February 2026 Edition: Healthwatch Lincolnshire E-News
How is health and social care working for you?
Our major study continues to take the pulse of health and care in Lincolnshire with our survey for everyone in the county.
We’ve heard from hundreds of people already but if you’ve not yet completed it, check out the new-look version that lets you jump straight to the area most relevant to you.
What it’s like to use services with sensory loss in Lincolnshire
We’re proud to preview the findings of our project that looked at the experiences of health and care services for people with sensory loss.
Huge thanks to everyone who shared their views.
Make a difference to carers
HWLincs is inviting carers to share their experiences by taking part in a new survey focused on information and support for people affected by cancer.
The project aims to support:
- Carers who are caring for someone living with or beyond cancer
- Carers who have cancer themselves
Join the Lincolnshire Research Network
The Lincolnshire Research Network connects local people and communities with health and wellbeing research and innovation taking place across Lincolnshire.
By signing up to the Lincolnshire Research Network newsletter, you can stay informed about research happening locally and learn about opportunities to share your views, experiences, or take part in research.
JOIN THE LINCOLNSHIRE RESEARCH NETWORK
Young people’s asthma survey
A new survey has launched to hear from children or people under 25, or parents / carers of young people living with asthma in Lincolnshire.
This survey is run by Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Partnership.
How to register with a GP and what you need to take
You've told us that you've experienced problems registering with a GP.
This article explains more about how to register with a GP, what your rights are and what to do if you're refused the right to register.
Get Involved
We have volunteer, trustee and Healthwatch Steering Group opportunities available. Find out more through volunteer@hwlincs.co.uk
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Share your care with our information signposting team
Have you or your loved ones experienced Lincolnshire health and social care services in the last month? However it went, we would like to hear about it.
Click the link below to fill out our webform or call 01205 820 892 / email info@healthwatchlincolnshire.co.uk
Do you need advice or guidance on a health or social care issue?
Contact the team online or call 01205 820 892 / email info@healthwatchlincolnshire.co.uk
