The Government has announced that Healthwatch services in England will be retained and strengthened, reversing previous plans for their abolition. We warmly welcome this decision and the commitment to protecting the independent voice of patients, service users and communities.
Every day, local Healthwatch teams listen to people’s experiences of health and care, particularly those whose voices too often go unheard, and help turn those experiences into meaningful change.
This is good news for local communities and an opportunity to build on the commitment, expertise and relationships that Healthwatch teams have developed. We look forward to helping shape the future of Healthwatch and ensuring local people’s experiences continue to influence real change in health and care.
I have been unable to access an NHS dentist for many months. After speaking to Healthwatch Hampshire, I was able to find information about managing my pain and details for an emergency dentist to help me in the meantime, thank you.
Anonymous Hampshire Resident
Upcoming events
December Advisory Board meetingTue 15 DecBrookvale Village Hall- March Advisory Board meeting.Wed 24 MarThe Pavilion On The Park
Healthcare conversationThu 29 OctCommunity conversation- Dentistry community conversationTue 27 OctCommunity conversation
- Neonatal and maternity care community conversationTue 15 SeptCommunity conversation
- September Advisory Board meetingWed 09 SeptBrockenhurst Community Hub
- June Advisory Board meetingTue 16 JunAndover Community Church