1. Report -

    We developed a local survey with colleagues from other local Healthwatch organisations in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to ask you ‘What Would You Do?’ to improve local NHS Services.
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  2. Report -

    During early 2014 Healthwatch Rotherham received concerns from parents regarding the
    CAMHS. We worked with these families to capture the views of local people on the culture of the
    service.
  3. News -

    On Thursday 21st March 2024, Healthwatch Rotherham attended Landmarks College 'Independence Fest' at Renishaw Community Centre!
  4. Blog -

    During February and March 2024, we were joined by two University of Sheffield students, Olivia and Holly.

    They were a fantastic addition to our team and spent their time carrying out vital research for us as well as attending engagement events with our Community and Engagements officer, Andrea.
  5. Report -

    In April 2024, we spoke to 47 people about their experiences and feedback on health and social care services in Rotherham. This was through a combination of in-person engagement and enquiries. You can find their feedback below:
  6. News -

    Our Community Engagement Officer Andrea has been out and about in the community this month gathering feedback from local people about their experiences with health and social care services in Rotherham.
  7. News -

    If you have a learning disability or autism, we want to hear from you to learn about how you feel GP's, hospitals and dentists care for you. We want to know who is getting things right and providing you with great care, and who isn't so good. Where you feel care is not good, what needs to be better? This survey is to give you a voice to tell us what you feel good care looks like and for them to make any changes so that they can make care better.

  8. News -

    The Rotherham Health App the new tool to help you manage your healthcare more efficiently.
  9. News -

    From the 6th July 2017, the Walk In Centre Service at Rotherham Community Health Centre will no longer be provided. The Walk-In Centre Team will join the Emergency Department at the new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre at
    Rotherham Hospital.
  10. Advice and Information -

    The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care. Find out what this means to you and your loved ones.
  11. News -

    Let us know your thoughts and experiences on accessing adult and children/young people mental health services in Rotherham.

  12. News -

    Our latest newsletter has been published today, and is available to download!
  13. Report -

    Our Annual Report for 2020-2021 has now been published and is ready to read
  14. News -

    Our latest newsletter has been published today, and is available to download!
  15. News -

    Healthwatch Rotherham are recruiting for new voluntary members of our Steering Group. The group oversees the operation of the Healthwatch Rotherham contract, and provides guidance, to ensure successful delivery of our work programmes.
  16. News -

    Our latest newsletter has been published today, and is available to download!
  17. News -

    Our latest newsletter has been published today, and is available to download!
  18. News -

    Our latest Healthwatch Newsletter is available to download and read now
  19. News -

    Our latest newsletter is now available to download and read below
  20. News -

    Our latest ‘Let’s Talk’ event looked at access to dentistry in Rotherham. We had a turnout of 10 guests from services including dentistry, Healthwatch and Voluntary Action Rotherham.
  21. News -

    Our next Healthwatch Rotherham newsletter is available to download and read now
  22. Report -

    Due to an increase in dentist enquiries over the past few months, between December 2021 - January 2022 we decided to look into dentistry issues in Rotherham, and how Rotherham residents have found accessing a dentist in the past 12 months.
  23. News -

    Our May 22 newsletter is now available to read
  24. Report -

    Our 2021-2022 Annual Report is now published and available to read.
    If you have any questions about anything featured in this report, please contact the Healthwatch manager Natalie Palmer on: Natalie.palmer@healthwatchrotherham.org.uk
  25. News -

    The new Integrated Care System (ICS) is a change to how health and care decisions will be made in our area. Read the statement from local Healthwatch in South Yorkshire about how we'll be working as part of this new system.
  26. Report -

    Our latest report on Long Covid/Post-Covid syndrome is now available to read below. We wanted to get an overview of how Long Covid is affecting Rotherham residents, what symptoms they are experiencing and what services they are accessing
  27. News -

    Join us at our online drop in on Tuesday 11th October from 9:30am-11:30am.
    Grab yourself and cuppa and share your story with us on healthcare services in Rotherham

  28. News -

    Healthwatch Rotherham believe it is important that you, as a resident, knows who pays for your health and social care services in South Yorkshire.
  29. News -

    Healthwatch Rotherham have been undertaking community engagement in various services within the Rotherham area. We have listened to service users and noted down some key comments regarding their experiences with health and social care
  30. News -

    Please find attached our spotlight shares from November 2022 covering Mowbray Gardens Library, Hygge Cafe tots club, Shiloh, Kimberworth Park and Breathing Space
  31. News -

    Please find attached our spotlight shares from the previous 2 weeks, this time covering Mowbray Gardens Library, Rotherham United Dementia Cafe, Mature Millers, Veterans Group and St Mary's Church
  32. News -

    Our Engagement Officer Mariah has been busy talking to people in the community to gather their thoughts on local health and social care services in Rotherham
  33. News -

    Our Community Engagement Officer has been out in the Rotherham community over the past 2 weeks to gather their opinions and experiences of services in Rotherham

  34. News -

    Our Community Engagement Officer Andrea has been out in the community this month talking to various Rotherham residents, at a number of services and events, to listen to their experiences of local services
    You can view her findings below
  35. Report -

    Our 2022-2023 Annual Report has now been published and is ready to download and read. We would like to thank everybody who has contributed to this report and taken the time to read it. We look forward to another great year.
  36. News -

    Rotherham Council is seeking to update its adult social care priorities for the borough. To achieve the best outcomes for people, they recognise the importance of putting the person at the heart of everything they do.
  37. News -

    Please see below a list of our current surveys. Completing these surveys allows you to share your experiences, views and opinions anonymously. All feedback is compiled into a report and sent to the relevant services to help improve patient care.
  38. News -

    Healthwatch Rotherham are working with the Rotherham Crisis Team Service to gather feedback from those who have accessed the service themselves/on behalf of someone else, and wish to share their experiences, good or bad. All feedback is anonymous.
  39. Advice and Information -

    Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.
  40. Advice and Information -

    The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.
  41. Advice and Information -

    From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.