1. Seven pieces of information that you should expect to receive after being diagnosed with dementia

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.

  2. PRESS RELEASE: Early feedback of local survey shows problems for local people to contact their local GP

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    Healthwatch Doncaster are encouraging people in Doncaster to have their say on access to GP services after initial responses reveal they struggle to get through to their surgery via telephone

  3. New research for the Care Quality Commission shows racial disparity in people raising concerns about their care

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    Research undertaken for the Care Quality Commission as part of their year-long “Declare Your Care” campaign has revealed those from a black and minority ethnic (BME) background are less likely than those from a non-BME background to raise concerns

  4. NHS Long Term Plan Appendices: Data, Charts and Word Clouds

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    Please find below all the data, charts and wordclouds relating to the NHS Long Term Plan project in 2019 that Healthwatch Doncaster was the leading co-ordinator for Healthwatch in the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw region

  5. Report by Care Quality Commission shows confidence and trust in hospital staff high but stalled in some areas

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    Care Quality Commission report shows confidence and trust in hospital staff high but overall improvements in people’s inpatient experience have stalled

  6. Care Quality Commission report on oral health in care homes

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has today published the findings of an in-depth review on the state of oral health care in care homes across England

  7. Enter and View: The Old Rectory Care Home

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    Everyone at The Old Rectory Care Home was welcoming, the manager and staff were friendly and open with us.

  8. Board Papers: 27th June 2019

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    Healthwatch Doncaster's Board have a meeting every month - you can find the minutes and any other related documents below

  9. Healthwatch Doncaster Annual Report 2018/19

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    The last year has been all about Engage, Inform and Influence and Healthwatch Doncaster hopes that you will enjoy reading about the work we have done in this report

  10. PRESS RELEASE: Annual Report published by Healthwatch Doncaster shows outcomes of local people’s views on health and social care

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    Healthwatch Doncaster is pleased to publish its Annual Report 2019-20, reflecting on a year that saw local people have their say around health and social care and which culminated in delivering virtual sessions during the Covid-19 pandemic

  11. Improving GP appointment availability for all

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    In line with the national direction of travel, all Doncaster GP practices will be part of a primary care network, set to further improve access, availability and quality of primary care services

  12. PRESS RELEASE: Change made at a rapid pace to improve patient experience and care

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    The North East Commissioning Support Unit, Doncaster Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) in partnership with Healthwatch Doncaster and a range of local health and care organisations led a review of spinal care, fibromyalgia and ophthalmology.

  13. PRESS RELEASE: Local people in the region have their voice heard after publication of the NHS Long Term Plan report

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    Over a thousand people in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw have provided their views on the NHS Long Term Plan to improve health services.

  14. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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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.

  15. Doncaster’s Talking Shop is on the move

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    A town centre shop which supports people with common mental health needs is on the move

  16. Board Papers: 25th July 2019

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    Healthwatch Doncaster's Board have a meeting every month - you can find the minutes and any other related documents below

  17. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

    Advice and Information -

    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  18. Staying informed and getting involved

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    One of our roles at Healthwatch is to make sure people in Doncaster are informed about health and social care in the Borough. To help do this, there is a regular e-newsletter that we distribute so you can have the information straight into your inbox

  19. Enter and View: Woodlea Care Home

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    Healthwatch Doncaster's Enter and View team conducted an initial visit in April 2019, with a follow-up visit in August 2019

  20. How can the local NHS improve emergency and urgent care?

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    Local doctors and clinicians are asking Doncaster residents how they can improve emergency and urgent care within the area

  21. Self-care in Doncaster

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    This year, a campaign was launched to help increase self-care and reduce prescribing in Doncaster

  22. PRESS RELEASE: National report calls for local health services to make more space for new parents to talk about their mental health

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    A new report exploring the experiences of women with mental health problems during the journey to parenthood has found that many people are not experiencing the consistent support they should expect if services were following NHS guidelines

  23. Enter and View: Headingley Court Care Home

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    The Authorised Representatives felt that the home had an upbeat, friendly atmosphere. Interactions between staff and residents were very good. The environment was clean and tidy.

