1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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).

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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?

  14. 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.

  15. 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.

  16. 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?

  17. 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.

  18. 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.

  19. 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.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

  22. 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.

  23. 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.

  24. 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.

  25. Nominate your Greater Manchester health and care champions!

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    The Greater Manchester Health and Care Champion Awards are back for 2024 and we are thrilled to be recognising those who regularly go above and beyond to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of Greater Manchester.

  26. What is measles and who can get the vaccine?

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    Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

  27. What our Knowledge & Support Officer, Elyse has been up to this January...

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    This January our Knowledge & Support Officer, Elyse has been running 5k every day, rain, snow or sunshine, to raise funds for Anthony Nolan.

  28. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Pathway to CAMHS survey

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester are interested in hearing from parents and carers who have supported children and young people to access (or trying to access) Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

  29. Design the front cover of our report on young people’s mental health services in Salford

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    Healthwatch Salford is producing a report on young people’s mental health services in Salford, and as part of this, we are running a competition for young people (18 years and under) living in Salford to create a picture for the cover of the report.

  30. Staff Wellbeing Days

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    Here at Healthwatch Salford, employee wellbeing is at the heart of everything that we do, as we are an organisation which works to create a culture of openness and support within the workplace.

  31. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England.

  32. Healthwatch Salford Spotlight: Rare Disease Day 2024

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    Today is Rare Disease Day, the official international awareness-raising campaign for rare diseases, observed annually on the last day of February.

  33. Our public Board Meeting - Tuesday 5th March - Supporting Materials

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    Below you can find the papers for the Board Meeting on the 5th of March 2024. The agenda and papers relating to this meeting will be available here 5 working days before the meeting.

  34. The passing of Sue Fisher - Volunteer and Disability Campaigner

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    It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Sue Fisher, a volunteer at Healthwatch Salford and a passionate disability campaigner in Salford.

  35. What the new dental recovery plan means for you

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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.

  36. Healthwatch Salford Spotlight: Young Carers Action Day

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    Young carers in Salford call for a fair future and demand more support from local and national government on Young Carers Action Day today (13 March).

  37. An update from the Healthwatch Salford Board of Trustees

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    There have been some exciting updates from the board here at Healthwatch Salford.

  38. Healthwatch Salford Spotlight: World Parkinson's Day

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    World Parkinson’s Day takes place on 11 April every year to raise awareness of Parkinson's.

  39. What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?

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    The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  40. Our Plan for the year ahead - 2024/2025

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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. This plan builds on last year’s work and aligns with our refreshed organisational strategy.

  41. Healthwatch Salford Strategy 2024-2029

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    Healthwatch Salford was established under the Health and Social Care Act 2012 to understand the needs, experiences, and concerns of people who use health and social care services and to speak out on their behalf.
    This is our high-level strategy which will feed into a lower-level plan for the year, which we revise and publish annually.

  42. Healthwatch Salford publish their Strategy and Plan for the Year Ahead 2024-2025

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    Healthwatch Salford have published their latest Strategy for 2024-2029. This high-level strategy feeds into a lower-level plan for the year, which has also been published alongside the Strategy.

  43. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  44. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  45. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  46. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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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.

  47. Diabetes Week

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  48. Carers Week

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  49. Men's Health Week

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  50. World Blood Donor Day

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