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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.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.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.Advice and Information -
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.Advice and Information -
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.Advice and Information -
If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.Advice and Information -
With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.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.News -
Following our Trafford Healthwatch 100 survey on booking medical appointments, we have now published our report.News -
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.Advice and Information -
This handy guide gives you an idea of how to decide which services will cover which kind of injuries and ailments for people in Trafford.Advice and Information -
Many people could benefit from a Personal Health Budget. We can help you to understand what they are and how you can apply for one.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.News -
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.Blog -
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.Advice 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 -
The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is a feedback method for people who use NHS services to provide feedback on their experience.Advice and Information -
The National Health Service in provides healthcare for all UK citizens based on their need for healthcare rather than their ability to pay for it. It is funded by taxes by the government via taxes. Everyone who is cared for by the NHS in England has formal rights to make choices about the service that they receive.Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 29 October 2020Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 25 August 2020Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 25 June 2020Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 30 April 2020Report -
Minutes from the Healthwatch Trafford Board Meeting on the 27 February 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 2019Advice and Information -
The current Coronavirus pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious or scared. Read our eight steps to looking after your wellbeing.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.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 -
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 -
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 -
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.Article -
We’re at #RESET2020 today, hosted by Calm Connections to bring Trafford families, communities & workforce together to reset youth mental health.Article -
Today marks the start of self-care week 2020 and what better way to look after yourself than to think about your own health and fitness.Article -
Over the coming weeks, many children and teenagers will be returning to schools across the country to resume their education. For many, this can be quite daunting to cope with (especially seeing some of your friends in face masks, should they choose to wear one).Article -
Youthwatch Trafford volunteer Madhia has written this guide to living healthily during the Corona pandemic.
Let us know if you have any more ideas to add by emailing info@healthwatchtrafford.co.uk.Article -
All children and young people in Greater Manchester can now access no-cost online counselling and emotional well-being support.Article -
In Spring 2019, Healthwatch Trafford worked with three other local Healthwatch in Greater Manchester to find out about the local CAMHS service.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.Article -
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 -
Experiences of the NHS in Trafford over the last 70 years and suggestions for the future.Report -
A report looking at the services that people in Trafford were impressed by.Report -
The full report on the Trafford Healthwatch 100 Appointment Booking survey carried out in November and December 2019. Published May 2020.Report -
A report on the experiences of people in Trafford of using health and care services during the months of the coronavirus pandemic. Published November 2020News -
Have your say on the Wythenshawe Hospital consultation.News -
Patients, clinicians and the public are being invited to give their views on a comprehensive set of indicators for urgent care.