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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.Advice and Information -
Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.News -
“It’s the perfect medicine to feel lighter and brighter.” That’s how one woman has described her ‘green prescription’ to an Altrincham-based allotment group which is helping those struggling with anxiety and depression.News -
New research highlights the challenges faced by health and social care services in England and the importance of giving feedback to help improve care.News -
More people completed a full course of NHS talking therapy treatment last year than ever before, despite the pressure on services from the pandemic, according to new figures published recently.Article -
On 29th November we exhibited a video as part of the 100 Voices exhibition at RESET 2021.Article -
Youthwatch Trafford’s Luis attended the 2020 Let’s Talk Youth conference in December – this is his report on the session from 1st December, ‘Let’s Talk Mental Health with The Panic Room’Article -
In Spring 2019, Healthwatch Trafford worked with three other local Healthwatch in Greater Manchester to find out about the local CAMHS service.News -
It is undeniably a this is a difficult topic and there is no obligation to take part.News -
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 -
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) report.Report -
A report on Youthwatch Trafford's Kooth.com mystery shop exercise.Residents’ views are being sought on pharmacies to help make sure they best serve their communities.
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Trafford Council’s Public Health Team has launched this survey to help find out what people think of their local community pharmacy.News -
Healthwatch Trafford want to hear about your experiences of mental health in relation to having a child. This includes during and after pregnancy, and any parent can take part regardless of gender.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of the child and adolescent mental health wards (CAMHS) provided by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust in January.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has told Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust to make urgent improvements in the safety of community-based mental health services for adults of working age following an inspection of two teams in April.Response -
Healthwatch in Greater Manchester have released a joint statement regarding the events taking place.News -
It’s almost the end of the year, so we want to look back and see how things have been going.Advice and Information -
Looking for advice, information, or help with your mental health? We've compiled a list of resources for you.Report -
Our findings reveal what parents have been experiencing before and after the arrival of their children.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of services provided by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.Advice and Information -
A list of resources for finding a warm space in Greater ManchesterBlog -
We often get asked who we are and what we do. This blog aims to answer the common questions we get asked and give you quick and straightforward answers to your questions.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 29 April 2021Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 17 December 2020Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 19 December 2019.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 31 October 2019Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 29 August 2019Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 25 April 2019Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 28 February 2019Article -
On the 18th July, three young champions (Yousuf, Hania and Nathan) ran the Healthwatch Trafford drop-in stall at the Altrincham Hospital and Minor Injuries Unit.Article -
Last Thursday, some members of the Youthwatch Trafford team came together for a fun-filled morning at Atlantic Bowl in Altrincham.Article -
Last Thursday, some members of the Youthwatch Trafford team came together for a fun-filled morning at Atlantic Bowl in Altrincham.Report -
Update of our work across April and May 2019.Report -
Our fifth Annual report, covering April 2018 to March 2019.Report -
Update of our work across June and July 2019.Report -
Update of our work across August and September 2019.Report -
Update of our work across October and November 2019.Report -
Our seventh annual report covering the period of April 2020 to March 2021.Report -
Update of our work across June and July 2021.Report -
Update of our work across April and May 2021.Report -
Update of our work across August and September 2021.Report -
Update of our work across October and November 2021.Report -
Update of our work across December 2021 and January 2022.Report -
Our summer update for 2019.News -
From 1-7 June, Healthwatch Trafford are bringing attention to the hard work of their volunteers. As a health and social care champion we value public views and participation, and that makes our volunteers invaluable in the work we do.