by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Oct 25, 2023 | News, Publications
In our latest report, we use feedback from Gloucestershire residents to answer the question: ‘How can people’s social care needs be better assessed and supported?’ In response to public concerns and confusion surrounding social care, we undertook a public...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Sep 27, 2023 | News, Publications
In our latest report, we highlight how the rising cost of living is affecting people’s health, calling on those responsible for health and care in the county to improve support for those struggling to stay well. As concerns about the cost of living continue to...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Jun 29, 2023 | News, Publications
Last year (April 2022-March 2023), Healthwatch Gloucestershire supported 2,700 people to have their say on health and social care and to get information and advice about local services. In its latest Annual Report, Together we’re making health and social care better,...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Jun 12, 2023 | News, Publications
As demand and waiting times for young people’s mental health services continues to grow, we publish a new report about the social support that’s available locally, calling for more to be done to help young people manage their mental health. Our report presents young...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | May 24, 2023 | News, Publications
Healthwatch Gloucestershire has published a report revealing that poor communication in health and social care services is negatively impacting on the quality of care people experience. The report, based on feedback from over 150 people and several service providers,...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | May 17, 2023 | News, Publications
Healthwatch Gloucestershire has published a new report calling on NHS and social care providers to improve how they use digital technology to make services more accessible, particularly for those who are currently unable or reluctant to use digital options. Digital...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Feb 10, 2023 | News, Publications
Report on people’s experiences of the autism service highlights long waits for assessment and the need for greater awareness and support A new report by local health and social care champion, Healthwatch Gloucestershire, highlights the experiences of adults with...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Sep 27, 2022 | News, Publications
New report shows patients want clear communication, a choice of consultation methods, and personalised joined-up care In a new report out today, Healthwatch Gloucestershire shines a spotlight on people’s experiences of accessing care through their GP, highlighting...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Aug 31, 2022 | News, Publications
Healthwatch Gloucestershire’s new report focuses on people’s experiences of finding and using paid care at home services in the county, highlighting some common issues and areas for improvement. Earlier this year, 57 people shared their experiences via focus group...
by Healthwatch Gloucestershire | Jun 30, 2022 | News, Publications
Last year (April 2021-March 2022), Healthwatch Gloucestershire supported more than 2,850 people to have their say on health and social care and to get the right information and advice about local services. In its latest Annual Report, Championing what matters to you,...
