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It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.News -
Over 200 community projects have supported 30,000 people in Lincolnshire with their mental health and wellbeing since 2012.News -
How well do the health and care services work together?News -
NHS staff and volunteers who are a making difference to the lives of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and autism in Lincolnshire will be recognised for their hard work at an awards ceremony in July.Report -
During April 2022 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 94 patient experiences.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Jan - Mar 2022 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedReport -
Find out what we got up to in 2021-22 and read about our plans for the future. As always, we’ve done our best this year to put your voices at the heart of health and social care.Report -
Care Quality Commission Integrated Care System Brief Report prepared by Healthwatch LincolnshireNews -
A delegation from Taiwan, today (Monday 4 July) visited Lincoln’s Bridge Central Community Hub to learn how the NHS team have developed the current system of patient care in LincolnshireNews -
A total of 42 new integrated care systems (ICS) come into force today.News -
Jo lives with mental health challenges, including depression and borderline personality disorder. They share their story of waiting for the right support and explain how the NHS could improve their life.Blog -
Ian shares his story of trying to access mental health support and its impact on his wellbeing. Do you have an account that NHS services could learn from?Report -
Update on the key issues you shared with us over the last 12 months - July 2022Report -
During June 2022 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 93 patient experiences.News -
Two NHS workers who help people struggling with their mental health by sharing their own experiences are encouraging others to do the same.News -
Join us for the presentation of the Healthwatch Annual Report and future plans. In addition following the presentation we will be running our YourVoice@healthwatch event where you can have your say and ask your question about health and social careAdvice and Information -
Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) 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.News -
Substance misuse family support surveyNews -
A new Medical Director has been appointed at Lincolnshire’s mental health, learning disability and autism NHS trust.News -
What an impressive turnout we had on the 26 October at The Storehouse in Skegness for our joint Healthwatch Annual Report Presentations and Yourvoice@healthwatch round table event.Report -
During September 2022 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 87 patient experiences.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Apr - June 2022 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedNews -
HWLincs is working with Healthwatch Lincolnshire to start a one-to-one conversation with local Lincolnshire people who have had an experience of a unmet social care need.News -
The rising cost of living (rising household energy bills, inflation and interest rates) is adversely affecting people’s mental health and wellbeing. Many charities and campaign groups are warning that people on the lowest and lower incomes have been hit the hardest.Advice and Information -
In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is beginning to hit home for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.News -
A mental health worker at Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT) has won a national Positive, Compassionate and Inclusive Award, open to nominations for all NHS Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) across the entire country.News -
Mental health professionals from Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT) are urging people to make time to talk on Thursday 2 February.News -
Have Your Say - NHS Priorities for the next Five Years webinarNews -
Residents with memory problems can now benefit from new NHS video call memory assessments.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Oct - Dec 2022 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedNews -
Tuesday 21 March marks World Social Work Day 2023 and the perfect opportunity to recognise and thank social workers supporting people in Lincolnshire to live the best lives they can.Report -
The rising cost of living (rising household energy bills, inflation and interest rates) is adversely affecting people’s mental health and wellbeing.Advice and Information -
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.News -
Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust’s (LPFT) two new adult mental health wards at the Peter Hodgkinson Centre in Lincoln have been shortlisted for two Design in Mental Health Awards.Report -
Find out what we got up to in 2022-23 and read about our plans for the future. As always, we’ve done our best this year to put your voices at the heart of health and social care.Report -
This report, shares the questions raised at the Boston Community Group and the responses from the providers and commissioners of the services - Engagement Report Q&A- May 2023
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In October 2022, Healthwatch England launched a national survey to gain insight into maternal mental health care – what is working well and what needs to be improved? We were only recently sent the local data and this report explores the findings from Lincolnshire, whereby 21 women shared their experiences.
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During May 2023 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 80 patient experiences directly to our Information Signposting Officer. This report shares what Lincolnshire people having been told us during May 2023 as well as updates on areas of our work.Advice and Information -
The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.Report -
Read the report Healthwatch Lincolnshire shared with the Integrated Care Board in July 2023Report -
During July 2023 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 103 patient experiences directly to our Information Signposting Officer. This report shares what Lincolnshire people having been told us during July 2023 as well as updates on areas of our work.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Apr - Jun 2023 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedNews -
Find out more about our Community Mental Health survey, and get involved by sharing your experience of mental health services. We need your voice to make positive change!News -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire is pleased to announce that our Forward Vision Event is being held on 31st October 2023 in Lincoln.Report -
Our Annual Plan outlines our plans and what we want to achieve in our 2023-24 contract year.Blog -
Response from Lincolnshire County Council to Healthwatch Lincolnshire report “Cost of Living: the impact on health and careAdvice and Information -
In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is challenging for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Jul - Sept 2023 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedAdvice and Information -
Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.