1. World Blood Cancer Day - 28th May

    News -

    DKMS World Blood Cancer Day is a global awareness day dedicated to the fight against blood cancer, held annually on May 28.

  2. Take five minutes to share your experiences in BSL

    Advice and Information -

    Feedback from d/Deaf patients is vital to help service improvements. At Healthwatch Salford, we have created a process to allow people who use BSL (British Sign Language), to let us know what their experience was like with health and care services.

  3. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

    Advice and Information -

    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  4. Shining a light on the struggles surrounding social care

    News -

    Social care support changes people’s lives but sadly, not everyone gets the support they need. At the end of 2021 Healthwatch Salford launched a project focussing on the issue of unmet need in social care.

  5. Leader for health and care appointed in Salford

    News -

    A new leader responsible for the integration of health and care in Salford has been appointed.

  6. Appointment letters at Salford Royal are going digital

    News -

    From March, patients who have an outpatient appointment at Salford Royal, have been receiving their confirmation letters by text or email, meaning they get their letter more quickly and can often manage their hospital appointments online.

  7. A new era for health and care in Salford

    News -

    NHS leaders in Salford are preparing for new ways of providing top-class health and care services for the people they serve from Friday, July 1.

  8. Healthwatch Salford Annual Report 2021-2022

    Report -

    Take a read of this years Annual Report and see how your voices have helped shape health and social care services in Salford.

  9. How to access mental health support if you're lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender

    Advice and Information -

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

  10. Our public Board Meeting 7th July 2022 - supporting materials

    Report -

    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 7th July 2022. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  11. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester

    Report -

    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester All Age Strategy 2022-2025

  12. Covid-19 in Salford

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 hasn't gone away.

  13. Mind Over Matter

    News -

    Adult mental health was one of the four main areas that the public asked us to look at over the course of this year. 

  14. Better Health - NHS

    Advice and Information -

    Kickstart your health with the help of the NHS website - Better Health!

    Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, get active or quit smoking, Better Health is here with lots of free tools and support.

  15. Report on Home Care 2022

    Report -

    A new report by Healthwatch Salford reveals the experiences of people who receive care in their own home.

  16. Mind Over Matter - Extended!

    News -

    Exciting news - due to the high volume of interest in our mental health project 'Mind Over Matter', we are pleased to announce that we have extended the deadline for surveys to 10th October, giving more people the opportunity to have their say!

  17. A message from our Chair

    News -

    We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.

  18. Where can I find support for dealing with grief?

    Advice and Information -

    You may be experiencing feelings of grief & loss following the sad death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We have included some advice and information on grief and where you can find support.

  19. Our public Board Meeting 14th September 2022 - supporting materials

    Report -

    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 14th September 2022. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  20. Healthwatch Greater Manchester statement on the Edenfield Centre

    News -

    The Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Network is aware of the BBC Panorama allegations regarding standards of care at the Edenfield Medium Secure Unit which is part of The Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.

  21. Healthwatch Salford AGM 2022 - Members Notice and papers

    Report -

    Please find below our associated papers for this years Annual General Meeting.

  22. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  23. Salford d/Deaf community shares insights with professionals and launch new feedback service at their first engagement event

    News -

    Members of Salford’s d/Deaf community hosted an event to capture feedback on health and care services in the city – welcoming both local professionals and national Healthwatch chief executive to learn from their first-hand experiences.

  24. Cost of Living Support in Salford

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  25. Salford's Cancer Pathway - Case Study

    Advice and Information -

    We spoke to Salford resident John on his experience of Salford’s cancer pathway - and how readers can - and should - take action when they feel something isn’t quite right.

  26. How was your appointment? GP Report 2022

    Report -

    Our new report reveals patients’ and staff’s experiences - both positive and negative - of GP services for the past two years, and the improvements they would like to see. 954 people took part in our GP survey and we received 71 staff surveys.

  27. Elfwatch: look out for Irwell the Elf to win a £50 high street voucher!

    News -

    Introducing the newest member of the Healthwatch Salford team: Irwell the Elf!

  28. Our public Board Meeting 7th December 2022 - supporting materials

    Report -

    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 7th December 2022. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  29. Enter and view: Heath Cottage Care Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Heath Cottage Care Home, which has places for up to 28 residents.

  30. Enter and view: Newlands Care Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Newlands Care Home, a care home with places for up to 30 residents.

  31. Enter and View: Cherrytrees Care Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Cherrytrees Care Home, a care home with places for up to 32 residents.

  32. CQC Inspection report on the Northern Care Alliance (NCA)

    News -

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its findings following the first inspection of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA) NHS Foundation Trust.

  33. Investors in Diversity Award for Small Charities recognition following reassessment

    News -

    Here at Healthwatch Salford we are pleased to share that we have achieved national recognition for demonstrating our commitments to equality and diversity following our recent reassesment.

  34. A look back at 2022, and ahead for 2023

    News -

    Our Chief Officer, Sam Cook reflects on 2022 and looks ahead at Healthwatch Salford's plans for 2023.

  35. Enter and view: Abbeydale Nursing Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Abbeydale Nursing Home, a care home with places for up to 24 residents.

  36. NHS Talking Therapies, the new name for all improving access to psychological therapies (IAPT)

    News -

    Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services are being renamed as NHS Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression, following a public consultation.

  37. Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis.

    Advice and Information -

    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  38. Important notice for patients at Walkden Gateway Medical Practice

    News -

    Share your views on the future of Walkden Gateway Medical Practice.

  39. Enter and View: Beechfield Lodge Care Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Beechfield Lodge Home, a care home with places for up to 60 service users.

  40. Our public Board Meeting 14th February 2023 - supporting materials

    Report -

    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 14th February 2023. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  41. Enter and View: Barton Brook Care Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Barton Brook Care Home, a care home with places for up to 120 service users.

  42. Enter and View: Ecclesholme Nursing Home

    Report -

    Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Ecclesholme, a care home with places for up to 50 residents.

  43. Prevention is the best medicine - what to expect from your smear test

    Advice and Information -

    Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important.

  44. Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: What are the signs and why should I get screened?

    Advice and Information -

    March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and it is vital to raise awareness by ensuring that people know the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and how they can get help.

  45. Mind Over Matter Report

    Report -

    A report on why some people do not access mental health support or services in Salford.

  46. Summary Report of Enter and View Project

    Report -

    This summary report reflects on the seven Enter and View visits that took place from September 2022 and March 2023.

  47. Cost of Living Survey

    News -

    We want to hear from the people of Salford, on how the cost of living crisis may have affected them.

  48. Plan for the year ahead 2023/2024

    Report -

    Our plan for the year ahead sets out how we will collect the views of patients and the public about their health and social care services for the year ahead.

  49. Our public Board Meeting 11th April 2023 - supporting materials

    Report -

    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 11th April 2023. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  50. The Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service at Salford

    Advice and Information -

    The Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service at Salford aims to provide a valuable resource to the community, offering a wide range of services to support people affected by cancer.