1. Kooth - Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people

    Advice and Information -

    Kooth, is a new online counselling service for children and young people aged 11-19 access to free, anonymous mental health and emotional well-being support.

  2. Having a baby and the effect on your mental health (This survey is now closed)

    News -

    Healthwatch want to know about your experiences.

  3. What is the 'Red Bag' and what does it do?

    Advice and Information -

    The 'Hospital Transfer Pathway' or 'Red Bag' scheme, pioneered by Sutton Homes of Care, is designed to make emergency hospital visits safer for care home residents and to speed up discharge.

  4. Support your young people by connecting them with the Children in Need grants programme!

    News -

    Does your organisation work with children and young people under the age of 18?

  5. New enhanced 111 Integrated Urgent Care (IUC) service for South East London

    Advice and Information -

    Not sure what to do? Go straight to 111!

    As of 26 February 2019, residents in South East London can access a new enhanced NHS 111 IUC service.

  6. YGAM offer free 'train the trainer' workshops and resources to educate and safeguard young people

    News -

    Are your young people safe? Have they developed digital-resilience?

  7. Thank you to all who attended the Faith and Health Summit!

    News -

    Community Southwark, Healthwatch Southwark and Southwark Council hosted the Southwark Faith and Health Summit 2019, which launched their report and present findings from Health Challenges run by faith leaders in their communities.

  8. Healthwatch Southwark's Social Prescribing Survey (This survey is now CLOSED)

    News -

    We want to hear from people who have been given advice by their GP, or another health or care worker, to join in community activities.

  9. Would you like to be part of a small carer's focus group?

    News -

    (This survey is now closed)

  10. The NHS in Southwark is changing. Share your views and help to shape its future.

    News -

    - This consultation is now closed -

  11. Are you struggling with high gas and electricity bills? SHINE London can help you

    Advice and Information -

    Islington's award-winning SHINE network have helped thousands of residents save an average of £213 per year on energy bills through discounts, debt support and energy saving measures.

  12. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

    Advice and Information -

    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  13. Six tips for carers on how to support a loved one living with dementia

    News -

    The Learning to Care project at Bell House has been set up to help educate people on how to care for and support their elderly family, friends and neighbours through a series of talks and short films.

  14. Healthy feedback from our Healthy Futures in Southwark & Lambeth event

    Blog -

    Healthwatch Southwark & Healthwatch Lambeth, along with partners from health and social care across both boroughs, ran an event "A Healthy Future in Southwark & Lambeth" on the 20th March.

  15. SLaM's 'changing lives' strategy aims to improve the lives of the people and communities they serve

    News -

    Find out more about SLaM's 'Changing Lives' strategy and watch a film following the journeys of five service users.

  16. Our findings from Tower Bridge Care Centre - Summary report

    News -

    In November 2018, Healthwatch Southwark used our power of Enter and View to visit Southwark's only public nursing home, Tower Bridge Care Centre.
    We spent six hours at the home over two days and spoke to 8 residents, 6 visitors and 10 staff members.

  17. Tower Bridge Care Centre

    Report -

    In November 2018, Healthwatch Southwark used our power of Enter and View to visit Southwark's only public nursing home, Tower Bridge Care Centre.

  18. People regret not raising concerns about their care, says CQC

    News -

    New research from a Care Quality Commission (CQC) campaign shows that many people have had concerns about their care, but never raised them.

  19. The experience of unpaid carers at Bede House

    Blog -

    Carole, the Learning Disability Service Manager from Bede House, speaks about how the tremendous contribution their volunteers make to families has also helped build confidence and skills in themselves.

  20. King's College Hospital NHS Trust still 'Requires Improvement' according to CQC report

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    The locations visited included King's College Hospital (KCH) at Denmark Hill, the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRU) in Orpington and satellite sites.

  21. Community 'Red Box Project' provides free sanitary products for girls in schools

    News -

    The Red Box Project is a not-for-profit initiative, aiming to support young people throughout their periods by providing red boxes filled with free period products to local schools.

  22. Annual Report 2018/2019

    Report -

    This report reflects a solid year of work for the Healthwatch staff team and the support of the volunteers and members.

  23. Winter Wellness - Staying safe in the winter

    News -

    Take a look at your local GPs and care professionals giving advice and information about the support available to you, so that you can keep warm and well this winter!

  24. Keeping safe in the summer sun

    Advice and Information -

    The sun has been making an appearance and we're loving it!.. but with highs of 27 degrees, it can get uncomfortable.

  25. cliniQ: A holistic sexual health and well-being service for all trans people, partners and friends

    Advice and Information -

    cliniQ is a Community Interest Company, with a trans-led team, who offer a safe, confidential space for those who may not feel comfortable accessing mainstream services.

  26. Do you know the support that is available to unpaid carers?

    Advice and Information -

    You may be entitled to one or more state benefits to help you with costs. Have a look at what other support you can access here.

  27. Do you know…if you are entitled to social care support?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out more information on where to access support.