1. We want to know about experiences of mental health crisis services in Northamptonshire

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    We want to find out people’s experience of seeking help at a time of mental health crisis. We want to hear from people about what works and what could be better. The survey is for mental health care services for adults only.

  2. Carers' Voice Northamptonshire

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    Carers' Voice Northamptonshire has now closed but please contact Healthwatch Northamptonshire with any feedback or Northamptonshire Carers for any guidance or support.

  3. Speak up and help improve services in Northamptonshire

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    We all love the NHS, but let’s make it even better this year. Tell us about your experiences of health and social care, and the changes that you would like to see made locally, in our online survey. #SpeakUp2020

  4. Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire Takeover Day

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    Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire volunteers took part in activities to find out more about Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital and to give young people a taste of future careers in the NHS

  5. Visit to St Andrew’s Healthcare

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    Healthwatch Northamptonshire representatives carry out visits to health and social care services to ascertain the quality of care, experience and opinions of service users and make recommendations where there are areas for improvement.

  6. Dr David N Jones talks about A&E pressures on BBC Look East

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    Healthwatch Northamptonshire Chair, David N Jones, spoke on BBC Look East about the building pressures for A&E and the changes to performance targets.

  7. Planning Group Meeting

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  8. Planning Group Meeting

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  9. Combined Board and Planning Group Meeting July 2020

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  10. Annual Meeting 2020

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  11. Planning Group Meeting September 2020

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  12. Board Meeting October 2020

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  13. What can I expect from young people’s mental health services?

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    Young people may need help with a range of issues at different points in their life. Find out what you can expect from mental health services, to make sure you get the support you need.

  14. Have you had a bad experience of NHS administration? We need your views.

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    Have you had problems with NHS administrative processes, such as booking appointments, referrals, prescriptions or other correspondence with NHS services? We want to hear how people's care experience has been affected by poor NHS administration.

  15. Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire

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    We are looking for young people in Northamptonshire between 11 to 24 years old who are keen to make a difference in health and social care and are interested in young people's rights and wellbeing.

  16. We want to know about the health and wellbeing of young people in East Northamptonshire

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    Young Healthwatch is conducting a survey asking 11 to 19 year old’s about their physical health, lifestyle and emotional health in East Northamptonshire. The survey includes questions on how young people engage with leisure activities locally.

  17. Finding out more about Continuing Health Care

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    Continuing Health Care is social care arranged and funded by the NHS for people who have been assessed as needing care to manage a health problem.

  18. Being Myself Daventry Survey

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    Young Healthwatch is conducting a survey on behalf of Healthy Young Daventry asking 11 to 19 year old’s about their physical health, lifestyle and emotional health. The survey includes questions on how young people manage difficult emotions.

  19. Our update about COVID-19 and remote working

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    Healthwatch Northamptonshire has been monitoring the rapidly unfolding situation around COVID-19 on a daily basis to consider its impact on how we work and how we best support our staff, volunteers, partners and stakeholders.

  20. Young people’s experiences of Personal, Social, Health and Education

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    Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire was commissioned by Public Health Northamptonshire to carry out a review of Personal, Social, Health and Education (PSHE) in Northamptonshire schools. The report has now been published.

  21. Visits to mental health crisis support services in Northamptonshire

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    Healthwatch Northamptonshire has been carrying out a series of visits to NHS and Social Care funded services in Northamptonshire to ascertain the experience and opinions of service users, with a particular focus on mental health.

  22. Coronavirus: Advice from other organisations

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    It can be hard to keep up with the constantly changing and evolving nature of guidance and help with coronavirus. Here are some links to different national organisations and their advice.

  23. Healthwatch Northamptonshire’s support for health and care services and the people using them during the pandemic

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    As a statutory body, Healthwatch has the role of working with others to both help communities have clear and accurate information and advice and safeguard the rights and wellbeing of people who use health and social care services.

  24. Request help and support - Coronavirus

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    How to request support from volunteers if you are self-isolating in Northamptonshire and need help.

  25. Board Meeting

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  26. 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.

  27. Community pharmacy opening hours during the COVID-19 pandemic

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    The joint COVID-19 Northamptonshire Strategic Coordination Centre* has issued an update about pharmacy opening hours, including over the Easter weekend:

  28. Accessing dental services in the East Midlands

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    An update from NHS England and NHS Improvement Midlands:

  29. Healthwatch Northamptonshire - protecting the rights and interests of people using health and social care in Northamptonshire during the pandemic

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    A message from our Chair, Dr David N Jones

  30. Planning care at the end of life

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    With the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you and your loved ones discuss your preferences for end of life care. This is especially important if you have been identified as high risk of severe illness if you catch COVID-19.

  31. New COVID-19 clinics to help self-isolating patients access urgent medical advice

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    New temporary clinics are being set up around Northamptonshire to enable people with COVID-19 symptoms to be safely seen face-to-face by a GP or other healthcare professional.

  32. Continue to seek medical help for serious conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic

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    The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, but you should still seek help if you have a serious health condition or concerning symptoms.

  33. Remote consultations in general practice

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    For many people, it’s more convenient to be able to speak to their GP or other healthcare professionals remotely.

  34. Advice for parents during coronavirus - what to do if your child is unwell or injured

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    Whilst it is extremely important to follow Government advice to stay at home during this period, it can be confusing to know what to do when your child is unwell or injured.

  35. Help local NHS staff transport their uniforms safely with drawstring bags

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    Do you want to help the NHS while having something to do at home? Join in with making drawstring uniform bags for NHS staff.

  36. Share your experience of health and social care services during the COVID-19 pandemic so we can help services better help you

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    During the current crisis, it is really important that we hear about your good and bad experiences of health and social care.

  37. Cancer and coronavirus

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    If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.

  38. Quit for Covid with Public Health Northamptonshire’s Stop Smoking Service

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    Public Health Northamptonshire is encouraging smokers to #QuitforCovid, not only to protect themselves but to reduce demand on NHS services.

  39. Transport and Car schemes

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    Find local volunteer and community transport schemes to get you to your appointment on time

  40. Countywide services

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    Visit the West Northamptonshire Council or North Northamptonshire Council (depending on your location) website to find all services they provide, including adult social care, children and families services, and safeguarding of children and adults.

  41. Our vision, values and strategy

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    Find out about Healthwatch North and West Northamptonshire's vision, values and strategy

  42. Our strategy and work plan 2020 - 2021

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    The Healthwatch Northamptonshire annual plan helps provide commissioners and key stakeholders with an overview of planned activity for the next 12 months.

  43. New urgent dental care services in Northamptonshire

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    People in need of the most urgent dental care in Northamptonshire can now access one of eight new Urgent Dental Centres (UDCs) which are open across the county.

  44. Northamptonshire parents urged not to miss regular child health checks and life-saving vaccinations

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    Clinicians in Northamptonshire are urging parents not to let coronavirus fears stand in the way of bringing their children for regular vaccination appointments and GP health checks.

  45. Northamptonshire Adult Social Services Independent Service User Survey

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    Last year Northamptonshire County Council commissioned us to find out what changes are needed in the way they provide adult social care.

  46. Maternity support during COVID-19

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    Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.

  47. Young Carers Takeover Project report

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    Thanks to a Takeover Challenge grant, Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire and Northamptonshire Young Carers Service were able to work together to explore the needs and experiences of young carers.

  48. Anglian Water Support

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    If you think you’ll have difficulty paying your water bill, Anglian Water has lots of help and support available to you, from providing flexible and affordable payment plans - to guiding you to external help and benefits.