services to support the NHS #BecauseWeAllCare

  39. Ask My GP - Information & Guidance

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    In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of GP practices across Wigan Borough have started to use Ask My GP to help them deliver their services.

  40. Have you left hospital during COVID-19? Tell us your experience

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    To respond to coronavirus, hospitals in Wigan & Leigh had to quickly change. Tell us how this has affected the care you or your loved one has received.

  41. 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.

  42. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    Want to know how to get the most out of virtual health and care appointments for both patients and health care professionals? We've put together some tips.

  43. Coronavirus - Changes to shielding

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    From 1 August, the government will pause shielding unless the transmission of COVID-19 in the community starts to rise significantly.