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People regret not raising concerns about their care – but those who do raise concerns see improvements.News -
Experience of Care Week 2019 runs from Monday 22 April until Friday 26 April.This is an international campaign supported by NHS England and offers us the chance to celebrate the work that’s happening to improve experiences of careAdvice and Information -
Each day 6,000 people become carers. Looking after a loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting so it's vital that carers get support. Find out how carers can make sure they look after themselves, whilst also taking care of somebody else.News -
Young carers have a lot of added responsibilities compared to other people their age. Find out four ways they’ve told us they could be better supported.News -
Carers Week is an annual awareness campaign which takes place to celebrate and recognise the vital contribution made by the UK’s 6.5 million unpaid carersNews -
NHS England has outlined a series of practical plans and actions designed to help young carers who may be ‘hidden’, unpaid and under the age of sixteen.News -
More than 50,000 people have taken charge of their own care after being handed control of how their NHS funding is spent.Advice and Information -
We have a hot spell forecast and Healthwatch Lincolnshire would like to remind residents that hot weather can increase health risks.Blog -
Healthwatch plays an important role in providing advice and pointing people in the right direction for the support they need.
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Carers PicnicNews -
We take a look at the work Healthwatch have been doing with young people, and their families, to find out how health and education services are working together for people with additional needs.News -
Lincolnshire Parent Carer Forum
FREE Signposting & Information DayNews -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire are awarded the Lincolnshire Carers Quality AwardReport -
This report has been produced by Healthwatch Lincolnshire (HWL) to highlight the health and care experiences shared with us for the period 1 to 30 June 2019 where 166 comments raised.News -
What's the NHS annual budget? How many doctors and nurses are there? What's the cost of an operation?News -
Have you, or do you give support to someone that would struggle without you?
If you do then you are likely to be a carer carrying out a vital role.Advice and Information -
Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.News -
The government is asking people across the country to stay away from, pubs and clubs and stop all non-essential travel and social contact in a bid to slow the spread of COVID-19.News -
The Government has introduced emergency legislation to help it respond to coronavirus. Find out what the bill containsNews -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire - Have Your SayNews -
Two-thirds of people in England say they are more likely to act to improve health and social care services since the outbreak of COVID-19. You can help improve care in Lincolnshire by joining our campaign #BecauseWeAllCare.News -
Don’t miss out on your child’s HPV vaccination - give your consent today!News -
Five priorities for health and careNews -
There’s nothing quite like a quick boost to improve our day, so we’ve started #hwlifts – a series of swift and effective ways to feel better fast.News -
HWLincs have just been reaccredited with the Carers Quality Award.News -
Free PPE For CarersNews -
Healthwatch Lincolnshire Steering Group (HSG) – recruitment of 3 new Layperson Voluntary MembersNews -
This "Caring Looks Different for Everyone" session is a discovery and mapping workshop for professionals involved in supporting carers
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Lincolnshire Care Awards returnNews -
The Government have set out steps to improve all aspects of a disabled person's life as part of the new National Disability Strategy.Report -
During February 2022 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 62 patient experiences.Advice and Information -
Each day 6,000 people become carers. Looking after a loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting so it's vital that you get the support you need. Find out how you can make sure you look after yourself.News -
Substance misuse family support surveyAdvice and Information -
The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.Advice and Information -
Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Jul - Sept 2023 and takes a look ahead of what we have plannedReport -
During August 2023 Healthwatch Lincolnshire received 67 patient experiences directly to our Information Signposting Officer. This report shares what Lincolnshire people having been told us during August 2023 as well as updates on areas of our work.Report -
This report provides a look back at our work over the last quarter Oct- Dec 2023 and takes a look ahead of what we have planned