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Memory and Dementia Assessment Services Survey
Healthwatch in Sussex is the local independent watchdog for health and care. We would like to hear about your most recent experience of Memory and Dementia Assessment Services.
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Heads Up - January 2024
Keeping you up to date with health and social care news, views and research.
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Healthwatch West Sussex statement: Royal Sussex Hospital Police investigation
We can confirm that Healthwatch West Sussex is aware of a police investigation into allegations relating to several services at the Royal Sussex County Hospital.
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Third of people in England lack confidence they can access critical NHS services
Healthwatch England new research shows worryingly low public confidence in being able to access NHS services. A third of adults in England lack confidence that they can access timely care, including GP services, mental health support and hospital care.
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Dementia services across Sussex
Finding out about people's experiences of dementia-related services and support in Sussex.
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Understanding Drug Use and Harm in West Sussex
West Sussex Community Safety is keen to understand the scale and patterns of drug harm in our communities.
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Lost for words – improving access to healthcare for ethnic minority communities
People with little or no English struggle at all points of their healthcare journey. Healthwatch England's new research shines a light on…
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West Sussex Community Food Hubs
West Sussex County Council is working in partnership with UKHarvest, a food rescue charity, to reduce food waste and provide access to affordable…
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Latest reports and publication
Freshers Fairs Engagement report 2023
In 2023, we attended five Freshers Fairs between 4 and 8 September, where we spoke to approximately 300 young people across week.
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Spotlight Report: Sussex Lung Disease Support Group
Sussex Lung Disease Support Group is for people living with chronic lung conditions such as COPD, Bronchiectasis and Interstitial Lung Disease.
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