1. Adult Social Care Consultation on Cuts to Services

    Report -

    Merton Council ran a consultation exercise about how, and from where, they aim to achieve the 2016/17 proposed cuts of £5.06 million to be implemented in 2016-17.

  2. Carers needed to help develop new bereavement service

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    The South West London & St George Mental Health Trust is keen to expand the involvement of all service users and carers in developing their services.

  3. Coronavirus Volunteer Workforce in Merton

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    Merton Voluntary Service Council (MVSC) is working with the voluntary sector in the borough to mobilise a volunteer taskforce to help isolated households and those at risk from COVID-19.

  4. Healthwatch Merton Annual report 2019-2020

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    Our 2019/20 Annual Report

  5. CQC - Developing our future strategy

    News -

    Care Quality Commission as part of developing their next strategy are sharing their latest thinking on a range of key areas.

  6. Out of sight – who cares?: Restraint, segregation and seclusion review

    Report -

    Looks at the use of restraint, seclusion and segregation in care services for people with a mental health condition, a learning disability or autistic people.

  7. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  8. Healthwatch Merton annual report 2020-2021

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    Healthwatch Merton Annual report (2020-2021) – June 2021

  9. ‘what is working well’

    Report -

    The key focus of this snapshot report is to share ‘what is working well’



  10. Latest E-bulletin

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    Our E-bulletins let you know what we have been up to and highlights both local and national health and care updates and opportunities.

  11. Your Care, Your Way

    News -

    Help make sure more people get healthcare information in the way they need it.

  12. Long COVID Snapshot Report 21/22

    Report -

    Our Long COVID snapshot report is ready to share and is based on what we heard from you between August 2021 and November 2021.

  13. Healthwatch Merton Annual Report 2021-22

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    Healthwatch Merton Annual report (2021-2022)

    We would like to thank everyone who helped us to put people at the heart of health and social care.

  14. Healthwatch Merton Annual Report 2022-23

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    Healthwatch Merton Annual report (2022-2023)

    We would like to thank everyone who helped us to put people at the heart of health and social care.

  15. 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?

  16. World Suicide Prevention Day

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    Did you know September 10th 2019 was World Suicide Prevention day? Healthwatch Merton is supporting this campaign in the borough.

  17. Do you need help getting to hospital in Merton?

    Advice and Information -

    If you visited hospital recently, how did you get there? Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  18. Merton Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual and Transgender (LGBT) Report

    Report -

    The report from our lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender (LGBT) event - with patient and service user experience, health and social care and more.

  19. Access free online therapy

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    A new free online therapy service by Big White Wall has been commissioned by the NHS in Merton to enhance the existing mental health support in the borough.

  20. Help the NHS and your local community this winter by sharing your views about the flu vaccination

    News -

    Are you from a BAME (Black, Asian, minority ethnic) community and living in the borough Merton?
    If yes, South West London CCG would love to hear from you to help shape their community messages around the winter flu vaccine.

  21. Our position on patient transport

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    Getting to healthcare appointments can be impossible for some people – especially those who cannot travel or afford it. Find out what we’ve recommended decision-makers do to improve the situation.

  22. Become Healthwatch Merton New Chair

    News -

    Healthwatch Merton (HWM) are recruiting a new chair

  23. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.