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

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    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.

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

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

  3. Enter and view: Abbeydale Nursing Home

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

  4. Healthwatch Salford Public Board Meeting - February 2023

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  5. Healthwatch Salford Public Board Meeting - April 2023

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

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

  7. Healthwatch Salford Public Board Meeting - June 2023

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  8. Healthwatch Salford Public Board Meeting - August 2023

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  9. Healthwatch Salford Public Board Meeting - December 2023

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

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    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.

  11. Important notice for patients at Walkden Gateway Medical Practice

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

  12. Enter and View: Beechfield Lodge Care Home

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

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

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    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.

  14. Enter and View: Barton Brook Care Home

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    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.

  15. Enter and View: Ecclesholme Nursing Home

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

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

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    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.

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

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    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.

  18. Mind Over Matter Report

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

  19. Summary Report of Enter and View Project

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

  20. Cost of Living Survey

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

  21. Plan for the year ahead 2023/2024

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    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.

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

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    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.

  23. The 'Have your say' Health Fair

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  24. The Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service at Salford

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    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.

  25. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

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    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.

  26. Salford Men's Mental Health Commission

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    Salford men are to be invited to open up about mental health – good, bad, or could be better.

  27. Our Public Board Meeting - Tuesday 27th June 2023 - Supporting Materials

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    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 27th June 2023. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  28. Healthwatch Salford Annual Report 2022-2023

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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.

  29. Updated Home Care Report

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    This project looked at the home care service provided in Salford, ie the provision of care workers providing care for people who receive support in their own home. There are a number of home care agencies commissioned to deliver this service across Salford.

  30. Healthcare travel cost scheme (HTCS)

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    If you're referred to hospital or other NHS premises for specialist NHS treatment or diagnostic tests by a doctor, dentist or another primary care health professional, you may be able to claim a refund of reasonable travel costs under the Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS).

  31. We're proud Supporters of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter

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    Here at Healthwatch Salford, we're proud to have achieved 'Supporter' status for Greater Manchester's Good Employment Charter.

  32. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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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.

  33. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Living with autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  34. Our plan for the year ahead 23/24 - Calendar

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

  35. Healthwatch Salford Annual General Meeting 2023

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  36. Men in Mind Salford

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    Salford Men’s Mental Health Commission is gathering information from men in Salford on what things they do to help them stay mentally well as well as those things that cause stress and low moods.

  37. Living Well Salford Report

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    Living Well Salford is a community mental health service, delivered in partnership between Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH), Mind in Salford, Six Degrees, Wellbeing Matters and START.

  38. What mental health support is available for children and young people?

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    75% of children and young people who experience mental health problems aren't getting the help they need.

  39. S.A.M project Salford Adolescent Minds

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    Are you a young person who is accessing mental health services? Or have a family member who is accessing young persons mental health services?

  40. Where to get mental health support and advice

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    Here are a few great organisations that may be able to help you with advice or support with your mental health.

  41. Salford men invited to take part in Men in Mind survey to help shape mental health support.

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    Men in Salford are being asked about their mental health by the newly created Salford Men’s Mental Health Commission.

  42. Join the Northern Care Alliance's mental health focus group

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    Would you like to help improve outcomes and experience for people with mental health concerns who use Northern Care Alliance hospital services?

  43. Sexual Health services in Salford

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    Are you looking for advice on where to go for sexual health support and information? We've collated together information on services available to Salford residents.

  44. Black History Month: Celebrate Sisterhood

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    Luso Connection UK are organising family day to celebrate and showcase the contribution of Black African in building and strengthening local communities. They aim to learn from & honour the incredible contributions of our Black sisters to local Salford.

  45. What support can I get as a carer?

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    Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.

  46. Healthwatch Salford are number 38 in the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces Index 2023

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    We are thrilled with this tremendous achievement which reflects all our hard work and determination on embedding FREDIE across our organisation.

  47. Our public Board Meeting - Tuesday 12th December 2023 - Supporting Materials

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    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 12th of December 2023. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  48. Can I access my GP records online?

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    From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

  49. Autumn/Winter Cost of Living Survey

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    Healthwatch England reports that the continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  50. Cost of Living - Spring 2023 Report

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    An insight report looking at how the cost of living may have affected the health and wellbeing of people living in Salford.