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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. -
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Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. -
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If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help. -
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With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals. -
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Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health. -
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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. -
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Download the latest briefing on the cost of living crisis. -
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Do you have minor health concerns? Start with contacting your local pharmacist. -
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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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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. -
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What is befriending? And how to get support? -
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South London Listens has just launched its second annual survey of south Londoners’ mental health and wellbeing. -
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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. -
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Our report consists of research where we aimed to obtain views and experiences of South East London residents to support local implementation of the NHS Long Term Plan. -
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We held an event to raise awareness of Self Care Week and the importance of self-care and the self-management of health conditions. The event included four separate workshops focussing on particular self care issues: diabetes, eye care, respiratory diseases and mental health. -
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Download and read the NHS easy read newsletter to understand how local services plan to work with integrated care systems (ICSs) and learn about new plans to support mental health, learning disability and autism services. -
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The purpose of this Enter & View visit was to engage with patients and staff about their experience of Green Parks House and to gather their views. This included how involved people feel in planning their care, the ward environment, relationships between staff and patients and whether people feel safe. -
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We set out to speak to gain a wider understanding and appreciation of the young people of Bromley’s attitude toward mental health and in the hope that it would raise awareness around the services that are available. A total of 350 young people aged 10-17 took part in our engagement. -
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Healthwatch Bromley and Lewisham launched a research project focusing on attitudes toward mental health and service access in the London Borough of Bromley. A total of 133 responses were accumulated. -
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Our annual report includes how we have engaged and supported people over the year. We heard from 1,883 people this year about their experiences of health and social care. We engaged with and supported approximately 2,511 people during the COVID-19 pandemic this year. We worked on and produced 11 projects and reports about the improvements people would like to see to health and social care services. -
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Join us as we along with local health experts are holding a session, ‘Keeping Well Together this Winter’ -
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Our annual report includes how we have engaged and supported people over the year. -
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Our annual report includes how we have engaged and supported people over the year. -
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Next week (Oct 12th), Healthwatch Lambeth will mark @WMHDay 2022 (Oct 10) with a Zoom session including money saving tips, mindfulness and wellbeing events in Streatham. Register below to join! -
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The National Learning Disabilities Senate have created five videos for people with learning disabilities coming out of lockdown. Please see below: -
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Young people from southeast London’s LGBT+ community have experienced an array of mental health problems resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. -
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Loneliness is an issue that has affected many people during the past 15 months. There has been a consistent level of reported loneliness in England before the pandemic and the Government’s Community Life Survey has reported that 6% of all adults aged 16+ in England feel lonely often or always. -
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Community leaders from across South London invite you to the South London Listens mental health summit on Wednesday 16 June 2021 (6-8 pm) where they will present urgent actions to tackle the looming mental health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. -
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We would like to warmly invite you and your service users to our next monthly engagement forum. -
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Domestic abuse is when you are controlled, bullied or threatened by your partner or a family member, who wants to gain control over you. -
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Browse the activities for Mental Health Awareness Week. -
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NHS South East London CCG has commissioned: -
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Healthwatch Bromley wants your opinion if you have accessed Mental Health services since April 2019, or if you are a Mental Health service provider. -
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The NHS have planned 60-minute webinars for anyone feeling anxious about coronavirus and how it is impacting you, your loved ones or your work. -
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The Cancer Information and Support Survey was a local project run by Healthwatch Bromley. The project aimed to identify and understand trends in the support needs of people, and their loved ones, living with or beyond different types of cancer. -
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Primary care is made up of the GP, practice nurse, high street pharmacist, along with other clinicians working in your GP surgery to support you when you first feel poorly or are concerned about your physical or mental health. Watch this video to get information on how services are working and the best way to get the care you need. -
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We are supporting @HealthwatchE’s campaign calling on new mums and birthing parents to share their experience of mental health support. Please help us spread the word and share our survey with your audiences. -
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Have you accessed Oxleas services within the last 5 years? If yes, the Involvement Register could be for you. Find out more, email: oxl-tr.involved@nhs.net -
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You are invited to a meeting on 21 December, 12.30pm-1.30pm. Plans for the new centre will be shared and questions answered from local stakeholders and residents. -
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Healthwatch Bromley’s offices are closed from 5pm on Friday 16th December. We reopen at 9am on Tuesday 3rd January.
Healthwatch Bromley is independent and acts as a patient champion in health and social care services. Advice and Information can be found on our website. -
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Find your nearest Warm Centre in Bromley Borough
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Take part in Children’s Mental Health Week. Help make a difference to the lives of children and young people across the UK. -
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The BSCP has now published its Annual Report covering 2021-22.
This detailed report covers partnership activity to safeguard children and young people in Bromley and to promote their welfare, and the impact that activity had.
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Healthwatch England new data shows a worrying increase in the number of people avoiding vital care. -
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A patient experience report with 645 reviews collected this quarter about the health and social care services in the London Borough of Bromley, covering the period from October- December. -
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Fancy a chat? @NHSVolunteerResponders are here to offer you or someone you know a friendly phone call and a listening ear through their newly launched Check In and Chat service.
Whether it’s just a one-off conversation, or regular chats, you can use this service by calling 0808 196 3646. -
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 is an event hosted by the Mental Health Foundation. The official theme for this year is anxiety. -
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During the Junior Doctors’ Strike, hospitals across south east London are likely to be much busier than usual.
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A patient experience report with 642 reviews collected this quarter about the health and social care services in the London Borough of Bromley, covering the period from January - March 2023.