1. Advice and Information -

    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.
  2. Report -

    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS Dental Services, which are based
    on a clinical need and not the ability to pay.
  3. News -

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

    Our latest newsletter is now available to download and read below
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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
  8. 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.
  9. News -

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

    In September, we spoke to 60 people regarding their experiences with health and social care services in Rotherham. You can hear about their experiences with GP's, Rotherham Hospital and mental health services in our report below
  11. Report -

    In February 2024, we spoke to 43 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:
  12. 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.
  13. Report -

    In March 2024, we spoke to 58 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:
  14. 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.
  15. News -

    On 8th April 2024, our Community Engagement and Projects Officer, Andrea, visited Rotherham’s Parkinson's support group to have a general chat about all things Healthwatch.
  16. 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:
  17. Advice and Information -

    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.
  18. Advice and Information -

    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
  19. Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.
  20. Advice and Information -

    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.
  21. Report -

    On Friday the 7th October 2013, Healthwatch Rotherham held an Older Peoples Summit at The New York Stadium.
    This was the second of three events held in the town during Older Peoples Month.
  22. 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.
  23. Report -

    We carried out this report to enable commissioners to develop an outcomes framework for the Adult Mental Health Older Peoples
    Liaison Service.
  24. News -

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

    Healthwatch Rotherham, Doncaster, Sheffield, Barnsley and North Notts have picked up an award for Outstanding Achievement for their collaboration on the engagement of residents on the "What Would You Do" campaign.
  26. News -

    How we celebrated Older People's Month
  27. News -

    Be Cancer Safe needs your help
  28. News -

    The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust was selected as just one of a handful of healthcare organisations nationally to receive a prestigious visit from Kate Granger. Kate creator and champion of the "Hello my Name is" campaign has worked in elderly medicine in Yorkshire as a consultant and registrar and has terminal cancer. Kate began and spearheaded the "hello my name is" campaign after she noticed some doctors, nurses and support staff delivering her care failed to introduce themselves - a simple action that makes a massive difference to the experience patients have.
  29. 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.
  30. Report -

    The NHS states that patients have a legal right to register at whichever GP practice they choose. GP practices must accept any patients who wish to register with them unless they have reasonable grounds to refuse registration.
  31. Advice and Information -

    Feeling unwell? Read on for advice about where you can go for help with your health during the winter months.
  32. Report -

    During December 2019, representatives from Healthwatch Rotherham attended the Urgent and Emergency Care Centre at Rotherham General Hospital to speak with residents about their reasons for attending.
  33. News -

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

    Healthwatch Rotherham would like to know your experiences of Coronavirus
  35. Advice and Information -

    If you have cancer, it's understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.
  36. Advice and Information -

    Since the Covid-19 pandemic, it's been estimated that across the UK there are 13.5 million unpaid carers. Many people are unaware of their rights as a carer and, as a result, are not accessing the help and support they are entitled to.
  37. 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.
  38. Advice and Information -

    Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.
  39. Report -

    Loneliness and obesity are two major public health issues influencing the residents in Rotherham, both have an impact on the mental health of the affected individuals, which has been particularly highlighted during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  40. News -

    The Government COVID-19 vaccines delivery plan aims to vaccinate tens of millions of people, please take our short survey to support feedback of rapid insight to Government and local services
    about how the vaccine programme is working.
  41. Report -

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

    A big thank you to all the participants who attended our February Lets Talk...session where we talked about mental health and what support is on offer in Rotherham
  43. Report -

    During February 2021 we undertook a survey to find out what residents think of the Covid-19 vaccine in Rotherham.
    We had over 330 responses from residents of aged 13 years upwards.
  44. News -

    Dr Iram Sattar (GP & MWNUK Trustee) separates fact from fiction in this short video. Iram debunks the misinformation surrounding the newly established Covid-19 vaccine and encourages everyone to take the vaccine when offered!
  45. News -

    A big thank you to all that participants that attended our March Let's Talk session where we talked about the myths and concerns around the covid-19 vaccinations
  46. News -

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

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

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

    This report showcases myth-busting Zoom sessions we ran in partnership with HARP (Health Access for Refugees Programme) and British Red Cross on the Covid-19 vaccine for asylum seekers and refugees.