  24. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  25. Board Papers: 26th September 2019

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    Healthwatch Doncaster's Board have a meeting every month - you can find the minutes and any other related documents below

  26. PRESS RELEASE: Healthwatch Doncaster wins national award for its regional leadership around the NHS Long Term Plan

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    Listening to people about the NHS Long Term Plan locally saw Healthwatch Doncaster recognised as the winner in the Outstanding Achievement category at the annual Healthwatch Network Awards that took place in Birmingham this week

  27. Report to NHS Doncaster CCG Experience and Engagement Committee - October 2019

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    Healthwatch Doncaster update to the NHS Doncaster CCG's Engagement and Experience Committee (EEC)

  28. Micro-Grant Report: My Network for Women and The Mac Group (2019)

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    The micro-grant was used to hold an event to get people talking about World Mental Health day. The event included speakers, stalls for therapists, panel discussion and Mental Health Practitioners to exhibit their services.

  29. Care Quality Commission’s 2019 State Of Care Report

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    State of Care is Care Quality Commission‘s annual assessment of health care and social care in England

  30. Doncaster Place Plan refresh 2019-22

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    After its initial publication in 2016, NHS Doncaster CCG have refreshed the Doncaster Place Plan, highlighting how health and care services will look until 2022

  31. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  32. Enter and View: Headingley Park Care Home

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    The Authorised Representatives felt that the home had a supportive, friendly and caring atmosphere. Residents seemed happy and well cared for. We were made welcome by the manager and staff and observed genuinely caring interactions between staff

  33. New campaign set to bust primary care myths in Doncaster

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    A new campaign has launched in Doncaster to bust myths and address misconceptions about primary care services, led by NHS Doncaster Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)

  34. National survey shows most people experience good urgent and emergency care, but lengthy waiting times remain a problem

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    50,000 people who received urgent and emergency care from services provided by 132 NHS trusts across England show that the majority are positive about most aspects of their care and treatment. However, a significant continue to report long waits

  35. What is a care navigator?

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    Have you ever wondered why reception staff at your local practice in Doncaster ask you why you need to see your GP or nurse? Have you called your local practice and been asked what your medical complaint or issue is? Let NHS Doncaster CCG explain..

  36. Access to GP Services

    Report -

    The information received by Healthwatch Doncaster and discussions with various stakeholders led to the development of a survey to ascertain the views and opinions of the local population regarding access to all services provided by their GP Practice

  37. 24 Hours in Urgent and Emergency Care

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    Healthwatch Doncaster attended emergency and out of hours services across Doncaster over a 24 hour period in September 2019, to engage with patients to gather their experiences.

  38. Board Papers: 31st October 2019

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    Healthwatch Doncaster's Board have a meeting every month - you can find the minutes and any other related documents below

  39. Micro-Grant Report: DonMentia (2019)

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    The micro grant supported DonMentia to purchase merchandise and fund printing that informs the community through events of the support that is available for people affected by Dementia.

  40. Micro-Grant Report: Food Aware CIC & Creative Wellbeing (2019)

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    Be Aware successfully delivered a joint project across two community organisations linking in wellbeing activities by promoting Five Ways to Wellbeing.

  41. Learn about the health and care professionals to help you

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    NHS Doncaster CCG explain the services available in Primary Care for local people to access

  42. Micro-Grant Report: Edlington Community Organisation (2019)

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    The purpose of the group was to continue an existing exercise class. Some who attend the class have experienced social isolation and this was their way of getting out and meeting new friends.

  43. Board Papers: 28th November 2019

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    Healthwatch Doncaster's Board have a meeting every month - you can find the minutes and any other related documents below

  44. Helping people choose the right health and care service in Doncaster

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    Helping people choose the right health and care service in Doncaster

  45. Enter and View: Thorndene Care Home

    Report -

    The home has been under new management since the summer and is currently undergoing a programme of re-organisation.

  46. Micro-Grant Report: Choice for All Doncaster (2019)

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    Members of ChAD and Rossington Smile held several meetings to discuss scenarios which can be used to show people what could occur through social media.

  47. New Doncaster mental health service ‘Safe Space’ launches

    Advice and Information -

    A mental health ‘Safe Space’ has been officially launched in Doncaster this week