March 2026 Edition: Healthwatch Lincolnshire E-News
New Life Conference Centre, Sleaford, NG34 7JP
Following the success of the 2025 VOICE Conference, HWLincs are bringing professionals and the public together again in May 2026. The day will begin around 9.30am with the release of the State of Health and Care in Lincolnshire findings and launch of the charity's new strategy. The day will run through to 2.30pm with workshops and presentations covering the VOICE PLEDGE that was developed last year, promotion of research taken place over the year and demonstrations of how partners have engaged with communities.
There will be chance to reflect on the importance of public voice in the 10-Year Health Plan and contribute to shaping what the future looks like for public voice and community engagement in Lincolnshire and beyond. Bookings will open shortly, watch out for the announcement and if you want to discuss this event or you would like us to include your work with public engagement please get in touch.
State of Health and Care in Lincolnshire
By sharing your experiences, you will help Healthwatch Lincolnshire to identify what’s working well and where improvements are needed. Your feedback is used to influence those who plan, deliver and monitor services across Lincolnshire, including the NHS, local councils, and care providers.
There are several surveys to choose from, so be sure to select the most relevant survey to you, so that you can make the biggest difference possible.
Help with Living with a Long-Term Condition in Lincolnshire
Living with a long-term health condition affects more than just your medical appointments. Find out what local support is available in Lincolnshire to help you manage day-to-day life.
Help Us Reach People with Sight or Hearing Loss
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board, working in partnership with Lincolnshire County Council and Healthwatch Lincolnshire, is gathering lived-experience feedback to understand how people with sensory loss experience health and care services. The insights collected will help shape improvements, reduce inequalities, and remove barriers to access.
The survey is open until 13 March, and every response makes a difference
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
Need emergency contraception, advice, or a supply of the contraceptive pill? Visit your pharmacy
Oral emergency contraception is now available at 98% of community pharmacies in Lincolnshire.
You can arrange in confidence with your pharmacist.
Looking after your mental health all year round
One in four people in the UK have a mental health condition. With everything going on in our daily lives, awareness of our mental health and how to care for ourselves or others is essential.
Get Involved
Get involved and make a difference by joining us on the board, committee, steering group or by becoming a HWLincs volunteer.
In addition we are looking for people to join our Healthwatch Lincolnshire Steering Group to help shape our priorities, guide our work, and ensure local people’s voices are at the heart of what we do.
Get In Touch
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
