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As part of our Enter and View programme in 2018/19, we visited 16 Care Homes in Milton Keynes to hear about residents’ experiences, particularly regarding social engagement and activities.Blog -
As part of our Enter and View programme in 2018/19, we visited 16 Care Homes in Milton Keynes to hear about residents’ experiences, particularly regarding social engagement and activities.Blog -
Find out what has changed at Milton Keynes Urgent Care Centre since we published our report last year.Blog -
John has volunteered with Healthwatch Milton Keynes since April 2019.Blog -
This week, our CEO Maxine Taffetani, was invited to visit the Patient and Family Engagement team at the Milton Keynes University Hospital, and was excited to see how they've been celebrating Patient Experience Week.Blog -
On the day that Milton Keynes could finally call itself ‘officially’ a city, Deputy CEO Tracy Keech and I attended a Climate Change and Health Inequalities conference at the Hotel La Tour in Central Milton Keynes.Blog -
Read the latest blog on the MK Deal from our CEO, Maxine Taffetani.Blog -
Every volunteer plays a critical role in championing the voices of patients, carers and their families, and sharing their experiences of health and social care.Blog -
One of the most rewarding things about being part of the Healthwatch network is seeing improvements to health and care services that are a direct result of listening to patients, acting on their feedback and involving them in solutions to problems.Advice and Information -
The Advocacy People provide advocacy services for Milton Keynes.Advice and Information -
A quick guide for people with dementia and their family and carersAdvice and Information -
With many people sleeping rough, here's how health and care services can help those facing homelessness get the support they need.Advice and Information -
How do you spend your time while waiting for the doctor?
Here are three suggestions on things you can do while you wait.Advice and Information -
Are you aware you can access a variety of out of hours appointments at your GP surgery? Your GP receptionist will be able to help you find an out of hours appointment across Milton Keynes when you need one.Advice and Information -
Choosing a care home can be daunting so it's important to have the right information. Find out more about your rights and how to complain if you are not happy.Advice and Information -
Mind BLMK works across Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire and Luton, offering a range of well-being services to ensure that nobody has to face mental health problems alone.Advice and Information -
Carers MK is a local branch of the charity Carers, which offers advice and support for people who care for others.Advice and Information -
Milton Keynes Centre for Integrated Living (MK CIL) is a Disability Information and Advice Service.Advice and Information -
Talkback work for and with young people with a disability.Advice and Information -
Age UK Milton Keynes works with and for older people to make a real and positive difference that contributes to their wellbeing and quality of life.Advice and Information -
Information for young people wanting to know their rights when accessing healthcare.Advice and Information -
Healthwatch Essex, in partnership with Mencap, produced a short film encouraging people with learning disabilities to go to their annual health checks.Advice and Information -
Find out more about the emotional wellbeing and counseling services available to Young People in Milton Keynes. If you need help finding the right support, get in touch with us and we will be able to point you in the right direction.
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Find out more about Young People's local support groups in Milton Keynes. If you need help finding the right support, get in touch with us and we will be able to point you in the right direction.Advice and Information -
Find out more about the crisis support services available to Young People in Milton Keynes. If you need help finding the right support, get in touch with us and we will be able to point you in the right direction.Advice and Information -
This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we're looking at what young people have told us about their experiences, and where to go for support if you need help.Advice and Information -
Take a look at these five resources to help you better understand how Brexit may affect you.Advice and Information -
Following a robust competitive tender process MoreLife were selected as the new provider of weight management services in Milton Keynes.Advice and Information -
Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.Advice and Information -
End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.Advice and Information -
Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.Advice and Information -
This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we're looking at what young people have told us about their experiences, and where to go for support if you need help.Advice and Information -
Find out about the local support available for people living with Dementia, and those who care for them.Advice and Information -
Public Health have produced a Myth Busting fact sheet to help pregnant women understand the importance of the flu vaccination.Advice and Information -
Did you know that everybody in England has the right to access Primary Health Care?Advice and Information -
Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.Advice and Information -
Sexual Assault and Abuse Support Service is a woman led Charitable Incorporated Organisation serving those in Aylesbury Vale and Milton Keynes whose lives have been affected by sexual assault and abuse.