Healthwatch Suffolk

Your voice into Suffolk NHS and social care. Feedback about your experiences to shape, influence and improve local services with us.

[Suffolk User Forum (SUF) @SUFmentalwealth]

Have you ever attended A&E for your mental health? We and @HWSuffolk want to hear your experience – good or bad. It’s anonymous, only takes 15 minutes, and all feedback will help shape urgent mental health care. Take part now at https://t.co/RSJLqxw5bO

[Healthwatch Essex @HWEssex]

In our latest podcast episode, we spoke to Heidi, a Police Officer with a late diagnosis of ADHD. Listen here: https://t.co/kj7xwD2mUy

If you have also had difficulty accessing ADHD medication recently, share your experiences in our survey: https://t.co/wQdNkZLlJy
@hwsuffolk

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Hot weather is here - with temperatures nearing 30°c! Stay safe with these #NHS tips:

🧢 Use sunscreen and wear a hat
👵 Check on older adults, kids, and those with health conditions
💧 Stay hydrated
😮‍💨 Don’t keep inhalers in hot places

More advice: https://t.co/zJYIEFxuXF

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Most children and young people report a positive experience of hospital care, but parental concerns are not always taken seriously, according to the @CareQualityComm.

Read their findings here 👇
https://t.co/mCqGzhwBgT

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

The NHS will now roll out digital invitations and reminders for cervical screenings via the NHS App.

It is hoped that this will both improve women’s experiences and make screening easier.

https://t.co/6WCxeFKPus

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

A new dementia support service is offering practical information and help for those with dementia or memory concerns.

People can dial 0808 281 5804, where advisors will listen, answer questions, and provide tailored information to meet caller needs.

https://t.co/DvQoNVOrYK

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board's COVID-19 vaccine campaign ends on Tuesday 17th June, and people are encouraged to take up their offer @SNEEICB_IES @SNEEICB_WS

Visit https://t.co/5CWyauOjcW to find out more.

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Have your say today 🗣 💬

@suffolkcc wants to hear how you access and use pharmaceutical services in Suffolk, to help them develop services in the future.

Want to share your thoughts? Press here 👇
https://t.co/DRxFZVk6FJ

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Plans to increase access to NHS dental care in five underserved areas are being developed by SNEE ICB:

📍 Bury St Edmunds

📍 Brandon

📍 Eye and north west Suffolk

📍 Saxmundham, Leiston and north east Suffolk

📍 Tendring

Find out more: https://t.co/PKuTKraOx8

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Hosted by our friends at Suffolk Parent Carer Forum, you can visit Abbeycroft Leisure Centre this Thursday to chat with an amazing group of services that seek to support those with special educational needs and disabilities ❤️

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

A new service providing vital support to adults in Norfolk waiting for a formal autism assessment has been commissioned by Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System.
👇
https://t.co/hx6y7cCT5D

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Have you sought treatment in an emergency situation from services like NHS 111, an out-of-hours GP, or dentist?

Our friends at LetsTalkSNEE are seeking people's views on the way urgent care services provide support.

An anonymous survey can be found at https://t.co/wmu5G9t1hE

[Suffolk User Forum (SUF) @SUFmentalwealth]

Have you ever attended A&E for your mental health? We and @HWSuffolk want to hear your experience – good or bad. It’s anonymous, only takes 15 minutes, and all feedback will help shape urgent mental health care. Take part now at https://t.co/c5LHmZJvO4

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Have you ever attended A&E for your mental health?

We and @SUFmentalwealth want to hear your experience – good or bad. It’s anonymous, only takes 15 minutes, and all feedback will help shape urgent mental health care.

Take part now at https://t.co/kzsXtHK5RG.

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Forgetfulness isn’t just ageing - it could be illness.

This #DementiaAwarenessWeek, talk to your GP if you're concerned. Early advice helps.

Need support? Start here 👇
https://t.co/tlwbpYFewZ

[Healthwatch England @HealthwatchE]

A new approach to care is making dementia support better for people in Suffolk, after people came forward to share their experiences with Healthwatch Suffolk - https://t.co/FCBgCcgOTj @HWSuffolk

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

"Healthwatch Suffolk’s report remains a pivotal piece of research."

This #DementiaActionWeek, Healthwatch England has written a blog celebrating the impact of our work to include people in shaping local dementia support 👇

https://t.co/4oyTlO23Gy

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

Many waiting for hospital care face pain, isolation, and uncertainty.

⌛ Two-thirds of patients don't know how long their wait will be.

✉️ Three in five people aren't satisfied with communication.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 People with vulnerabilities wait longer.

Read more: https://t.co/NmsW2FxDQj

[Healthwatch Suffolk @HWSuffolk]

We’re working with Suffolk User Forum to explore your experiences of getting urgent help for your mental health from hospital emergency departments, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week:
https://t.co/kDN0gHijJm