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Caring during COVID-19: Healthwatch Somerset shines a spotlight on unpaid care
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...
Jun 8, 2020


Living with dementia during lockdown – sharing stories to raise awareness and help make care better
During Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May), we are highlighting the care and support needs of people living with dementia and their...
May 15, 2020


What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?
If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for...
May 4, 2020


Accessing information about health & support in Somerset: The views of local people
We have been talking to local people about their experiences and views of the accessing health and support information in Somerset. This...
Oct 24, 2019


How easy is it to access support and advice to help you stay happy & healthy in Somerset?
People in Somerset are being asked to share how they access information, support and advice when they are ill, looking after someone or...
Aug 1, 2019


The top four things people in Somerset would like to see improved in local NHS services
Hundreds of people in Somerset have shared their views on how to improve NHS health services in the county. Quicker and easier access to...
Jul 23, 2019


Helping young people have a voice on health and social care in Somerset
The health and care issues affecting children and young people in Somerset have been the focus of our recent work. Our staff have been...
Dec 3, 2018


Improving Lives Strategy
We will be monitoring the progress of a new strategy, launched this month by Somerset’s Health and Wellbeing Board. The  Improving Lives...
Dec 3, 2018
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