1. The AskSARA website could make life easier for you.

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    A new website called AskSARA has been launched in Warwickshire that shows people gadgets and solutions that can make life easier for them.

  2. Making a complaint about social care services – what to expect

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    Here we look at six things you should expect when making a complaint about social care services.

  3. Keeping well during the winter

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    Cold weather can make some health problems worse and even lead to serious complications, especially if you are older, or if you have a long-term condition.

  4. See, Hear, Act

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    See, Hear, Act is Warwickshire County Council’s process for continual improvement of the quality of care throughout Warwickshire.

  5. Visits to care providers

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    Visiting providers of health and social care services is the most hands-on way that any local Healthwatch has to ensure that local services are fit for purpose.

  6. Making a complaint about a service in Warwickshire

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    Details of who to contact for complaints about health and social care services in Warwickshire.

  7. Warwickshire Care Services Directory

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    The Warwickshire Adult Care and Support Services Guide can help you find care and support in Warwickshire.

  8. Caring for the Carers

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    Find out about support services available to Carers.

  9. Learning Disability Week 2021

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    This year’s Learning Disability Week is 14 - 20 June, with a focus on art and creativity.

  10. Carers Trust Heart of England Carers’ Voice

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    Find out more about Carers Voice Coventry and Warwickshire.

  11. Carers – Understanding your health and wellbeing needs

    Report -

    Read the report from our recent Carers' project.

  12. Do you enjoy driving, have some time you would be willing to offer and want to give back to the Community?

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    Find out more about the Volunteer Drivers Scheme

  13. Summary of the Health and Social Care charging reforms (Building Back Better)

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    Find out more about the Government's plans to reform the funding of Adult Social Care.

  14. How feedback on Adult Social Care Services in Warwickshire can make a difference.

    Report -

    In April 2023 we held an online event for residents of Warwickshire who use Adult Social Care Services, or care for someone who does.

  15. Healthwatch Warwickshire in Rugby

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    Healthwatch Warwickshire is holding events in Rugby this October to address local need for services such as Doctors, Dentists, Urgent Care and Care at Home.

  16. Engagement and Outreach in South Warwickshire

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    Read our report on what we have been hearing in South Warwickshire from staff and residents at Orbit properties.

  17. What should you expect from home care services?

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

  18. Do you need help travelling to NHS services? Find out about transport options.

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  19. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

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    ​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  20. Health system in Coventry and Warwickshire delivers booster programme expansion

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    The NHS in Coventry and Warwickshire is offering every adult the chance to book a booster by the end of the year.

  21. Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment Report Published

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    Residents and pharmacists across Warwickshire and Coventry were asked to share their thoughts and experiences of local pharmacy services as part of the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA).

  22. Looking for information?

    Advice and Information -

    Information can be found here on who to contact in a crisis, A&E waiting times, how to find a Walk in Centre, cost of living support and more.

  23. Winter Outreach: 3 Quick Questions

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    Between December 2022 and March 2023, we invited people to share their experiences by asking three questions.

  24. What you told us about Menopause support services in Warwickshire

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    Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences of care during the menopause and perimenopause.
    We heard 314 responses to our survey between September and December 2023.

  25. Prescription Ordering Direct (POD) telephone service closure

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    The NHS Prescription Ordering Direct service, a way to order repeat prescriptions by telephone, will be closing at the end of March 2024.
    If you have used POD, your GP surgery should contact you to tell you how this change will affect you.

  26. What is your experience of pharmacy in Rugby?

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    Healthwatch Warwickshire would like to hear your experiences of using pharmacies and getting prescription medication across Rugby.

  27. Prescription Costs

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    Need information about prescription charges, increases and ways to save?