Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham

Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham voices YOUR VIEWS on health and social care services in B&D. We make change happen! Call us: 0800 298 5331 #YourVoiceCounts

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🚨 67% of Pharmacy First users said they accessed the service by walking into a pharmacy themselves — no GP appointment needed. Our new report shows how local pharmacies are helping residents get quicker care for common conditions. Read the findings: https://t.co/IrOVn1UK9l

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Do you have complaints about health and care services but don't know who to talk to? Tell us! Call 0800 298 5331 or email [email protected] and we will help bring this to light. #HealthWatch #SpeakUp

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Giving feedback is essential, whether good or bad can help #HealthandCare services give better care. Your experience is important. #HaveYourSay #BarkingandDagenham https://t.co/jHrtfm9Dpd

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In our latest Volunteers' Week article, we share some of the many ways volunteers support Healthwatch. Interested in getting involved? Find out more: https://t.co/O1xOwEPlMy

#VolunteersWeek

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🌡️ Is your venue a place where people can cool down during hot weather?
The Greater London Authority is inviting eligible venues to join the #CoolSpaces initiative.
💧 Free drinking water
🪑 A place to rest
🚪 Open to the public
Find out more and apply: https://t.co/yUPOIfakbS

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Our research found that 76% of carers have never had a Carer’s Assessment.
Awareness and access clearly need a boost.
Find out more 👇 #SupportCarers
https://t.co/ejHzf7OETk

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🩺 More than HALF (51%) of Pharmacy First users accessed the service for sore throats — showing how community pharmacies are helping residents get quicker treatment without waiting for a GP appointment. Find out what local people told us: https://t.co/IrOVn1UK9l

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If you've had a visit to your local #health and care service in Barking and Dagenham, tell us about your experience with this 5-minute survey! #Haveyoursay https://t.co/jHrtfm9Dpd

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📊 New Healthwatch findings:
⭐ 81% of residents who used Pharmacy First said they were satisfied or very satisfied with the service.
🏥 80% said their symptoms or concerns were resolved.
Access the link to find out more: https://t.co/IrOVn1UK9l

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Not using the NHS App? Your views are just as important. Tell us what barriers or challenges stop you from using it in our short survey: https://t.co/avVlXO4vTs #DigitalInclusion #NHSApp

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As we celebrate #VolunteersWeek, we've published a new article highlighting the incredible contribution our volunteers make to Healthwatch and the local community💙
From all of us at Healthwatch, thank you for your time, dedication and passion.
Read more: https://t.co/O1xOwEPlMy

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Raising a child with autism comes with unique challenges—support is here.
From managing behaviour and sensory needs to SEND & EHCP guidance, Sycamore Trust is rooted in your community.

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Happy Pride Month! This month is dedicated to celebrating the culture and achievements the LGBTQ+ community has made and continues to make. Click here to learn more #PrideMonth #Pride2026 https://t.co/UHlLJRRo2Y

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📋 Your feedback could help improve referral pathways and patient experiences across Barking & Dagenham. Take part in our new survey today: https://t.co/NBwy84B6Mn

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This Volunteer Week, we want to say a huge thank you to all of our incredible volunteers. Your time, energy, compassion, and commitment make a real difference every single day.
We’re so grateful for everything you do to support our community — we couldn’t do it without you.

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46% of carers say they feel lonely due to their responsibilities.
Stronger support networks can change this.
Explore the report https://t.co/ejHzf7OETk #CarerVoices

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You’re invited! 💬
Explore Diabetes & Wellness Info Hub and speak with others in the community.
🕛 Open 12–1pm
📍 Discovery Centre, Eastbrookend Park
Free event—don’t miss out!
#DiabetesAwareness #HealthEvent

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Have you used the NHS App? We want to hear what works well, what doesn’t, and what could be improved. Complete our anonymous survey today:https://t.co/avVlXO4vTs
#BarkingAndDagenham #NHS

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Have you recently been referred to an NHS hospital, specialist, or community service by your GP? 🏥Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham wants to hear about your experience—whether it went smoothly or not! https://t.co/NBwy84B6Mn

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Stronger collaboration means better care for residents. 💙 If you work in Barking and Dagenham, please share your thoughts on signposting people to the Pharmacy First service. Your feedback directly helps improve local awareness! https://t.co/pMjY0yVXDB 📈