1. Helping Bromley Children Stay Out of Hospital

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    Funding to help children in Bromley stay out of hospital and get care and treatment at home, in a familiar surrounding, has been issued.

  2. How are we funded?

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  3. Patient Experience Report 2021/2022 Quarter 3

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    A patient experience report with 611 reviews collected this quarter about the health and social care services in the London Borough of Bromley, covering the period from October – December 2021. We found that 471 (77%) local residents reviewed positively with star rating 4-5, 25 (4%) neutral with star rating 3 and 115 (19%) negative with star rating 1-2.

  4. Access to Mental Health Services in Bromley

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    We carried out a research project from October 2020 - January 2021, to gain a better understanding of residents’ aged over 18 years, experiences of accessing mental health services and their views of the care and support offered when they sought help.

  5. Annual Report: 2021-2022

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    Our annual report includes how we have engaged and supported people over the year. We successfully gathered 2,442 resident's experiences of health and social care services in the Borough of Bromley and we produced 12 reports about the improvements people would like to see to health and social care services.

  6. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  7. Testicular Cancer Awareness Month 2022

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    Every April marks testicular cancer awareness month to highlight the challenges and threats that testicular cancer poses, and to celebrate progress toward prevention, diagnosis and breakthroughs in treatment.

  8. Autism Awareness Week 25-29 April

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    The schedule of events for Autism Awareness Week 25-29 April.

  9. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  10. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  11. World Asthma Day

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    Every 10 seconds, someone in the UK is at risk of dying of an #AsthmaAttack.
    You can save lives by learning these five simple steps.

  12. Share your Cancer Experience with us at Community House Bromley 3 May 2022

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    Healthwatch Bromley is running a drop-in at Community House Bromley from 2-4 pm.

  13. Vaccination clinics for 5-11 years old

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    Grab a Jab for your 5-11 year old in one of our pop-up clinics. All children over 5 and family members welcome.

  14. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

  15. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

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    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  16. What is Long Covid and what help is available?

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    Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and how to get support.

  17. South London Listens community survey – Open now

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    South London Listens has just launched its second annual survey of south Londoners’ mental health and wellbeing.

  18. Patient Experience Report 2021/2022 Quarter 4

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    A patient experience report with 602 reviews collected, covering the period from January – March 2022. We found that 410 (68%) reviews were positive with star rating 4-5, 24 (4%) neutral with star rating 3 and 168 (28%) negative with star rating 1-2.

  19. Chaplaincy and Spiritual Services Survey ( Ends 10 June)

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    Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust wants to involve patients and families in developing its Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care services. They want to know what works well and what can be improved so they can provide better care to the community.

  20. Bromley Community Equipment Survey

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    Help us improve The Community Equipment Service in Bromley

  21. Join the Forum for Ethnic Carers of People living with Mental Illness – Friday 24th June 10:30 AM

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    The online ethnic carer forum provides an opportunity for people from diverse backgrounds who care for someone with a mental illness to learn more about how mental health works with race and ethnicity.

  22. Befriending services, support and opportunities #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

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    What is befriending? And how to get support?

  23. How to access mental health support if you're lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender

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    If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

  24. Bromley Well – Long Term Conditions Service

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    Bromley Well is a service that supports people with long term conditions. Check out their summer newsletter for upcoming workshops!

  25. Improving The Patient Journey For People With Musculoskeletal Conditions (MSK)

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    Do you have lived experience of musculoskeletal conditions (MSK)?

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  26. ‘What should happen if you or someone you know experiences a fragility fracture?’- a patient and carer resource

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    The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has recently published a resource aimed at patients and carers for the Fracture Liaison Service Database (FLS-DB)

  27. Roma Community Advice and Information

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    A list of community organisations that work with Roma in London.

  28. Bromley Y – Training For Young People And Parents

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    Bromley Y is providing a wide range of free webinars for young people and parents, including topics such as: emotionally based school avoidance; managing academic stress; low mood; anxiety; and worry.

  29. The Bromley Children Project

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    The Bromley Children Project (BCP) offer a wide range of free parenting courses and seminars and support from before birth to 18 years and beyond!

  30. Mayor of London’s Cost of Living Hub

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    The Mayor of London has launched a new Cost of Living Hub for Londoners facing financial hardship. You can get advice about benefits, dealing with debt, financial management and mental health support
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  31. Volunteer Post as Healthwatch Bromley Committee Member

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    The Healthwatch Bromley (HWB) Committee is an advisory body, supporting the staff and volunteers in Your Voice in Health and Social Care (YVHSC) to deliver local Healthwatch activities in Bromley, using their professional and personal experience and local knowledge.

  32. What is Monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?

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    Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

  33. Bromley GP Primary Care is Open For You

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    The new Bromley health campaign, #YourPrimaryCare, has launched to let residents know that their GP practice is open and here for you and your family.

  34. Latest information about COVID-19 vaccination and testing services in South East London.

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    Find the latest information about COVID-19 vaccination and testing services in South East London.

  35. Your Local Pharmacist Is Your First Port Of Call With Minor Health Concerns

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    Do you have minor health concerns? Start with contacting your local pharmacist.

  36. The cost-of-living crisis: Implications for Londoners’ public mental health

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    Download the latest briefing on the cost of living crisis.

  37. The NHS Is Contacting People At The Highest Risk Of Exposure To Monkeypox To Come Forward For Vaccination.

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    Find out more about which groups are at risk, what the symptoms are and where you can find the latest info:

  38. Download Free NHS Weight Loss Plan To Help You Start Healthier Habits

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    Download free NHS Weight Loss Plan to help you start healthier habits

  39. Can you help King’s Improvement Science explore patient experiences and preferences when waiting for heart surgery at South-East London hospitals?

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    King’s Improvement Science want to know what it is like waiting for elective (non-emergency) heart surgery at Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals, Guy’s and St Thomas’s Hospital, and King’s College Hospital – and what could make the experience better.

  40. How to find your local NHS Service in South East London

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    Please see below information on how to find your local NHS Service in South East London:

  41. Patient Experience Report 2022/2023 Quarter 1

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    A patient experience report with 600 reviews collected this quarter about the health and social care services in the London Borough of Bromley, covering the period from April–June 2022. We found that 427 (71%) local residents reviewed positively with star rating 4-5, 27 (5%) neutral with star rating 3 and 146 (24%) negative with star rating 1-2.

  42. My Involvement Profile – access or support needs

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    When you’re asked about your access or support needs, do you ever feel tired and annoyed at having to repeat them, yet again?

  43. Get Help With the Cost of Living

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    If you don’t have enough to live on, you might be able to get help from the government or your local council to afford essentials like bills and food. This includes the Household Support Fund and Cost of Living Payments.

  44. Healthwatch Bromley is closed Friday 16th – Monday 19th September

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    Healthwatch Bromley is closed from Friday 16th – Monday 19th September due to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral. Please email or leave a voice message and we will get back to you on our return.

  45. Safeguarding

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    Information about safeguarding: what it is and who to contact.

  46. Domestic Violence

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    Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. Find out how to recognise the signs and where to get help.

  47. Windrush Generation and entitlement to NHS

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    “Windrush Generation” guidance for NHS staff and other providers of NHS funded secondary and community care services.