1. Unpaid carers in Redbridge asked to share feedback on care

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    Alliance of local and national care organisations calls for feedback from unpaid carers in Redbridge after a year which has seen enormous challenges for all those working in the health and social care sector.

  2. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  3. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

    Advice and Information -

    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  4. COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look about 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.

  5. Information on Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  6. Impact of Coronavirus on Care Homes - Report

    Report -

    During the Coronavirus pandemic) care homes had to work incredibly hard to continue to provide a safe and supportive environment to their residents during unprecedented conditions.

  7. COVID-19 Vaccine survey - Report

    Report -

    In December 2020, with the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine, Healthwatch Redbridge was made aware some communities and individuals were expressing a reluctance in having the vaccination. This was particularly reflected within BAME communities.

  8. COVID-19 - Report

    Report -

    As the numbers of Covid-19 cases began to rise in early March 2020, Healthwatch Redbridge began to collate the experiences of local people.

  9. GP Websites throughout Covid - Report

    Report -

    Throughout the Covid pandemic, our signposting service has received many queries as to how patients can contact their GP practice online as they have not been able to visit in person due to the Covid-19 restrictions.

  10. Annual Report - 2019-2020

    Report -

    The 2019-2020 Annual Report details the impact of and showcases the achievements that Healthwatch Redbridge has completed over the past year.

  11. Annual Report - 2018-2019

    Report -

    The 2018-2019 Annual Report details the impact of and showcases the achievements that Healthwatch Redbridge has completed over the past year.

  12. Annual Report and financial statements: year ending 31 March 2018

    Report -

    The Annual Report and financial statements for the year ending 31st March 2018 detail the impact of and showcases the achievements that Healthwatch Redbridge has completed over the past year.

  13. Share your thoughts about covid-19 vaccine

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    Healthwatch England want to understand more about what Black and Asian people think about the COVID-19 vaccine and why. This is an exploratory exercise with no end goal, apart from understanding what is driving people’s opinions.

  14. COVID-19 Vaccine Survey Pinpoints Community Concerns

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    In December 2020, the local health and social care organisation Healthwatch Redbridge (HWR), were made aware that some communities and individuals were expressing reluctance to being immunised with the newly developed COVID-19 vaccines.

  15. Covid-19 Virtual Bereavement Counselling service

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    A free COVID-19 Virtual #BereavementCounselling service is available to people over the age of 18 whose loved one has died of COVID-19

  16. Concerns raised for safety of elderly discharged from hospital into care homes

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    A local health and social care charity is concerned that national NHS guidance being used by hospitals may be adding to the COVID-19 pandemic in local social care settings.

  17. Rapid PCR testing for COVID-19 being trialled in London care homes

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    In a UK-first, Queen Mary University of London is leading a clinical trial of a new rapid COVID-19 testing system that delivers results in under an hour.

  18. NHS open for non-coronavirus patients too

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    NHS chief executive, Sir Simon Stevens warned that delays in getting treatment due to coronavirus fears pose a long term risk to people’s health.

  19. City Gates to launch food programme to support community

    News -

    City Gates is keen to support the local community during this period of extreme need. Over the past few weeks they have given help to their members who are in need by providing them with food packages and other essential items.

  20. BHRUT Update - 07 April 2020

    News -

    Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals are continuing to make changes and adapt measures to keep patients and staff safe as they deal deal with the coronavirus (Covid-19) situation.

  21. Pharmacies asked to open over the Easter weekend

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    NHS England has asked all pharmacies to open this coming Good Friday and Easter Monday to deal with patients requiring medication to help the fight against coronavirus.

  22. What to do if your loved one dies

    Advice and Information -

    Losing a loved one is difficult at any time, but with so many changes to our usual customs, this can feel even harder.

  23. COVID-19: Act now to avoid a local lockdown

    News -

    Public Health England (PHE) figures today showed that Redbridge currently has the highest COVID-19 infection rates in London.

  24. Covid-19 - Coronavirus - Easyread

    Report -

    Below is some information of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) in Easyread

  25. PoHwer and Making a NHS complaint

    Advice and Information -

    PoHwer is a charity that promotes information, advocacy and advice services across England. It is an independent, free service reaching individuals struggling with particular challenges in life.

  26. Highlighting Heroes

    Blog -

    Who are your local heroes?
    We would like to hear from you.

