Easy Read information

We try to make our information accessible to as many people as possible.

Some of the information we have is available in Easy Read in this section.

If you would like any other information in an Easy Read format, please contact us on info@healthwatchrotherham.org.uk or call 01709 717130.

  1. NHS Long-Term Plan Survey findings

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    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. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  3. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    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.

  4. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  5. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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    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.

  6. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

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    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.

  7. Annual Report 2013/14

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    Our Annual Report, making your voice heard and highlighting our work over the past 12 months.

  8. Annual Report 2014/15

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    Find out what we have achieved over the past year.

  9. Annual Report 2015/16

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    Our Annual Report for 2015/16 outlines how together we are putting people at the heart of health and social care.

  10. Annual Report 2016/17

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    Our Annual Report for 2016/17 brings together what Rotherham residents want from health and social care in our town.

  11. Annual Report 2017/18

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    We have been listening and taking what matters to you back to services, informing them of improvements you would like to see.

  12. Annual Report 2018/19

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    Find out what improvements Rotherham residents would like to see to health and social care services.

  13. Older Peoples Summit 2016

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    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.

  14. Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services

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    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.

  15. Access to Dental Practices

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

  16. Adult Mental Health Older People's Liaison Service

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

  17. Rotherham Health App

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

  18. Healthwatch South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw recognised for their work on the NHS Long Term Plan

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    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.

  19. Older People's Event & Slipper Swap

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    How we celebrated Older People's Month

  20. Complaints Policy

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    Our Complaints Policy outlines how to make a complaint about us and our approach to making sure complaints are resolved.

  21. Privacy Statement

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    This Privacy Statement sets out the data processing practices carried out by Healthwatch Rotherham. We retain and use personal data (information that relates to living people)

  22. Be Cancer Safe Rotherham and Barnsley

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    Be Cancer Safe needs your help

  23. The Hello my Name is tour hits Rotherham

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    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.

  24. New website launched to help mental health issues

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    A new website has been launched which will help young people deal with emotional health and well being issues. "My Mind Matters" website offers advice and guidance to young people, their parents and carers and those who work with young people on emotional health and well being issues.
    The website has been set up by Rotherham Council and NHS Rotherham Clinical Commissioning Group with help from young people, will help the borough's younger residents and their families access information, advice and support, on emotional health and well being issues.

  25. Rotherham Walk In Centre Services Change from 6th July 2017

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    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.

  26. Registering with a GP in the Rotherham area

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    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.

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

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

  28. Rotherham General Hospital UECC Survey

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    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.

  29. Information on Coronavirus

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

  30. Important Information regarding Healthwatch Rotherham

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    As from the 1st April 2020 Rotherham Healthwatch Ltd will no longer be delivering the Healthwatch service in Rotherham. The contract will now be delivered by Citizens Advice Rotherham and District.

  31. Covid-19 Survey

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    Healthwatch Rotherham would like to know your experiences of Coronavirus

  32. Cancer and coronavirus

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    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.

  33. Covid-19 Survey Results

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    Thank you to everyone who took part in our Covid-19 Survey, we are now able to publish our findings.

  34. Healthwatch Rotherham Annual Report 2019/20

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    Find out about the work we did during 2019/20, Helping to make sure that health and social care services are listening to the patient voice.

  35. Hospital Discharge for Rotherham residents during the pandemic

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    Prior to Coronavirus the hospital discharge process was long and drawn out. Hospitals needed to free up beds during the pandemic and the government released new guidelines to streamline the discharge process
    in March 2020.

  36. Healthwatch Newsletter - November 2020 Edition 1

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    We are pleased to share with you, the first edition of our Newsletter. We will publish regular updates on what we are up to and how we are feeding back your experiences of health and social care in the Town

  37. Healthwatch Newsletter - December 2020 Edition 2

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    Our second issue of our monthly newsletter gives an update on Covid-19 and an insight into the
    flu vaccination programme in Rotherham. You can also find out more information on the project we
    are currently working on.

  38. Healthwatch Newsletter - January 2021 Edition 3

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    Published a little early due to the Christmas holidays, our latest newsletter gives an update on the Covid-19 vaccine and gives information on our
    new Healthwatch........Lets talk project starting January 2021.

  39. Minutes of the Steering Group Meeting 29th July 2020

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    Our Steering Group meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling us and to make sure that we are fulfilling our statutory duty.

  40. Minutes of the Steering Group Meeting 19th August 2020

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    Our Steering Group meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling and us and to make sure we are fulfilling our statutory duty.

  41. Minutes of the Steering Group Meeting 16th September 2020

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    Our Steering Group meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling us and to make sure we are fulfilling our statutory duty.

  42. Minutes of the Steering Group Meeting 21st October 2020

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    Our Steering Group meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling us and to make sure we are fulfilling our statutory duty.

  43. Minutes of the Steering Group Meeting 18th November 2020

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    Our Steering Group meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling us and to make sure we are fulfilling our statutory duty.

  44. Looking after someone? Know your rights

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    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.

  45. Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first

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    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.

  46. Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?

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

  47. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on services tackling obesity and loneliness in Rotherham

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    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.

  48. Flu Campaign in Rotherham

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    Find out about the drive and walk through flu vaccine clinics used in Rotherham this winter

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

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    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