1. Older Peoples Summit 2016

    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.

  2. Where can I go for help when I am ill in winter?

    Advice and Information -

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

  3. Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?

    Advice and Information -

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

  4. Unpaid carers in Rotherham are asked to share feedback on care following a year of the COVID-19 Pandemic

    News -

    Alliance of local and national care organisations calls for feedback from unpaid carers after a year which has seen enormous challenges for all those working in the health and social care sector, those using services, and their loved ones

  5. Let's Talk...Carers event write up

    News -

    Our latest online Zoom Let’s Talk event focused on carers, following on from National Carers Week that took place between the 6th and 12th June.

  6. SURVEY: Do you know who provides and pays for your healthcare services in South Yorkshire? (ICS/ICB survey)

    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.

  7. Let's Talk Care Homes and Home Care event write-up

    News -

    A huge thank you to all our guest speakers and attendees for attending our November Let's Talk event, this month focusing on Care Homes and Home Care

  8. What should you expect from home care services?

    Advice and Information -

    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  9. Older People's Event & Slipper Swap

    News -

    How we celebrated Older People's Month

  10. Looking after someone? Know your rights

    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.

  11. Let's Talk...Dementia Awareness event

    News -

    Thank you to everyone who attended our latest ‘Let’s Talk’ session which discussed Dementia Awareness

  12. Let's Talk...Cancer Awareness

    News -

    Our April 'Let's Talk' discussed cancer awareness.
    Unfortunately, we had a low turnout for this. If you would like to participate in our market research for our 'Let's Talk' events - you can do so here: https://forms.gle/aqky9wmX6yiAYzN88

  13. Current Surveys:

    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.

  14. RDaSH Crisis Service Feedback Survey

    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.

  15. Let's Talk: Self-care in extreme weathers and the changing climate

    News -

    On Monday 9th October, Healthwatch Rotherham organised an event with Hellaby Craft Club to discuss self-care in extreme weathers and our ever-changing climate. Our guest speaker for this event was Kym Gleeson, a wellbeing co-ordinator with Age UK

  16. Unpaid Carers

    Report -

    Hearing the voices of Unpaid Carers in Rotherham

  17. All things Healthwatch - Help and advice

    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.