1. 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.

  2. What is adult social care?

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    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  3. Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent Annual Report 2012/13

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    In the city we have 53 GP Surgeries, 122 Care homes (nursing and residential) 70 Pharmacies, 37 Dental Practices, 30 Opticians.

  4. World Alzheimer's Month 2022

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    Each September is a global opportunity to raise awareness, educate, support and to challenge the stigma surrounding Alzheimer's disease and all the types of dementia.

  5. Shaping our workplan: What matters to you?

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    Each year, your local Healthwatch puts together a work programme that reflects the health and social care needs of the area.

  6. Parkinson's Provision

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    This report provides an analysis of Parkinson’s Provision in and around Stoke-
    on-Trent from a service user perspective.

  7. Priority project: Carers survey is now closed.

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    Our priority project on carers is now coming to a close.

  8. Living with Parkinson's Disease Report

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    We spoke to 39 people in Stoke-on-Trent who are either living with Parkinson's disease or are a carer for someone who is. We found out about their experiences of receiving support, care and treatment.

  9. Who Cares for the Carers?

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    Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent is the city’s independent health and social care champion. We are here to listen to the experiences of local people using local health and care services and about the issues that matter to the people of Stoke-on-Trent.

  10. How to look after yourself whilst caring for someone else

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    Each day 6,000 people become carers. Looking after a loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting so it's vital that you get the support you need. Find out how you can make sure you look after yourself.

  11. What support can I get as a carer?

    Advice and Information -

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

  12. How can you provide better care to diabetes patients? - Healthwatch England

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    Four areas where you can improve support for people diagnosed with diabetes.

  13. People are your partners in care, so involve them in shaping services - Healthwatch England

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    Chris McCann, Director of Communications Insight and Campaigns at Healthwatch England, explains the role people can play in improving health outcomes in their communities.

  14. Building Better Opportunities Event

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    We are working in collaboration with The Royal Association for Deaf People to organise an inclusive event with BSL interpreters as part of their Building Better Opportunities (BBO) project.

  15. Strut Safe – Helpline to Keep People Company When Walking Home Alone

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    Strut Safe is a free phone service in the UK to help people who need to feel safe and supported when walking home late at night.

  16. Virtual Visit to the Royal Stoke University Hospital Fracture Clinic

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    Due to the outbreak of the Coronavirus Pandemic and the former suspension of the Enter and View Programme, Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent took the opportunity to pilot a series of virtual visits to ensure that public conversations, experiences and concerns can continually be shared with their local Healthwatch.

  17. ECS Stoke Citizens Inquiry Community Event

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    If you have concerns or ideas on how to improve the community's health and wellbeing, join one of ECS's upcoming Stoke Citizens Inquiry Community Events.

  18. ‘Review culture’ is on the rise, yet only one in ten feed back on health services.

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    Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent appeals for more people to feedback on NHS care.

  19. Only 7% of people had a good understanding of gynaecological symptoms before experiencing them

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    When asked if they had a good understanding of gynaecological issues before it happened to them or a friend or family member:
    • Only 5% said they had a good understanding of gynaecological cancers
    • Only 7% said they had a good understanding of gynaecological symptoms
    • 5% said they had a good understanding of HPV (human papilloma virus)
    • 15% said they had a good understanding of cervical screening

  20. How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.