  27. Temporary relocations of dermatology and gastroenterology services

    News -

    Commissioners at North East London CCG have agreed to an urgent temporary relocation of two community services run by Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT)

  28. Annual Report - 2020-2021

    Report -

    Healthwatch Redbridge 2020-2021 Annual Report: find out how we have been responding to your concerns throughout the year.

  29. Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    As the situation with the Coronavirus (Covid-19) is ever-changing it’s important that you stay informed with latest advice and information from official sources.

  30. Local support

    Advice and Information -

    A number of local organisations available to help Redbridge citizens

  31. One Place East produce a report on the impact the pandemic has had on adults with learning disabilities

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    Adults with a learning disability, their parents/carers have contacted One Place East during the first lockdown in 2020 to express their frustration and anger
    about their treatment during the crisis.

  32. Vaccinations: North East London Health and Care Partnership bulletin

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    The latest edition of the North East London and Health Care Partnership bulletin has been published, focussing on vaccinations...

  33. Are you or your loved one waiting for hospital care? Share you views

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    The NHS is working hard to get people the care they need. But we know you might not be getting enough support to manage your health while you wait. That’s why we want to hear your experience so we can help the NHS improve support for people like you

  34. Long COVID in Redbridge – a new project planned

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    Healthwatch Redbridge is planning a project to hear and present the perspectives of service users in Redbridge who experience symptoms of Covid-19 for far longer than would be expected.

  35. Supportive group workshops for those experiencing a Covid-19 bereavement

    Advice and Information -

    The Drop-In Bereavement Centre is hosting Supportive Well-Being Covid-19 Group Workshops for those who have experienced Covid-19 related losses.

  36. Online well-being workshops for those experiencing Covid-19 related losses

    Advice and Information -

    The Drop-In Bereavement Centre is hosting a series of Bereavement Well-Being Workshops via Zoom to support members of the community who have experienced Covid-19 related losses.

  37. NHS dentistry: We have co-signed an open letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer

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    We have co-signed an open letter addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak calling for a recovery plan for NHS dentistry.

  38. CQC: Increased stability in social care and real collaboration across health and care key to mitigating risk of “tsunami of unmet need”

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    The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC’s) annual assessment of the state of health and social care in England looks at the quality of care over the past year – the first of these reports to cover a full year of the pandemic.

  39. Healthwatch Redbridge and Partners win National Award! - (Press release)

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    Healthwatch Network Awards 2021: Winners announced

  40. COVID-19 – new variant

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    On Sunday 28 November the government announced new measures after cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant were found in the UK. 

  41. Clinics providing jabs over the festive season

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    Redbridge Council is working with local GPs and health workers to run vaccination clinics over the Christmas period including on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.

  42. COVID-19 – vaccinations in Redbridge

    News -

    Residents are urged not to remain unprotected from COVID-19.

  43. Post Covid survey

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    Healthwatch England have asked local Healthwatch to gather data on peoples experiences of Post Covid to help shape and develop services in this new clinical area.

  44. Have your say about your health services

    News -

    If you have a disability or health condition and are finding it difficult to contact your Redbridge GP please join us and One Place East online (via Zoom) to share your experience, and have your say.

  45. Unlimited visiting for care home residents to return

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    From Monday 31 January, there will be no limit on the number of visitors a care home resident can have and no requirements to test or isolate after visits out (providing these visits are not deemed to be “high risk”).

  46. Consultation on removing vaccination as a condition of deployment for health and social care staff

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    Consultation to remove vaccination as a condition of deployment as Omicron replaces Delta as dominant COVID-19 variant.

  47. Are you a carer, and having problems with your local health services?

    News -

    If you are a carer and are finding it difficult to contact your Redbridge GP please join us and One Place East online (via Zoom) to share your experience, and have your say.

  48. Evaluation of NHS fast-track surgical hubs

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    During the COVID-19 pandemic the NHS in London adapted to make sure that patient services were maintained. For surgery, a number of fast-track surgical hubs were created to boost the amount of planned surgery that could be carried out across London

  49. A guide to accessing dental services in Redbridge

    Report -

    Over the last year local people have told us how difficult it has been for some of them to access dentists in Redbridge.

  50. Health awareness sessions on Tuberculosis, HIV, and Covid

    Advice and Information -

    The Health Promotion Programs team at RedbridgeCVS is offering free health awareness sessions and training for Redbridge residents, community groups, and organisations.