1. It's your NHS… Have your Say

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    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.

  2. Public engagement on the NHS Long Term Plan

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

  3. Staying fit and well in winter

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    It can be harder for older people to stay fit and well throughout the colder months.

  4. Next Steps to better care in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    NHS organisations in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) have published the Better Care Together ‘Next steps to better care in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland’.

  5. Useful links for carers

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    Useful links for carers in the local area

  6. It only takes a minute

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    It only takes a minute to complete our quick poll that asks how much you would like to be involved in planning your care when you are older.

  7. Healthwatch Rutland Annual Report 2018-2019

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    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.

  8. Transfer of Care Task Group

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    This project ran from August 2016 to March 2017. The initial findings can be found in the report below:

  9. What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?

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    The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

  10. Homecare Services

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    Find local Homecare Services and their contact details.

  11. Patient Transport Services

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    Find local Patient Transport services and their contact details.

  12. Sign up to the Citizens’ Panel and help improve local health services

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    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

  13. Bereavement care and support following the death of someone who was important to you

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    The processes that follow the death of a loved one may be different during the coronavirus pandemic, so you can find here some links to advice that will help to guide you through the process and what you need to do, after the death.

  14. Help the NHS to help you get the treatment you need

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    If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you.

  15. Anglian Water Support

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

  16. Update on Covid-19 Vaccination Programme for Rutland

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    The Covid-19 vaccination programme in Rutland is planned to start on December 21st 2020, subject to delivery of the first batch of the vaccine.

  17. Age UK newsletter

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    Age UK Leicestershire and Rutland works throughout Rutland with people over 50 and their carers, providing support, information and activities

  18. Admiral Nurse Service

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    Admiral Nurses give practical and emotional support to people with dementia as well as their families and carers.

  19. Summer 2022 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for Summer 2022

  20. Does the childcare offer in Rutland meet your family's needs?

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    Rutland County Council has launched its latest Childcare Sufficiency Assessment.

  21. Our 2022-2023 Annual Report: Together we're making health and social care better

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    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.

  22. Rutland Health and Wellbeing Board Annual Report

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    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.

  23. The Rutland Healthcare Support shop relocates to Barleythorpe

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    The Rutland Healthcare Support service was formed back in 2008 and is still running today with a team of dedicated volunteers. With a break in service due to relocating, the organisation has recently opened their doors again in their new premises in Barleythorpe. The new base for the Rutland Healthcare Support shop offers free parking and is easily accessible through automatic doors just off the car park. They offer a sales service as well as items to hire such as crutches, toilet aids and wheelchairs from £1 per day.

  24. 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?

  25. Dementia Report - May 2016

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    We wanted to hear users' and carers' experiences but this report also draws on the valuable insight of about 300 carers, professionals, voluntary organisations and planners.

  26. New plan to support people with Dementia to live well

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    Local health and social care leaders together with voluntary sector organisations in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) have unveiled new plans for supporting people with dementia and their carers.

  27. Community Services Survey

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    People in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are being asked to share their views on healthcare that patients receive at home and in local communities as the local NHS looks to improve community health services.

  28. A Leicester woman with dementia asks people not be afraid to seek help

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    A Leicester woman with dementia is highlighting the importance of getting the right help early on to people experiencing memory problems.

  29. Enter and View report - The Lodge Trust. December 2017

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    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.

  30. Services for older people

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    Find local Services for older people and their contact details

  31. September 2019 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for September 2019

  32. We will be at the Alzheimer's Society Celebration of Involvement!

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    We will be at the following event being held by the Alzheimer's Society:

  33. Speak up and help improve health and care in Rutland

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    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

  34. Alzheimer’s Society local services update

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    Local Alzheimer’s Society teams continue to provide information, support and guidance to those who need it.

  35. Coronavirus: Advice from other organisations

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    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.

  36. Dementia Action Week: Dementia Information

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    With Dementia Action Week happening on the 16-22 May 2022 it is a great opportunity for us to share information regarding Dementia.

  37. Living with Dementia in Rutland

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    Are services in Rutland meeting the needs of people with dementia, their families and carers?

  38. Living with Dementia in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    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

  39. Report: Living with Dementia in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    We heard from more than 350 people across LLR living with Dementia, their families and carers, during our research project last Autumn.

  40. Tell us your views on the draft Living Well with Dementia Strategy 2024-2028

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    The strategy is for everyone affected by dementia – people with a diagnosis of dementia, their families and carers, and people and organisations who work to support them.

  41. Dementia Action Week 2024

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    This year, Dementia Action Week will run from 13-19 May. Each year organisations come together to raise awareness of dementia and the support which is available.

    Join us in Uppingham on Monday 13 May for an event to kick off this week of dementia awareness raising.