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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. -
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To enable more people to have their voices heard we have launched a new project called ‘The Network’ which will enable existing community health support and social groups to have a direct link with us at Healthwatch Salford. -
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Salford’s health and care system is launching a ‘big reset’ and people living and working in the city are being asked to join in the conversation and share their views. -
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Dental practices across Salford are to sign up to become more family friendly, as part of a new scheme to improve children’s oral health. -
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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. -
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Dr Shan Ellahi, Project Lead (Office of Chief Dental Officer), is managing a national project on the commissioning standard for Unscheduled Dental Care which will form the basis for Primary Care dental services to be in line with the national plans. -
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In Healthwatch England's latest briefing, they share what over 1,300 people have told them across the Healthwatch network about their experience of NHS dentistry during July and September 2020. -
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The ‘Big Check-Up’ is our new project looking into dental matters following daily feedback from Salford residents as well one of the outcomes from our Priorities Survey 2021. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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The Big Check Up evaluated 447 patients’ experiences of Salford’s dentistry services. The report found that people in Salford have struggled to find a dentist taking on NHS patient and that, for many, private treatment was too expensive. -
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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. -
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We know it’s a difficult time for lots of Salford residents with increases in food prices and energy bills. Organisations across the city are working together in the Spirit of Salford to help support you.
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Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems. -
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Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need. -
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If you live in Salford, we have a simple question for you about your dental services. Don’t worry, you won’t need to share any personal information. -
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Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment. -
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This month we’ve welcomed our new Chief Officer Alex Leach into the team. Alex has been with the Healthwatch network since its launch in 2013 and has extensive experience in operational management, community engagement and empowerment. -
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Take a read of this years Annual Report and see how your voices have helped shape health and social care services in Salford. -
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Healthwatch Salford during this period will be working remotely, calls and emails will still be answered and feedback responded to. -
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Healthwatch Salford Annual Report shows how sharing your experience made a difference in 2018/2019. -
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This year’s annual priority survey ran from 9th April through to the 18th May 2018. -
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our long standing Board Member and Volunteer David Backhouse, who passed away at home on Thursday 20th August. -
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Below you can download the minutes from the Board Meeting held on the 9th September 2020.
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This year’s annual survey ran from 15th April through to the 1st May 2019. The survey questions were co-designed between Healthwatch England and NHS England. -
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Healthwatch Salford has published their 2019/20 Annual Report ‘Guided demonstrating how the people of the Salford borough have made a difference to local NHS and social care services.
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Healthwatch Salford have revisited their work plan in light of Coronavirus (COVID-19), which continues to unfold at the time of publication. -
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Healthwatch Salford have revisited our work plan in light of coronavirus (COVID-19), which continues to unfold at the time of publication. -
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Please find below a copy of Healthwatch Salford's complaints policy. -
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We are pleased to announce Healthwatch Salford has been recognised as highly commended in the Outstanding achievement: NHS Long Term Plan category at the 2019 Healthwatch Network Awards. -
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In spring 2019 Healthwatch Salford took part in a national engagement exercise to gather the views of what the people of Salford felt was important to enable them to live healthier, independent lives. -
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An award-winning photographer is sharing the stories of Salford’s black, Asian and minority ethnic communities through an exhibition at The Lowry marking Black History Month. -
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Being a member of Healthwatch Salford means belonging to the only independent consumer champion for health and social care. It means that you support our vision, mission, values and objectives as a Registered Charity. -
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Help us find out what people in your local community think about the NHS and social care they receive here in Salford. Get involved – your views really do count! -
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Take a read of this years Annual Report and see how your voices have helped shape health and social care services in Salford. -
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Take a read of this years Annual Report and see how your voices have helped shape health and social care services in Salford. -
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Take a read of this years Annual Report and see how your voices have helped shape health and social care services in Salford. -
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Chief Officer of Healthwatch Salford Delana Lawson has been voted by Salford CVS as their Woman of the Hour for International Women's Day. -
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Speaking out about your experiences of care does make a difference – CQC research found that 66% of people in England who have raised concerns about poor care were satisfied with the resolution. -
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Listen, good news is coming, let’s talk volunteering… -
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Have you seen our very own Delana Lawson and others making a system health pledge? -
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People are increasingly turning to online tools to help take greater control of their own health and care. -
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Healthwatch Salford has been nominated for a prestigious national award for Silent Voices which has shown how working in partnership with Salford CCG and local Deaf British Sign Language users can help improve communication. -
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Please find via the download link below a copy of the Members Notice for this years AGM. -
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Do you have a strategic background? Care about the future of the NHS? Have a passion for social care support services? If the answer is YES, then you could make a difference at Healthwatch Salford by becoming a Trustee. -
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We are pleased to announce that Healthwatch Salford will be working with the National Centre for Diversity in our continued journey to develop a diverse and inclusive workplace for all our people. -
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Below are the minutes and presentations from Healthwatch Salford's 2019 Annual General Meeting. -
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We are delighted to welcome Ali Macleod to Healthwatch Salford as our new Engagement Officer.