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We talked to Mr. Smith during our time in West Somerset to hear his story about taking care of his wife. We spent time with him for four...

Our November newsletter includes updates about our work, information about health and care services, and helpful advice. To read our...

Tell us about information available to you, and you could be entered into a draw for a £35.00 Amazon gift voucher. Graphic kindly...

Investigating available information for unpaid carers in Somerset. Over 49,000 unpaid carers in Somerset help take care of a family...

Every year Healthwatch Somerset (HWS) Board and Staff members gather information about the delivery and efficiency of local health and...

The Somerset Carers Engagement Project recently achieved a significant milestone in its mission to empower and support unpaid carers...

Each day 6,000 people become carers. Looking after a loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting so it's vital that you get...

Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions about who can access adult...

The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what...

Last year, we supported over 4,370 people to have their say on health and social care and to get information and advice about local...

Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to. If you...

Living in a care home can increase your risk of oral health problems. That's why knowing what questions to ask care staff about your oral...

Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can...

Our new report evaluates people’s experiences of being discharged from hospital to be cared for at home or in a residential or community...

Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. What is grief? Grief is...

We invited Fiona Harvey, Carers Service Coordinator for the Community Council for Somerset, to tell us about support for unpaid carers in...

Know your rights and get the support you need Carers Rights Day was introduced by Carers UK to draw attention to the multiple rights that...

We have announced the areas we will investigate this year, to make sure that local people’s views and experiences are used to drive and...

Today we have published four reports about care homes in Somerset – three reporting on the quality of care in Somerset care homes prior...

It’s national Carers Week (8-14 June) and we want to know about your experiences of being an unpaid carer or being cared for during...