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Health leaders have updated that patients currently registered at Spalding GP Surgery will start to be transferred over to their new GP practice from the beginning of February.News -
Read the latest HWLincs News - January 2023News -
Have Your Say - NHS Priorities for the next Five Years webinarNews -
A GP surgery in Lincoln plans to relocate to a new premises in the city and is asking patients to share their views.Advice and Information -
Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important.News -
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 plannedReport -
What you told us about social care 2021 - 2022Report -
Lincolnshire people have made it clear that NHS dentistry needs to be improved – so it’s affordable and accessible. Read more about our evidence and what changes we’re calling for the NHS and Government to make.News -
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.Advice and Information -
Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.News -
Local health and care champion, Healthwatch Lincolnshire marks the difference the public have made to improve NHS and social care services.News -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire 10th Anniversary - To mark this important milestone, Healthwatch Lincolnshire is celebrating the contribution of its Healthwatch Heroes - Volunteer Carol LintinNews -
Thanks to you, our Healthwatch Heroes, we're making care better for everyone.
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Volunteer to career (VtC) is a new pathway within Lincolnshire Community
Health Service existing volunteer serviceReport -
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 -
A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.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 -
Patients to benefit from faster, more convenient care, under major new GP access recovery planReport -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Jan - Mar 2023 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedNews -
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.News -
EMAS is proud to provide non-emergency patient transport service (NEPTS) in Lincolnshire from Saturday 1 July 2023Report -
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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Last year Healthwatch England commissioned Panelbase to conduct an online survey of two distinct groups who had an appointment with their GP practice in the past 12 months. Here is the results of the Lincolnshire respondents.Report -
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 -
Accidents and injuries can happen anytime, anywhere, including within the safety of your own home. Having a well-stocked first aid kit readily available is crucial for handling minor injuries and providing immediate care before professional medical help arrives. In this article, we will discuss the essential supplies you should have in your first aid kit at home to ensure the safety and well-being of your family members.Response -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire responds to new report calling for fundamental reform of NHS dental careReport -
Read our full report on ULHT A&E Mystery Shopping Enter and View A&E Activity - Jan 2023News -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire is pleased to announce we are working in partnership with the Adult Social Care Team, Lincolnshire County Council and our next YourVoice@Healthwatch is to be held on Monday 7 August 2023 as a face to face Event, with all encouraged to attend.Report -
Read Lincolnshire peoples experiences of Urgent & Emergency Care (including UTCs and Patient transport)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.Advice and Information -
Living in a care home can increase your risk of oral health problems. That's why knowing what questions to ask care staff about your oral health or loved ones can prevent problems from developing.Advice and Information -
Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.Report -
What prevents people from accessing digital services and sharing their experiences of care with the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?Report -
Glebe House supports a total of 24 people, 12 with residential care and 12 through a unique re-enablement pathway. Read the report from our recent Enter and View visitReport -
Read the report Healthwatch Lincolnshire shared with the Integrated Care Board in July 2023Advice and Information -
People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.Advice and Information -
Some common conditions that people seek GP appointments for will get better within a short time or can be treated with over-the-counter medicines from a pharmacy.Report -
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.News -
The September meeting of our Steering Group will be a meeting in public (virtually through Zoom). Where you will have the opportunity to ask us questions as well as listening in to our current work and future plans.Report -
Our Annual Plan outlines our plans and what we want to achieve in our 2023-24 contract year.Advice and Information -
Helpful links to services provided, commissioned or funded by the Council include to support those effected by the cost of living crisis.Blog -
Response from Lincolnshire County Council to Healthwatch Lincolnshire report “Cost of Living: the impact on health and careNews -
A date has now been confirmed for the opening of a new 24/7 Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Grantham and District Hospital, which has been long awaited by patients and the public.