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Tim is a 75-year-old man living with dementia, and Mandy, his 72-year-old wife, has been his primary carer for years. In April, feeling overwhelmed and in need of respite, Mandy contacted Eleanor Care for additional support with Tim's daily needs. But Mandy’s experience with the service has led to a catalogue of issues, leaving her feeling more burdened than relieved.

Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report capturing our work on delivering a short-term befriending service for Greenwich residents.

Today, the NHS will send invitations to over 1 million parents and carers of 2- and 3-year-olds to book the flu vaccine. The vaccine is crucial for preventing serious illnesses and hospitalisations during the winter months.

Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

On Friday, 30 August, the government announced the rollout of a life-saving health check programme in workplaces across the country. The new NHS Health Check programme will help protect people from diseases such as heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes.

Changing Places are toilets designed to provide extra facilities for people with severe or multiple disabilities.

Nicky shares her emotional journey, beginning with a pregnancy in 2022.

Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

Read and download the full report at the end of this page.