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Healthwatch Isle of Wight carried out a survey about the experiences of people who had used cancer services over the previous two years. The survey took place in December 2015 and 220 people participated. -
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Care at home became part of Healthwatch Isle of Wight's workplan for 2016/17 after a review of feedback received and a period of public engagement. -
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In 2016/17 cancer services were again identified by Healthwatch Isle of Wight as a topic for special attention. In mid-2017 people were invited to take part in a survey if they had used cancer services since January 2016. -
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In October 2017 Healthwatch Isle of Wight staff and volunteers visited ten dementia-focussed community groups across the Island, including all the Alzheimer cafes. People were informed of discussion sessions to be held and were invited to take part. -
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Our new report on cancer services highlights issues with travel, support and coordination alongside praise -
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Care at home services are an essential part of ensuring people can live safe and independent lives in their own home. -
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If you are looking for help from social services on the Isle of Wight, this directory explores:
The different types of care services available;
How to pay for your care;
Staying independent at home;
Support for carers.
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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? -
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Local Healthwatch on the Isle of Wight, in Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton have launched a survey asking local people to share their stories on how accessing health and social care services is working for them during the coronavirus outbreak. -
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Medical appointments as we knew them have dramatically changed as a result of Covid-19.
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In the period 1st April 2020 – 31st March 2021, Healthwatch Isle of Wight received 1415 pieces of feedback regarding Health and Social care, directly linked to the COVID-19 pandemic.