Healthwatch Brightonandhove | Your spotlight on health and social care services

Vacancy - Chair

We're recruiting for a new Chair. A rare opportunity to lead the statutory independent organisation that amplifies the voices of people about the city’s health and social care services.

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COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.

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We're the independent champion for those using health and social care services in Brighton & Hove

We are here to make sure that those running local health services, and the government, put people at the heart of care.

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How we're making a difference

Find out how we're helping to improve peoples experiences of health and social care services in our latest Annual Report for 2020-21

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Your story is awesome!

The more people share their ideas, experiences and concerns about NHS and social care, the more services can understand what works, what doesn't and what people want from care in the future.

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News and views

Long covid survey

Share your views about Long COVID

Healthwatch is keen to hear people's recent experiences of Long COVID, including any symptoms they have and any support services they have used, including the Post-COVID Assessment and Support Service (PCASS).

"I find the work with Healthwatch is intellectually challenging, enabling me to use the skills gained in my working career."

Chris, Volunteer - Enter & View, Research

Latest reports and publications

HW Regional Conference

Healthwatch, NHS and local people in collaboration: Southeast Regional Conference, 28th June 2022

Healthwatch Brighton and Hove led the organisation of a regional...

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Mental Health Services in Brighton and Hove - experiences of service users and professionals

Healthwatch were commissioned to explore service user experience of...

Advice and information

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Long Covid: How is your feedback making care better?

The NHS has announced a new plan and more money to improve support for Long Covid. Find out how the experiences you shared helped make the difference.

Mental health

Healthwatch newsletter (July 2022)

Welcome to our June 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19.

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Support and treatment for Long Covid

It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need.

Volunteer Application Form

Apply to become a Healthwatch volunteer using our online application form below, or download a copy to send in to us via email or post.

Online Volunteer Application Form

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