1. Cancer services for Isle of Wight Residents: Experiences of Patients and Families 2016

    Report -

    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.

  2. Care at Home Report 2017

    Report -

    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.

  3. Cancer Services for Isle of Wight Residents: Co-ordination, Travel and Urgent Assistance

    Report -

    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.

  4. Living with Dementia: Experiences of People with Dementia, Families and Unpaid Carers Report 2018

    Report -

    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.

  5. What are people's experiences of cancer services?

    News -

    Our new report on cancer services highlights issues with travel, support and coordination alongside praise

  6. Quality of care at home services is not consistent

    News -

    Care at home services are an essential part of ensuring people can live safe and independent lives in their own home.

  7. Isle of Wight Care Services Directory 2022

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  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. Unpaid Carers Report 'Paying the Price' 2016

    Report -

    This report sought to find out whether the challenge of meeting the needs of carers is being met on the Isle of Wight and to understand more about the experiences of carers and how their role impacts on lives on a day to day basis.

  10. Healthwatch Isle of Wight and Carers IW working together to improve local support for unpaid carers

    News -

    Healthwatch Isle of Wight have been working with Carers IW to identify and improve the support that is offered to unpaid carers on the Isle of Wight. This was a priority area chosen by the public during a prioritisation consultation.

  11. Registering with your GP as an Unpaid Carer: A Toolkit

    Advice and Information -

    Do you look after a family member, friend or friend who needs extra help due to an illness, frailty, disability, or mental health issue?
    If the answer is yes, you may be considered an unpaid carer.

    If your GP knows you are a carer they can provide you with support, advice & information.
    You are also entitled to a free flu jab.

    Psease see the toolkit below for information you may find useful as an unpaid carer.