What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?
The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what...
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Aug 23, 2023
How to stay informed while you wait for care
The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular and accessible updates while you wait....
Aug 20, 2023
What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment
Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you...
Aug 17, 2023
How can your pharmacy help you?
Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Find out how they can help you. Pharmacists...
Jul 9, 2023
How can you find an NHS dentist?
Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems. Everyone should be able to...
Jul 2, 2023
Top 10 ways to get the most out of your next dental appointment
How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make...
Jul 1, 2023
Advocating for fairer NHS dentistry: Dentistry data for local Healthwatch, July 2023
Quarterly feedback to the NHS Local Dental Network from local Healthwatch in the South West NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform....
Jun 29, 2023
Together we’re making health and social care better: Annual Report 2022-23
Healthwatch Somerset Annual Report 2022-23: A review of our work over the past year and its impact, plus our work planned for 2023-24....
Jun 28, 2023
Healthwatch Somerset Annual Report: Working together to improve health and social care
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...
Jun 20, 2023
How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity
Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you...
Jun 6, 2023
What support can I get as a carer?
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...
May 31, 2023
Enter and View report: The Old Police House, Nunney
Our report following a visit to The Old Police House, a care home in the village of Nunney near Frome, which provides accommodation for...
May 30, 2023
Looking after your oral health while living in a care home
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...
May 11, 2023
What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis
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...
Apr 30, 2023
How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?
A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds a year on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment...
Apr 26, 2023
Enter and View report: West Mendip Hospital, Glastonbury
Our report following a visit to West Mendip Hospital, Glastonbury. The wards provide 36 beds, which host a mixture of patients: on...
Apr 18, 2023
Improving access to mental health support for young people in Somerset
We've launched a new project with the aim of improving access to mental health support for young people and their families, guardians and...
Apr 16, 2023
Supported transfer of care from hospitals: evaluating people’s experiences to help shape improvements in care
We wanted to explore the quality of the transfer of care process in Somerset and use the experiences of people who have been discharged...
Apr 16, 2023
Evaluating people’s experiences of being transferred from hospital to care at home or in the community
Our new report evaluates people’s experiences of being discharged from hospital to be cared for at home or in a residential or community...
Apr 4, 2023
‘Review culture’ is on the rise, yet only one in ten people feedback on health services
As Healthwatch marks its tenth anniversary this week, Healthwatch Somerset joins the 152 local Healthwatch across England to appeal for...
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