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Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice. -
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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. -
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Living with dementia at any time brings everyday challenges for the person and those around them. -
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Find out about the difference between Residential Homes, Nursing homes and Independent living. -
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We recently visited Norlands Nursing Home in Newton Heath. Read our report into the home below. -
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We recently conducted an Enter and View visit to Alexandra Lodge Care Centre. Read our report by clicking the link below. -
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We recently carried out an Enter and View visit to Beechill Nursing Home in Cheetham Hill. -
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We recently conducted an Enter and View visit to Seymour Care Home in Clayton. -
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We recently conducted an Enter and View visit to Hall Lane Resource Centre, a short stay residential and respite care centre in South Manchester. -
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We recently conducted an Enter and View visit to Abbotsford Nursing Home. -
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We recently carried out an Enter and View visit to Seymour Care Home in Clayton. -
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We recently conducted an Enter & View at Allendale Residential Home in North Manchester. -
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We recently performed an Enter and View at Acacia Lodge in New Moston, North Manchester -
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We recently performed an Enter and View at Brocklehurst Nursing Home in Withington, Manchester -
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We recently performed an Enter and View at Chestnut House Care Home, Crumpsall, Manchester -
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We recently performed an Enter and View at Fairleigh House Care Home in Whalley Range, Manchester. -
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We recently performed an Enter and View at Carlton Road Care Home in Whalley Range, Manchester. -
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Healthwatch Manchester recently carried out an Enter and View at Carlton Road Care Home in Newton Heath, Manchester. -
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News, updates and information in the latest edition of the Healthwatch Manchester Newsletter. -
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We visited Extra Care services in Manchester to speak with the residents about their experiences in receipt of this service. -
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News, updates and information in the latest edition of the Healthwatch Manchester Newsletter. -
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Healthwatch Manchester are delighted to release our Impact Report for 2023-24. This report details our activities and their impacts over the last 12 months. -
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Healthwatch Manchester are delighted to be launching an information video aimed at improving awareness of the Patient Access Portal, a free online tool which allows remote access to a range of GP services for residents throughout Manchester. -
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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. -
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Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough. -
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Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services. -
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Healthwatch Manchester recently conducted an investigation through a ‘mystery shopper’ exercise, into the barriers faced registering with a GP practice in Manchester. -
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This report aims to present the impact of our previous investigation into the extended access service (also known as the 7 day service).
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We have spent a little time recently discussing the topics we think need some attention. -
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A guide to accessing health services if you are homeless in Manchester -
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Regular eye tests are important because your eyes don’t usually hurt when something is wrong. A sight test is a vital health check for your eyes that can pick up early signs of eye conditions before you’re aware of any symptoms. -
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Sexual health services are also known as genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinics. Services provided include Sexually Transited Infection (STI) treatment and medication, contraception provision, HIV testing and treatment, and emergency services. -
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Choose and Book is a service that lets you choose your hospital or clinic and book your first appointment. You are allowed to choose any NHS hospital in England or area of residence, however in some circumstances your rights may be restricted. -
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We conducted a review into the new 7-day GP service using a 'mystery shopper' exercise. We found that the service is failing many local people, with only 40% of GP practices offering the service. -
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An information video aimed at improving awareness of the Patient Access Portal, a free online tool which allows remote access to a range of GP services for residents throughout Manchester. -
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Healthwatch Manchester recently conducted an investigation into the barriers faced when registering with a GP practice -
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We are delighted to be releasing our report 'Cut Loose', which follows an investigation into the effect of deregistration of homeless people from GP practices -
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We have updated our healthcare service guide, to reflect some recent changes. Please read on for more information. -
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This report investigates the experiences of integrated care for two of our local communities. -
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Our report highlights the experiences of two Manchester communities in accessing healthcare services. -
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Our new review of GP practice websites highlights a need for improved accessibility standards -
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Do you need support from Healthwatch Manchester, but are not sure that you've come to the right place? We are only able to support residents who live in & use services in Manchester. -
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We met with our friends at Manchester People First to find out what their members think of accessing GP services online -
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The latest GP patient survey shows that overall satisfaction with services has fallen and more people are avoiding making an appointment. Read Healthwatch England's response. -
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The government will today announce its plans to improve access to GPs, including same-day appointments for those that need them.