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Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire Annual Report 2017-18
Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire had a busy year during 2017-18! Check out their mini Annual Report to find out more.
29 August 2018
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Supporting children and families where ASD and ADHD is suspected
Healthwatch Northamptonshire talked to 12 families who had experience of the process of assessment for a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the previous 12 months.
29 August 2018
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Quick poll results - Three-quarters of you would like to be involved in producing your care plan
Our June 2018 quick poll asked you about how you want to be involved in planning for your care as you get older.
14 July 2018
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Enter and View - Hospitals
Healthwatch Northamptonshire volunteers Sheila White and Wendy Patel visit the wards and departments at Kettering General Hospital to carry out '15 Step Challenge' audits.
12 July 2018
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Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire and Shooting Stars Visit to Kettering General Hospital
A group of young volunteers from Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire and Shooting Stars (a group for young people in Northamptonshire with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities) spent the day at the children’s areas at Kettering General Hospital.
11 July 2018
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Annual Report 2017-18
2017/18 has been an exciting year for us, albeit not without continuing financial challenges.
10 July 2018
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Health and social care needs of the Armed Forces Community in Northamptonshire
Healthwatch Northamptonshire carried out a survey on behalf of the Armed Forces Covenant Northamptonshire to find out more about the health and social care needs of the Armed Forces community in Northamptonshire.
5 July 2018
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Our Code of Conduct with CYP Policy
Every member of staff and volunteer who works with, or provides support or services to children and young people (CYP) needs to be aware of their role and responsibilities and have clear guidelines under which to operate.
24 May 2018
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Our Strategic Plan 2018 – 2020
Our vision: Healthwatch Northamptonshire will be a strong, resolute and independent community champion
13 May 2018
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Quick poll results - Over half of you were happy with your dental care, but some of you highlighted several issues
When it comes to easy access to NHS dental care appointments, the majority of our respondents did not seem to have any issues.
11 May 2018
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Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire visit Northampton General Hospital
Young Healthwatch Visit to Northampton General Hospital
Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire were given a tour and were able to meet some of the staff and speak to some patients and their parents at Northampton General Hospital.
17 January 2018
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Our Volunteer roles
There are different ways in which you can become involved depending on your interests and how much time you would like to commit.
1 January 2018
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