1. NHFT have produced a campaign focusing on support mental health over the Christmas period

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    “I don’t feel the Christmas spirit this year.”

  2. Community Healthcare for Young People Focus Groups Report

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    Find out what young people told us about their views and experiences of community health and wellbeing services.

  3. Are you feeling overwhelmed with worry and stress this Christmas?

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    Is the Christmas food shopping booked? Did I order the last Christmas presents? There is a lot to think about this time of year, and it can become overwhelming at times.

  4. Have a Safe and Happy Christmas and New Year

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    As 2020 draws to a close, we would like to thank our volunteers, staff, and those that shared their views with Healthwatch Northamptonshire during this difficult year.

  5. The Government has announced today that Northamptonshire will remain in Tier 2 of the three tier COVID-19 alert system

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    The decision is based on the latest available coronavirus data and is in line with the measures set out in the Government’s COVID-19 Winter Plan.

  6. Being Myself Report - A look at the Emotional Wellbeing of young people in Daventry Town

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    Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire was commissioned by Healthy Young Daventry to carry out a study into emotional wellbeing and self-harm among young people in Daventry.

  7. Do you have a long term health condition? Have you had your flu vaccine? If not get in touch with your GP or a local pharmacy.

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    For most healthy people, the seasonal flu is mostly unpleasant. However, if you have a serious long term health condition if you have a BMI over 40, you are at particular risk from the more serious effects of flu.

  8. Access to NHS Dental Services during the Christmas and New Year period

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    Tiered restrictions in response to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic may differ according to where someone lives. Dental practices will continue to provide services over the Christmas and New Year period although opening hours for practices may vary.

  9. Tell us your experiences of caring during the coronavirus pandemic

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    During the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic there have been many changes to health, care and support services, which will have affected those who provide informal (unpaid) care to family and friends. We would like to know about your experiences.

  10. Residents are praised for their resilience and compliance this year as the Government reluctantly announces the escalation of Northamptonshire to Tier 3 of the COVID-19 alert system - starting on Boxing day

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    Today’s decision is based on the latest available coronavirus data, the rapid rise in case rates of COVID-19 and is in line with the measures set out in the Government’s COVID-19 Winter Plan.

  11. Care Quality Commission

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the inspector and regulator for health and adult social care facilities in England.

  12. VoiceAbility

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    VoiceAbility provide advocacy for people who need help to have their voice heard and to make complaints to health and social care services.

  13. Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)

    Advice and Information -

    Find Help with Debt, Benefits, Housing, Employment and other common issues.

  14. Countywide services

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  15. Care Choices

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    Need to know more about care and care services in Northamptonshire? Care providers and care homes in the county are listed in the Northamptonshire Care Services Directory.

  16. Call Care

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    Call Care supports individuals and their family in maintaining a healthy, safe and independent life in their own home.

  17. Residents in Northamptonshire are officially told to ‘Stay at Home, Protect the NHS and Save Lives’

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    The national lockdown restrictions are now in place until further review.

  18. Support At Home - British Red Cross Independent Living Services

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    British Red Cross offer short-term practical and emotional support to help people improve their wellbeing and quality of life and live independently in their community. Their services are tailored to each person’s needs and goals.

  19. Elderly Care: A Guide for Families New to Caring

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    SuperCarers (a UK organisation that helps families find the best possible elderly care option) has created a guide for families new to caring for elderly loved ones.

  20. AccessAble Online Accessibility Checker

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    The Accessibility Checker provides accessibility information for many venues in Northamptonshire.

  21. Professional Standards Authority

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    The Professional Standards Authority helps to protect the public through their work with organisations that register and regulate people working in health and social care.

  22. Armed Forces Covenant Northamptonshire

    Advice and Information -

    The Armed Forces Covenant Northamptonshire website provides information and advice on support services available within the county for the Armed Forces community and their families.

  23. Information on Modern Slavery

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    Modern slavery is the illegal exploitation of people for personal or commercial gain. It covers a wide range of abuse and exploitation including sexual exploitation, domestic servitude, forced labour, criminal exploitation and organ harvesting.

  24. Supporting Independence Programme

    Advice and Information -

    Each year, around one in three people over the age of 65 has a fall, resulting in significant injury. Falls are not an inevitable part of growing older, and there are lots of things you can do to help reduce the risk of falling.

  25. ACTS Amputee Support Group

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    ACTS is a group set up by Amputees in the Northampton area to provide support, advice and friendship to other Amputees and those who care for them.

