Healthwatch Birmingham

Giving you a voice on local health & social care.

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Not sure where to get the help you need? Our free, friendly and confidential Information and Signposting service can help you with any questions about health and social care!
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📩 [email protected]
📞 0800 652 5278 (freephone)

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

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Please follow us on BlueSky where we will be continuing to update you on local health and social care! @hwbrum.bsky.social

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[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Have you used community mental health services? 🤔

We’re submitting feedback for a parliamentary call for evidence and we need your views!

Use our quick and confidential form to share your views 👉 https://t.co/llR2h1bZ4B

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Are you looking for support this winter? From help with the cost of living to mental health services, there are organisations which can help you.
Find out more: https://t.co/kbEW6XcrNh

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

We are now closed until January 2nd. We wish you all a fantastic Christmas and New Year.

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Do you or a loved one use home care services in Birmingham? Share your experiences with us to help improve care for everyone.

Take our quick, confidential survey here: https://t.co/WJFKMb2koq

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

The NHS is warning about a potential ‘quad-demic’ of flu, Covid-19, RSV and norovirus.

People who are eligible are being urged to get their vaccinations to help stop the spread.

Find out more: https://t.co/XG4gtDJJoR

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

We know the winter can be a hard time of year for many people. ❄️
We've put together some resources to help you. From mental health support to help with with the cost of living, find out more here: https://t.co/pVXkuPBkeD

[Richard Burden @RichardBurden27]

Great to join Ghazanfar, Research and Engagement Officer of ⁦⁦⁦@HWBrum⁩, at ⁦@southandcitycol⁩ Longbridge campus today

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

We spoke to 137 parents or carers in Birmingham and found that children & young people with autism and/or ADHD face issues including:
➡️Waiting times for assessments
➡️Issues with referrals
➡️Poor communication
Read more about on @birmingham_live: https://t.co/krWMq7gq2U

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Over 10,000 local people will be admitted to hospital this winter suffering with an avoidable respiratory illness.

🛡️ Protect you and your family - get immunised!

➡️ Find out how you can get protected against COVID-19, flu and RSV: shttps://bit.ly/3YG1iok #bsolbreatheeasy

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

🚑The A&E at City Hospital closes on 10 November. Patients who normally use City Hospital should go to the A&E at the Midland Met after this date for life threatening conditions.
#accidentandemergency #nhs

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

'Citizens need to know that the council is providing a safety net for those immediately affected by these proposed closures.' Read a statement from our Chair @RichardBurden27 on @BhamCityCouncil decision to close 4 day centres. https://t.co/M1ieUa204W

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

We'll be back out chatting to you about your healthcare experiences next week.

[Healthy Brum @healthybrum]

Happening tomorrow with @actonenergy_uk at @BirminghamRep!

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

@BirminghamPCF

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Children & young people with #autism and/or #ADHD in #Birmingham face:
➡️Long waits for assessment & diagnosis
➡️Issues w/ referrals
➡️Lack of support from services
Find out more in our new report
https://t.co/QqlNieYBQQ

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Our friendly Information and Signposting team can help you to get the support you need.

From complaints to local support groups - we can point you in the right direction.

💻 https://t.co/m68PxtLbPB
📩 [email protected]
📞 0800 652 5278 (freephone)

[Joseph Chamberlain College @JCSFCollege]

Thank you very much to @HWBrum for visiting us at JCC today and helping to support our students during World Mental Health Day 2024 🎗

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

@JCSFCollege Was great to be there! Thanks for having us!

[Healthwatch Birmingham @HWBrum]

Confused about health or social care? 🤔

From getting a referral to using the NHS app, our guides can help you.

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