1. Report -

    This survey was planned as a joint collaboration between Healthwatch Rutland and East Leicestershire and Rutland Clinical Commissioning Group (ELRCCG). Both organisations were keen to know what Rutland people feel about primary care services.
  2. News -

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has given Leicestershire Partnership Trust’s (LPT) an overall rating of “Requires Improvement” in its recently published inspection report.
  3. News -

    Today we launch the “What Would You Do?” campaign to encourage everyone in Rutland to share their views about what changes to local NHS services should be made in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
  4. News -

    There is still time for Armed Forces families to share their experiences as part of a wide-ranging survey looking at aspects of military life.
  5. News -

    Are you a veteran, reservist, serving in the armed forces or family of someone who is?
  6. News -

    We are working with colleagues in Healthwatch Leicester/Leicestershire to deliver co-ordinated engagement with the public about the plan’s proposals.
  7. News -

    Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCG) in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, the NHS groups that plan and buy health services, have been talking to people about their experiences of community health services.
  8. News -

    The Future in Mind programme team are inviting the public to a series of events showing how children’s mental health services are changing in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR).
  9. Report -

    We heard from the public that some confusion existed surrounding the provision of support to military veterans in the county so we held a workshop to explore the issues.
  10. Advice and Information -

    Useful links for carers in the local area
  11. News -

    This week GPs in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are encouraging people with a learning disability to make sure they have an annual health check.
  12. Report -

    We experienced a lot of change in 2018-19, but were still busy working to ensure that the voices of all Rutland people were heard on the local delivery of health and social care. Read our annual report to find out what we achieved.
  13. Report -

    Part of our local Healthwatch programme is to carry out Enter and View visits. Healthwatch Rutland authorised representatives carry out these visits to health and social care services to find out how they are being run and make recommendations.
  14. Advice and Information -

    Find local Mental Health Services and their contact details.
  15. Report -

    A report of the views and experiences of people with a connection to the British Armed Forces living or stationed in Rutland, Harborough or South Kesteven has now been published.
  16. News -

    Children and young adults who are seriously addicted to computer games will now be able to get help at the country’s first specialist clinic, set up as part of The NHS Long Term Plan.
  17. Advice and Information -

    The Exercise Referral Scheme is a programme for adults (16+) with health conditions, who could benefit from increased physical activity.
  18. News -

    We all love the NHS, but let’s make it even better this year. Tell us about your experiences of health and social care, and the changes that you would like to see made locally, in our online survey. #SpeakUp2020
  19. Advice and Information -

    Young people may need help with a range of issues at different points in their life. Find out what you can expect from mental health services, to make sure you get the support you need.
  20. News -

    People in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) are invited to sign up to a new online network to help shape the future of local NHS services
  21. Advice and Information -

    It can be hard to keep up with the constantly changing and evolving nature of guidance and help with coronavirus. Here are some links to different national organisations and their advice.
  22. Advice and Information -

    Isolation and social distancing is very difficult for everybody, especially for those with existing mental health conditions. It can be a struggle for anyone to cope with isolation and the immense changes to our way of life.
  23. Advice and Information -

    Worries about Coronavirus (COVID-19) are common, a lot of people are worried about staying at home and avoiding seeing people outside their household.
  24. News -

    Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) has launched a dedicated 24 hour ‘phone line for people of all ages in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to access NHS mental health support when they need it urgently: 0116 295 3060
  25. Advice and Information -

    Within these uncertain times, many people are worrying about their finances. Anglian Water Support can help.
  26. News -

    Share your story to help services learn and improve from the experiences of people from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds during COVID-19.
  27. News -

    The Big Barnardo’s Conversation is aimed at highlighting the impact of Covid-19 on children and young people across the UK.
  28. Report -

    During 2019-20 we continued to assert ourselves as an independent champion to put Rutland people at the heart of decisions as the health and care environment moves towards an integrated care system and single strategic commissioning body.
  29. Advice and Information -

    Supporting people with their mental health has never been more important, as many struggle to deal with the Covid-19 lockdown.
  30. Report -

    During the height of the Spring 2020 Coronavirus lockdown, between late April and early June, we were asking the public across Leicester Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) to tell us about their experiences of health and care support.
  31. News -

    Rutland residents and health care professionals to come together and discuss the development of a local plan for health and care in Rutland.
  32. News -

    The provision of local mental health services has been strengthened by making it easier to access mental health support.
  33. News -

    Working together with Healthwatch Leicester and Leicestershire, Healthwatch Rutland will be running a series of themed community focus groups to identify the impact of changes introduced across health and social care, in response to the pandemic.
  34. News -

    The NHS is urging the public to have their say on plans to improve the way adult mental health care is delivered across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR).
  35. News -

    Leicestershire Partnership Trust’s (LPT) independent Patient, Carer and Voluntary & Community Sector led People’s Council has set it priorities for the year ahead and its plans for how it will raise awareness of its work.
  36. Advice and Information -

    Pepper's - A Safe Place aims to provide anyone struggling with their mental health with a space to relax, take some time out and chat with friendly volunteers and like-minded individuals.
  37. Report -

    Carers Week 2021 'Making Caring Visible and Valued: A Focus on Carers Mental Health in Rutland.
  38. Report -

    Our work over the past year has focused on ensuring that the public and patient voice is heard as early and loudly as possible in the development and transformation of health and care services across Rutland.
  39. News -

    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for Summer 2022
  40. News -

    Family hubs are a way of joining up services locally by bringing existing family help services together to improve access, both physically and online.
  41. News -

    New local Healthwatch research shows that one of the big challenges for people living with dementia, and their carers, is to be able to access information and support services that are appropriate for their individual needs, at the right time
  42. Report -

    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.
  43. News -

    Progress made during the first year of the Rutland Health and Wellbeing Strategy and Place Plan is described in the Health and Wellbeing Board Annual Report.
  44. News -

    Our local NHS wants to hear from children and young people in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
  45. Advice and Information -

    Joy is a free health and wellbeing support website that helps you find activities, groups and support near you.