Whether you’ve used the service, tried to use it, or never heard of it until now, your views matter. We want to understand if people are aware of the Pharmacy First service, how it is working locally and what could be improved.
Have your say by completing our short, anonymous survey before 12 July.
People who pay for their own social care in Rutland highlight the strengths of current services and the need for better support during what can be a complex and emotional journey.
Our latest Healthwatch Rutland report reveals patient frustration with NHS communication and administration processes.
Our work over the past year has focused on ensuring that the public and patient voice is championed in the development of health and social care services to meet the needs of the Rutland community.
People told us that they feel they have no choice but to pay for private dentistry even though they can’t afford it, with 59% of respondents unable to get an NHS appointment in the last 12 months.
We heard from 123 people and the feedback again highlighted that the people of Rutland need more affordable, accessible dentistry services.
Healthwatch Rutland were able to help a 94-year-old wheelchair user with vascular, heart and skin problems get emergency transport he needed, despite being told that he was not eligible.
