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Saddleworth resident, Gen Buckley, who lost her father and brother early to bowel cancer, is urging Greater Manchester citizens to support new health research by sharing their ideas about saving lives from cancer.Report -
We visited Haylands residential home for gentleman to talk to staff and residents and observe the practices for a day. This report contains our findings and recommendations we put to the service for improvements.News -
It is undeniably a this is a difficult topic and there is no obligation to take part.News -
Trafford council is seeking views of residents aged 50 or over to ensure the borough continues to be a great place to live and grow old.News -
The NHS has today launched a call for views on how targeted amendments to the law could help local and national health organisations work together more effectively to improve services for patients.News -
Members of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust have a vital role, through their elected representatives (Governors), in helping to influence decisions and shape the future development of our services.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 28 February 2019News -
The NHS faces a growing demand for its services. More people have long-term conditions for which they need ongoing support. Illnesses linked to inequality and to lifestyle choices are also adding to the pressure on the NHS.Report -
Experiences of the NHS in Trafford over the last 70 years and suggestions for the future.Advice and Information -
People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.News -
Share your views to help improve support for people with a learning disability or autism in Trafford and Greater Manchester.Report -
We carried out a visit to Four Oaks care home to talk to staff and residents and observe their practices. This report contains our findings and recommendations we put to the service for improvements.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 25 April 2019Report -
Update of our work across April and May 2019.Report -
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) report.Report -
Our fifth Annual report, covering April 2018 to March 2019.Advice and Information -
Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.Report -
Update of our work across June and July 2019.Report -
Working with local Healthwatch across Greater Manchester, we asked the public for their views on what support the NHS should be providing for the next ten years.News -
If you are a child or young person in Trafford in care or who are using aftercare services and feel you need some help or advice, the Children’s Rights Service can help you.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 29 August 2019Advice and Information -
In Trafford there is a lot of help and support to help you get the advice and support you need to maintain your sexual health.Advice and Information -
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.Report -
Update of our work across August and September 2019.Report -
We carried out an enter and view at Kara House residential home, speaking to residents, staff and their families. This report highlights our findings from the visit and the recommendations we put to the service for improvements.Report -
A report looking into the public perception of Trafford General Hospital.Advice and Information -
We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.Report -
We visited Ferrol Lodge to view their service and talk to residents, family members and staff. We have produced this report with our findings and recommendations to the service.Report -
Our summer update for 2019.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 31 October 2019News -
During May to June 2019 we asked our Trafford Healthwatch 100 panel for their views of the services available at Trafford General Hospital and the future of the hospital.Report -
We entered this service and viewed how it worked and talked to residents, staff and family members. We produced this report of our findings and issued some recommendations to the service for improvements.Advice and Information -
Finding a suitable care home can be very tricky. Take a look at our guide to see what you need to consider.Report -
A report looking at the services that people in Trafford were impressed by.Report -
Update of our work across October and November 2019.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 19 December 2019.Report -
Update of our work across October and November 2022.News -
Healthwatch England's new data shows a worrying increase in the number of people avoiding vital care. They are calling for urgent action from government and health and care services to ensure rising costs are not a barrier to healthcare.News -
“My world collapsed when I was told I had cervical cancer. I thought my three-year-old son was going to be left without a mum and I would be dead at 25.”News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated The Elms in Middleton, Manchester, inadequate and placed it in special measures following an inspection in November.Report -
Read Healthwatch Trafford’s latest research into what local people think of services generally across Trafford.News -
Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services are being renamed as NHS Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression, following a public consultation.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 26 January 2023Report -
A report investigating the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Trafford residents due to changes in accessing Occupational Therapy (OT) services, adaptations, and equipmentAdvice and Information -
We have compiled a list of resources for people looking to access LGBTQ+ support groups, information, and helplines, as well as some resources specifically for young people and parents. Not all of these are Trafford-specific.News -
NHS cuts elective backlog with longest waiters down a quarter in one month. Read the response.News -
Industrial action by junior doctors and dentists working in hospitals is taking place for 72 hours from 7am on Monday March 12th to 7am on Thursday March 16th and will impact all hospitals across Greater Manchester and some GP servicesReport -
Update of our work across December 2022 and January 2023.News -
In the North West Ambulance Service region, the GMB, Unison and Unite unions balloted their members for industrial action and met the legal threshold to take action.