  26. Update on COVID-19 vaccination programme in Northamptonshire

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    Our vaccination capacity continues to grow in Northamptonshire with GP-led community vaccination services now up and running across all seven of our county's districts and boroughs, and more set to open by the end of this week.

  27. Pharmacy Inspection Report website

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    Members of the public can now find out if a pharmacy inspected since April 2019 has met or has not met all of the standards for registered pharmacies.

  28. Empowering patients to stay independent after a broken bone

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    Strong bones after 50 is a guide that provides jargon-free information to patients and carers for supporting older people who have broken a bone following a fall.

  29. British Heart Foundation Heart Support Group

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    British Heart Foundation hosts Heart Support Groups, bringing hope and a healthier lifestyle to thousands of patients and carers across England and Wales.

  30. Advice app for Carers

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    Agylia Care is a new social enterprise that has recently launched an app and online service for Carers. Agylia Care worked closely with two national charities to introduce this service and make it available free for Carers to use.

  31. Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire are seeking the views on COVID-19 and lockdown from young people in Northamptonshire

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    A survey designed by volunteers of Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire is looking to seek the views and experiences of young people aged between 11 and 19 during the Coronavirus pandemic.

  32. COVID-19 vaccination advice and information

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    Find more information about the COVID-19 vaccination programme here.

  33. NHS 111 First - We would like to hear your views and feedback!

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    Have you heard of or used the new NHS 111 First service? Please tell us about your views and experiences.

  34. Healthwatch Rutland is looking to hire a Community Engagement Officer based in Oakham

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    Healthwatch Rutland have an exciting opportunity for someone to join their team to lead on the development of their volunteer base and to facilitate engagement and involvement of local people in their work.

  35. Advice on the complaints process for healthcare organisations

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    The Department of Health and Social Care are aware that due to the ongoing pressures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, some healthcare organisations are encountering significant pressure on staff time.

  36. Lateral Flow Device Testing Launches in Northamptonshire

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    Two new community COVID-19 Lateral Flow Device Testing Centres have opened in Northamptonshire this week. Lateral Flow Device testing is otherwise known as rapid testing, and is used in people who do not have symptoms of COVID-19.

  37. Public Health officials praise Northamptonshire’s residents for staying at home, protecting the NHS and saving lives

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    Public Health officials praise Northamptonshire’s residents for staying at home, protecting the NHS and saving lives as COVID-19 cases continue to display a steady drop during national lockdown.

  38. Do you know anyone who could benefit from a GP Access card?

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    Previously known as My Right to Healthcare, GP Access cards allow people who aren't registered with a GP practice, have no fixed address or identification to communicate their right to healthcare.

  39. COVID-19 vaccination information event supporting Black, Asian, African and African-Caribbean Communities in Northamptonshire

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    Northants Black Communities Together and Northamptonshire Health and Care Partnership are holding a joint online event to answer your questions on the COVID-19 vaccine.

  40. What can your NHS dentist do for you? - Guidance from NHS England

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    NHS England and NHS Improvement has produced this national guidance leaflet to help explain how NHS dental services work

  41. Gluten Free Food Supply in Northamptonshire

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    Your feedback is sought by NHS England and Improvement about the prescribing of gluten free food by pharmacies in Northamptonshire.

  42. Update on access to NHS Dental Services in the Midlands - March 2021

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    We are aware that people in Northamptonshire are finding it difficult to access NHS dental treatment and we are discussing the issues with NHS England. The NHS England Midlands Dental Commissioning Team have sent us the following new update.

  43. Update on Coronavirus testing

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    Since testing for COVID-19 first became available in Northamptonshire in May last year, the range and volume of testing sites has increased significantly.

  44. Step 2 on the government’s ‘roadmap’ back to freedom came into effect Monday

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    From Monday 12 April, residents of Northamptonshire and across England will take Step 2 on the four-step ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown.

  45. Northampton Prostate Cancer Support Group

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    Supporting men with prostate cancer and their families in the Northampton Area

  46. Second dose of the life-saving COVID-19 vaccination is vital for maximum protection

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    If you have had the first part of your life-saving COVID-19 vaccination, it’s absolutely vital that you take up the offer of the second part.

  47. COVID-19 Indian variant of concern identified in Northamptonshire

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    In common with many areas of the UK Northamptonshire now has confirmed cases of a variant of concern.