What did we hear in December 2024? What action has been taken?
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.
Report
Enter and View Report: Queen Elizabeth Hospital Urgent Treatment Centre
Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report providing insight into the experiences and perspectives of people visiting the Urgent Treatment Centre at Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Report
Adebayo’s story: “Befriending is not just about fighting loneliness – it’s about feeling connected, remembered, and respected.”
Adebayo, a Healthwatch Greenwich volunteer, shares his experiences providing befriending support to his 85-year-old client, Victor.
Blog
Improving Mental Wellbeing in Priority Communities: 'Be Well Support'
In collaboration with Be Well (South London Listens) and Greenwich Public Health, Healthwatch Greenwich is leading ‘Be Well Support’.
News
Lana's story: “Knowing I could make even a small impact, just by listening and being there for her, feels incredibly rewarding”
Lana, a Healthwatch Greenwich volunteer, shares her experiences providing befriending support to her 83-year-old client, Emma.
Blog
Someone I love has died - where can I find support?
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
Advice and Information
Emma's story: "I miss going out, meeting people, and just having someone to talk to”
Emma spent her life in Greenwich building a successful career as a seamstress and enjoying a wonderful family life with her husband, Thomas, and their daughter, Elaine. But when Thomas passed away and with Elaine living far away, loneliness quickly became Emma's constant companion. Discovering Healthwatch Greenwich's Befriending support, while not solving all her challenges, was a way for Emma to find much-needed connection.
Blog
What did we hear in November 2024? What action has been taken?
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.
Report
Breast and cervical screening invitations to be sent via NHS App
On Tuesday, 12 November, NHS England announced the rollout of a new booking and reminder service for breast and cervical screening. Starting next month, women will receive invitations for breast and cervical screening through the NHS App.
News
Where can I go for diabetes care in Greenwich?
Diabetes is one of the most common diseases affecting all age groups. Find out what local support is available to people at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Advice and Information
"Healthwatch Greenwich introduced me to the idea that health support goes beyond individual medical appointments; it encompasses supporting individuals and their families, health choices, and communities, creating spaces where help is accessible by all"
Abby Thomas, a Healthwatch Greenwich intern, shares her journey contributing to the work at Healthwatch Greenwich and helping to strengthen local health and care services.
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South East London Healthwatch Insights
Find reports and research studies from South East London Healthwatch.
Advice and Information