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Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide. -
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To enable more people to have their voices heard we have launched a new project called ‘The Network’ which will enable existing community health support and social groups to have a direct link with us at Healthwatch Salford. -
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Salford’s health and care system is launching a ‘big reset’ and people living and working in the city are being asked to join in the conversation and share their views. -
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Dental practices across Salford are to sign up to become more family friendly, as part of a new scheme to improve children’s oral health. -
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Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic. -
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Dr Shan Ellahi, Project Lead (Office of Chief Dental Officer), is managing a national project on the commissioning standard for Unscheduled Dental Care which will form the basis for Primary Care dental services to be in line with the national plans. -
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In Healthwatch England's latest briefing, they share what over 1,300 people have told them across the Healthwatch network about their experience of NHS dentistry during July and September 2020. -
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The ‘Big Check-Up’ is our new project looking into dental matters following daily feedback from Salford residents as well one of the outcomes from our Priorities Survey 2021. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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The Big Check Up evaluated 447 patients’ experiences of Salford’s dentistry services. The report found that people in Salford have struggled to find a dentist taking on NHS patient and that, for many, private treatment was too expensive. -
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For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP. -
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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.
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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. -
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Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need. -
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If you live in Salford, we have a simple question for you about your dental services. Don’t worry, you won’t need to share any personal information. -
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Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment. -
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Healthwatch Salford hosted a series of listening sessions wherein frontline staff and managers from provider organisations came together to discuss their thoughts on the way homecare is currently delivered. -
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Bourke Gardens is a purpose built scheme comprising of 56 private one and two bedroom apartments designed for Independent living and was visited unanncounced on the 24th September 2018. -
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Amblecote Gardens Extra Care Housing Enter and View report September 2018 - updated with revisit notes -
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Mount Carmel Court Extra Care Housing Enter and View report September 2018 - updated with revisit notes -
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Moores House Extra Care Housing Enter and View report August to September 2018 - updated with revisit notes. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to the Fountains Care Home, a residential care home with places for up to 98 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Heartly Green Residential Home, a residential and nursing care home with places for up to 30 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Abbeydale Nursing Home, a nursing care home with places for up to 24 residents. -
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On 23rd January 2018, Healthwatch Salford undertook an Enter and View visit to the Alderwood Care Home to engage with residents of the home and understand their experience of living there and identify examples of good practice. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Astley Court, a communal housing scheme that enable older people over 55, and others who require extra support, to continue to live independently with flexible support and security. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Pemberton Fold, a residential care home with places for up to 60 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Beech House, a residential care home with places for up to 36 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Beenstock Home, a residential care home with places for up to 26 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Harmony House, a residential care home with places for up to 12 residents. -
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This was an announced Enter and View visit. The Authorised Representatives collected feedback from residents, relatives and staff about multiple aspects of the home, such as the environment, management, food and drink, activities, culture, and staff. -
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This report looks at small scale, in depth patient feedback. Seven people across the range of services were interviewed by a Healthwatch Engagement Worker about their experience of using the intermediate care services. -
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Healthwatch Salford are seeking the views of relatives and friends of residents in Salford care homes to tell us their views and comments of the care received and of the home itself. -
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Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice. -
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All care home residents in Salford who were willing to get the vaccine have now been given the COVID-19 vaccine. -
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Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Heath Cottage Care Home, which has places for up to 28 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Newlands Care Home, a care home with places for up to 30 residents. -
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Healthwatch Salford carried out an Enter and View visit to Cherrytrees Care Home, a care home with places for up to 32 residents. -
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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. -
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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. -
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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. -
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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. -
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This summary report reflects on the seven Enter and View visits that took place from September 2022 and March 2023.