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To our lovely volunteers, an enormous thank you for everything you have supported us with over this past year - 2024/25
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We're here to make sure the NHS and social care decision-makers put you at the heart of care.
Your story has the power to make a difference
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.
How we're making a difference
Find out more about the ways we're helping to improve people's experiences of health and social care services in Brighton & Hove in our annual report for 2022-23.
News and views
Gender care for children and young people at WellBN General…
An update from NHS Sussex on the ongoing investigation into children and young people (under 18 years of age…
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Fewer people in England are waiting for NHS care
Healthwatch England's response to the latest NHS waiting times data.
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Latest reports and publication
Poll Results: Supporting Carers to attend their own healthcare appointments
In May 2025, Healthwatch in Sussex wanted to better understand the…
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Equality Impact Assessment 2024-2025
Healthwatch Brighton and Hove regularly evaluates its projects and…
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Advice and information
Mental Health Support in Sussex - text SUSSEX to 85258 for free, 24/7 help
Starting from 1st April 2025, individuals across Sussex can access free, round the clock mental health support by texting SUSSEX to 85258. This…
How are NHS patient records managed?
Everyone who uses the NHS in England could soon have a single patient record that collates information about your health care. So how and where are…
Gloji - Free healthy lifestyle and weight management programmes across Brighton & Hove
Gloji is offering free programmes across Brighton & Hove with new adult groups starting at various Leisure Centres. Families can also join with…
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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.
Other than for Homecare Check, we have momentarily paused onboarding for new volunteers but will relaunch recruitment later this summer. For now, please only apply if you are interested in volunteering as part of our Homecare Check team.